The anticipation about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle 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.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
