The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
