The buzz surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team could be building a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
