The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
