The speculation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, 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 kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected 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.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
