The buzz surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team is likely designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
