The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
