The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team could be building a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
