The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—traits that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
