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The buzz surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.

Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.

A Different Direction

Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.

However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.

What Makes Divinity Special

The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—qualities that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

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

In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.

The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.

• You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
• Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.

A New Chapter Begins

It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.