The buzz around The Game Awards was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team could be designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
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 of all time. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
