The speculation about the recent awards show was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction implies that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
