Larian Studios, following the phenomenal success of Baldur's Gate 3, has officially shifted its development focus to a new, unannounced project. While limited support for BG3 will continue, including the upcoming Patch 8 with added 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 mantle previously held by BioWare. Baldur's Gate 3's overwhelming success, garnering numerous Game of the Year awards and attracting a wider audience to the CRPG genre, has significantly elevated Larian's profile and generated considerable anticipation for their next game.
In a statement to VideoGamer, Larian confirmed their complete dedication to their next title, announcing a temporary media silence to maintain focus. While Patch 8 for Baldur's Gate 3 is forthcoming, further significant support for the game appears unlikely.
The Nature of Larian's Next Project Remains Unclear
Details surrounding Larian's post-Baldur's Gate 3 project remain scarce. Although Larian opened a new studio in mid-2024 to support the development of two ambitious RPGs, the current status of this plan is unclear. Speculation among gamers ranges from a Divinity: Original Sin 3 to an entirely new IP, leveraging the lessons learned from Baldur's Gate 3's development. Concrete information is expected to be limited for the foreseeable future.
The future of the Baldur's Gate franchise is also uncertain. With Larian's departure, Wizards of the Coast faces the challenge of finding a suitable successor, a task made more demanding by the exceptionally high standards set by Baldur's Gate 3. However, the possibility of familiar faces returning in future installments remains, as several actors from Baldur's Gate 3 have expressed interest in reprising their roles, regardless of the development studio.
