The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—elements that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
