The anticipation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely 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 scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox 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, fans can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
