The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian 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 phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
