The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle 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 of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
