The buzz surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
