The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
