The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
