The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for 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 next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
