The buzz surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series 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 another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
