The speculation about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.