The speculation surrounding the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
