The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in diverse methods, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
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 ever made. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
