The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified 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 core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
