The buzz around The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
