The buzz surrounding The Game Awards was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team might be crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, 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 bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare 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.
