The buzz about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
