The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be designing a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
