The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
