The speculation about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team is likely designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later were perfected 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.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
