The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
