The speculation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
