The speculation about the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
