The speculation about The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated 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 choice of words hints that the team could be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
