The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards 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 among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
