The anticipation around The Game Awards was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating 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 scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
