The buzz about The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
