The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
