The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be building a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
