The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, 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 kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for another adventure in this legendary franchise.
