The speculation around The Game Awards has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for 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.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team might be crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
