The buzz about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction hints that the team is likely building a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
