The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Reveal a New Divinity, Labeling it Their Biggest RPG Yet
The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
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 anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
