The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
