The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Unveil a Fresh Divinity, Calling it Their Biggest RPG Yet
The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up 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 phrasing hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated 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 world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
