The speculation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
