The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
