Baldur's Gate Studio's Next Chapter Revealed

Larian Studios, following the phenomenal success of Baldur's Gate 3, is now fully dedicated to its next project. While limited support for BG3 continues with the upcoming Patch 8, the studio's primary focus has shifted.

Before the 2023 release of Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios established itself as a CRPG powerhouse with the Divinity: Original Sin series. This success paved the way for their critically acclaimed Baldur's Gate 3, a game that garnered numerous Game of the Year awards and significantly broadened the CRPG audience. This achievement has heightened anticipation for Larian's future endeavors.

In a statement, Larian confirmed its complete concentration on its next game, implementing a temporary media silence to foster uninterrupted development. While Patch 8 will introduce additional features to Baldur's Gate 3, major support for the title is effectively concluded.

The nature of Larian's next project remains shrouded in mystery. Although the studio opened a new facility in mid-2024 to support the development of two ambitious RPGs, the current status of this initiative is unclear. Speculation ranges from a Divinity: Original Sin 3 to an entirely new intellectual property, leveraging the lessons learned from Baldur's Gate 3.

The future of the Baldur's Gate franchise is equally uncertain. With Larian's departure, Wizards of the Coast faces the challenge of finding a suitable successor, a task complicated by Baldur's Gate 3's high benchmark. However, the potential return of several key voice actors offers a glimmer of familiarity for future installments.