The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction hints that the team could be crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
