The buzz around The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
