The anticipation around The Game Awards has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
