The buzz around The Game Awards has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
