The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Announce a Fresh Divinity, Labeling it Their Biggest RPG to Date
The buzz surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
