The anticipation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
