Larian Studios Unveil a New Divinity, Calling it Their Biggest RPG Yet
The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
