The buzz surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
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 venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
