The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time 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 evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
