The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time 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 next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
