The speculation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—traits that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
