Larian Studios, following the phenomenal success of Baldur's Gate 3, has officially shifted its development focus to a new, unannounced project. While limited post-launch support for BG3 continues, including the upcoming Patch 8 with new features, the studio's primary efforts are now dedicated to its next endeavor.
Before the 2023 release of Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios had already established itself as a CRPG powerhouse with the Divinity: Original Sin series. This impressive track record secured them the Baldur's Gate license, a significant undertaking following BioWare's legacy. Baldur's Gate 3's overwhelming success, garnering numerous Game of the Year awards and attracting a broad audience, has significantly elevated Larian's profile and generated considerable anticipation for their next game.
In a statement to VideoGamer, Larian confirmed its complete focus on the new title, announcing a temporary media blackout to maintain creative momentum. While Patch 8 will introduce additional features to Baldur's Gate 3, major development on the game appears concluded.
The nature of Larian's next project remains largely undisclosed. While the studio opened a new facility in mid-2024 to support two ambitious RPGs, the current status of this plan is unclear. Speculation ranges from a Divinity: Original Sin 3 to an entirely new IP, leveraging the experience gained from Baldur's Gate 3. Details are expected to remain scarce for the foreseeable future.
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, setting a high bar given Baldur's Gate 3's achievement. Encouragingly, several voice actors from Baldur's Gate 3 have expressed interest in reprising their roles in future installments, regardless of the development studio.
