The speculation about The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
