The speculation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
