The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified 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 choice of words hints that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
