Larian Studios Announce a Latest Divinity, Calling it Their Largest RPG to Date
The speculation surrounding The Game Awards was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely building a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
