The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
