The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded 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 allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
