Divinity just stole the entire Game Awards show and it’s even bigger than Baldur’s Gate 3, here’s what Larian revealed

Divinity has officially been unveiled as Larian Studios’ biggest game ever, even surpassing the scale of Baldur’s Gate 3. The reveal happened during The Game Awards 2025 in an announcement that stole the evening’s spotlight.

Larian Returns to Its Legendary RPG Roots with Divinity

For the first time since Divine Divinity 2, Larian Studios is bringing back its original fantasy RPG series with an all-new entry. The surprise announcement came during The Game Awards 2025, unveiling Divinity as the studio’s next major project following the phenomenal success of Baldur’s Gate 3.

The reveal indicates that Larian Studios is doubling down on their specialty: massive fantasy RPGs with incredible depth. The mere fact that they’re positioning Divinity as even larger than Baldur’s Gate 3 signals an ambitious scope that could redefine the genre once again.

Mysterious Campaign Built Anticipation Before Official Reveal

The announcement wasn’t completely out of the blue. Larian Studios had orchestrated a clever marketing campaign involving a mysterious statue that appeared in the California desert. Fans and internet detectives quickly connected the cryptic teaser to the company’s trademark filings, revealing the Divinity project before the official Game Awards unveiling.

This multi-week teaser campaign culminated perfectly at The Game Awards 2025, where the studio could finally lift the veil on what they’ve been working on. The buildup created significant buzz, making Divinity one of the most anticipated announcements of the evening.

Dark Cinematic Trailer Showcases Mature Tone and Ambitious Vision

Aspect	Details
Announcement Event	The Game Awards 2025 (December 12)
Game Setting	Rivellon (Larian’s fantasy world)
Trailer Tone	Dark, gruesome, cinematic reveal
Scale Comparison	Larger than Baldur’s Gate 3
Release Window	TBA (not yet announced)

The official cinematic announcement trailer paints a dark, unsettling picture of Divinity. The footage is notably gruesome, featuring imagery that signals a mature approach to the fantasy RPG genre. This stands in sharp contrast to some of what fans experienced with Baldur’s Gate 3, suggesting Larian is willing to push boundaries with their next project.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Success Sets Stage for Divinity’s Ambitions

Baldur’s Gate 3 became a cultural phenomenon, winning countless Game of the Year awards and setting a new standard for AAA RPG production. By announcing Divinity as their “biggest game ever,” Larian Studios is committing to exceeding those heights in almost every dimension.

The success of Baldur’s Gate 3 gives Larian Studios the resources, credibility, and talent to realize an even more ambitious vision. Fans of the studio’s previous work know they deliver on scope, story depth, and player choice. Divinity promises to take everything they’ve learned and amplify it significantly.

What Changes Could This New Divinity Bring to the Franchise?

Early reports indicate that Divinity might depart from the traditional turn-based combat system that defined earlier entries in the series. Polygon noted that the new game could potentially adopt a different combat approach, though specifics remain scarce with gameplay details still under wraps.

The cinematic reveal trailer offers few concrete details about mechanics, story, or actual gameplay. Instead, it focuses on world-building and atmosphere, establishing tone rather than revealing systems. This approach suggests Larian Studios wants to surprise fans with fresh mechanics when gameplay finally surfaces.

“Divinity is Larian’s most ambitious title yet.”

— Larian Studios, Official Announcement

When Will Players Finally Get Their Hands on Divinity?

No release date or specific release window has been announced for Divinity yet. Larian Studios is at the stage of unveiling the project to the world, establishing vision and building anticipation before sharing concrete timelines.

Given the scope promised—larger than Baldur’s Gate 3—players should expect a considerable wait. Development for such an ambitious project typically takes several years of intensive work. The studio learned from Baldur’s Gate 3‘s extended development that major releases of this caliber require time to achieve excellence.

Sources

• PC Gamer – Larian’s official Divinity announcement coverage
• GameSpot – Baldur’s Gate 3 developer reveal details
• IGN – Divinity cinematic trailer and announcement