The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
