The anticipation around the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved 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 phrasing implies that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy 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 get ready for another adventure in this legendary franchise.
