Larian Studios Reveal a New Divinity, Labeling it Their Largest RPG Ever

The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.

Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.

Moving Beyond Original Sin

Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.

Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.

The Legacy of Divinity

The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

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

In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible with a specific type of character with a personal story.

The series is also notoriously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, frequently in lateral fashion.

• You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
• Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.

More to Come

It is this design philosophy that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.