The buzz around the recent awards show has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. 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 evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with 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 improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
