The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
