The speculation around The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
