The speculation around the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
