The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic 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 debuted with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
