The anticipation about The Game Awards was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
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, players can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
