The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team might be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, 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 pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
