Larian Studios Reveal a Fresh Divinity, Calling it Their Biggest RPG to Date
The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back 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 wonderfully permissive, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
