The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
