The anticipation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction implies that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, letting players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
