The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction hints that the team might be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
