The speculation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
