The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team could be designing a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
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, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
