The speculation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
