The buzz around The Game Awards was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
