The buzz surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities 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 unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
