The buzz around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
