The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time 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 continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story 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 have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
