The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team might be building a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive 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, players can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
