The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction implies that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
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.
