The anticipation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it sparked 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 found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
