The speculation around The Game Awards was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team could be designing a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often 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 clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
