The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
