The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right 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 building a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve with a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
