The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
