The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
