The age-old debate about the vitality of big single-player games has resurfaced, and this time, Swen Vincke, the CEO of Larian Studios behind the critically acclaimed single-player game Baldur's Gate 3, has firmly entered the fray. In a post on X/Twitter, Vincke addressed the recurring narrative that single-player games are on their way out, stating succinctly, "Use your imagination. They're not. They just have to be good."
Vincke's stance is backed by a robust track record. Larian Studios has consistently delivered exceptional content with titles like Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Original Sin 2, culminating in the success of Baldur's Gate 3. His insights, often shared at events like The Game Awards, reflect a deep passion for game development and a commitment to both developers and players.
The year 2025 has already seen significant releases in the single-player genre, with Warhorse Studios' Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 standing out as a major hit. With many months left in the year, there's ample opportunity for more single-player titles to shine.
Larian Studios has chosen to move away from Baldur's Gate 3 and the Dungeons & Dragons universe to develop a new intellectual property. Meanwhile, during the Game Developers Conference this year, Dan Ayoub, SVP of digital games at Hasbro, hinted that fans might soon get updates on the future of the Baldur's Gate series.
