The speculation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
