The speculation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game 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 main series. This distinction implies that the team could be building a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also famously permissive, letting players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
