The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
