The speculation around the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction hints that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.