The anticipation about The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip 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, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
