The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team could be designing a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
