The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team might be designing a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, 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 sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, often 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.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
