The speculation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
