The speculation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities you can achieve with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
