The buzz about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.