Larian Studios Reveal a New Divinity, Declaring it Their Largest RPG Ever
The anticipation about The Game Awards has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh 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 opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, often in unexpected 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 clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
