The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
