The buzz around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
