The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team might be building a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected 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.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
