The speculation surrounding The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
