The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Announce a Fresh Divinity, Calling it Their Biggest RPG to Date
The buzz about the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can get ready for another adventure in this legendary franchise.
