The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Announce a Latest Divinity, Declaring it Their Biggest RPG Yet
The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel 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 could be crafting a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
