The speculation surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than 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 widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
