Larian Studios, following the phenomenal success of Baldur's Gate 3, is now fully dedicated to its next project. While limited support continues for BG3, including the upcoming Patch 8 with new features, the studio's primary focus has shifted.
Before the 2023 release of Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios had already established itself as a CRPG leader with the Divinity: Original Sin series. This success paved the way for them to take on the prestigious Baldur's Gate franchise, exceeding expectations with a game that garnered numerous Game of the Year awards and attracted a wider audience to the CRPG genre. This achievement has significantly elevated Larian's profile, generating considerable anticipation for their next venture.
In a statement to VideoGamer, Larian confirmed its complete focus on its upcoming title, announcing a temporary media silence to maintain creative momentum. While Patch 8 will introduce some new features to Baldur's Gate 3, major development on the game is essentially concluded.
The specifics of Larian's post-Baldur's Gate 3 project remain undisclosed. Although Larian opened a new studio in mid-2024 to work on two ambitious RPGs, the current status of this initiative is unclear. Speculation ranges from a Divinity: Original Sin 3 to an entirely new IP, leveraging the lessons learned from Baldur's Gate 3's triumph.
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 made more demanding by Baldur's Gate 3's high benchmark. However, the possibility of familiar faces returning remains, as several actors have expressed interest in reprising their roles in future installments, regardless of the development studio.
