The speculation about the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
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 described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team might be building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
