The anticipation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
