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The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.

Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.

Moving Beyond Original Sin

For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.

However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.

A Pillar of Modern RPGs

The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.

Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.

The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in surprising fashion.

• You might progress the story because you recalled something a non-human character said.
• Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a inventive way.

The Journey Continues

It is precisely these elements that allow people to label 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 legendary franchise.