The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
