The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
