The announcement of a new Divinity game at The Game Awards immediately thrilled fans, even though it’s still early in development and won’t be available for some time. Excitement increased further when the Larian Studios CEO claimed this new installment will surpass even the critically acclaimed Baldur’s Gate 3.
Development is going smoothly,” Howard shared with GI. “Most of the studio is now working on The Elder Scrolls VI, but we’re accustomed to having multiple projects in development at the same time. We also spend a lot of time planning things thoroughly beforehand. It’s a complex process, and while everyone would like to see it move faster, we’re focused on making sure the game is done right.
Bethesda first revealed the game with a short cinematic trailer back at E3 in 2018. Surprisingly, that was over seven years ago, and we haven’t seen or heard anything about it since.
The event is divided into two parts, starting December 22nd and lasting until the 29th. During this time, you’ll see a lot more Elder Dragon Interceptions, and you’ll be able to craft special, holiday-themed items like the Twin Wreathes and Wrapping Bow.
Let’s start with what kind of game Where Winds Meet is. It’s an action RPG set in the wuxia world, blending elements of multiplayer online games with a focus on cooperative play. The combat is challenging, similar to ‘soulslike’ games, and there’s a full story you can play on your own, as well as lots of things to do with other players. Crucially, Where Winds Meet is a free-to-play game that will be continuously updated. It does have an in-game shop where you can spend real money, and a ‘gacha’ system for earning items, but currently those items are purely cosmetic. It’s worth noting this, as the game looks like titles such as Ghost of Tsushima or Sekiro, but the gameplay is actually more akin to games like Wuthering Waves or Final Fantasy XIV.
Similar to other PlayStation 5 exclusives like the new Silent Hill 2, this game likely won’t be exclusive for long – it’s expected to be released on other consoles after about a year.
The Game Awards this week had a lot of exciting announcements and trailers, but I was especially thrilled by Phantom Blade Zero. I’ve been following S-Game’s action RPG since it was first revealed, so seeing a release date – September 9th – was definitely a standout moment.
I’ve been thinking about guilds, and while they seem great, they’re not for every player, honestly. You really need to play fairly often to chip in and help the guild out. Plus, there are different kinds – some are all about fighting, others are for just hanging out, and some focus on exploring. I’ve realized I might have joined one that doesn’t really match what I like to do, and I could be missing out on a lot of cool stuff because of it!
Sir Tobi, the studio’s communications director, responded to KDC2 not winning the Best RPG award by stating:
Fans were initially thrilled when Keigley began teasing a new game with a dramatic backdrop of mountains, hoping it was The Elder Scrolls 6. The presence of Todd Howard only fueled the anticipation. However, their excitement quickly faded as Keigley described what the game actually was.