The buzz around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
