The speculation about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
