The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team could be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
