The speculation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
