The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Announce a Fresh Divinity, Calling it Their Biggest RPG to Date
The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team is likely building a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
