The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Reveal a New Divinity, Labeling it Their Most Ambitious RPG to Date

The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.

Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.

Not the Expected Sequel

Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.

That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.

The Legacy of Divinity

The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.

Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.

The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.

• You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
• Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.

More to Come

It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.