The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team is likely building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
