The anticipation around the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
