The buzz about The Game Awards was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
