The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
