The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
