The anticipation about the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved 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 hints that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
