The buzz about The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating 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 currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
