The anticipation around the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
