The anticipation around the recent awards show has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—elements that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
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 ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
