The buzz around The Game Awards was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
