The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team might be designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, 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 only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
