The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up 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 is likely building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
