The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
