The buzz about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to 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 arguably it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, frequently 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 unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
