The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified 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 choice of words suggests that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, letting players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral 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 inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
