The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
