The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
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 in history. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
