The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply 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 opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction implies that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
