The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
