The speculation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team could be building a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
