The speculation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
