The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
