The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Unveil a Fresh Divinity, Labeling it Their Biggest RPG to Date
The buzz around The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience as opposed to 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 many say it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
