The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
