The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
