The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling 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 intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label 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 groundbreaking franchise.
