The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team might be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
