The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—elements that subsequently 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 unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
