The buzz around The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
