The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
