The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
