The buzz around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
