The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Reveal a Fresh Divinity, Declaring it Their Biggest RPG to Date
The speculation about The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
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 known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
