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The buzz around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.

Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.

Not the Expected Sequel

Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.

Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.

What Makes Divinity Special

The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.

While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.

While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.

The series is also famously flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.

• You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
• Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.

The Journey Continues

It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.