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The buzz about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.

Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.

Not the Expected Sequel

Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.

Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.

A Pillar of Modern RPGs

The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.

In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.

The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.

• You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
• Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.

A New Chapter Begins

It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.