The buzz surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team might be designing a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
