š Share this article Larian Studios Reveal a New Divinity, Labeling it Their Largest RPG Yet The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game. Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos. Not the Expected Sequel For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development. That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, 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 crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systemsāqualities that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3. While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player. In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back 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 notoriously flexible, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion. You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said. Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way. More to Come It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.