The speculation around the recent awards show has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with 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. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
