The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
