The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Announce a Latest Divinity, Declaring it Their Biggest RPG Ever
The buzz around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified 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 next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
