The Baldur's Gate 3 Creators Announce a New Divinity, Declaring it Their Most Ambitious RPG Yet
The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its venerated 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 building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
