The anticipation around The Game Awards was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
