The anticipation around The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it sparked the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
