The speculation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as 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 very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
