Larian Studios Unveil a Latest Divinity, Calling it Their Most Ambitious RPG to Date
The buzz surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.