The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence 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 traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
