The buzz surrounding the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing 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 find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
