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The buzz around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.

Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.

Not the Expected Sequel

For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.

However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.

A Pillar of Modern RPGs

The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.

In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.

The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, often in lateral fashion.

• You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
• Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.

The Journey Continues

It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.