Larian Studios Reveal a Fresh Divinity, Calling it Their Most Ambitious RPG Ever
The buzz surrounding The Game Awards was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team might be building a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever 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 of all time. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
