Summary

• Larian Studios shifts focus to developing a new title post-Baldur's Gate 3 success.
• Limited support remains for BG3 as Patch 8 introduces new features.
• Details on Larian's next project are sparse.

Larian Studios, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Baldur's Gate 3, has announced a shift in focus to work on its next major project. After wrapping up most of the post-launch support for Baldur's Gate 3, the studio is now poised to build on the success of their 2023 hit.

Before the launch of Baldur's Gate 3 in late 2023, Larian had already established itself as a powerhouse in the CRPG genre with titles like Divinity: Original Sin and its 2017 sequel. Their work on these games earned them the opportunity to take on the iconic Baldur's Gate series, previously developed by BioWare. The release of Baldur's Gate 3 not only garnered numerous Game of the Year awards but also attracted a new audience to the CRPG genre, significantly boosting Larian's reputation. This success has fans eagerly anticipating what the studio will create next.

In a statement to VideoGamer, Larian confirmed, "Swen and the team's full attention is focused on crafting their next title." The studio also plans to enter a "media blackout" to minimize distractions while they work on their new project. While Larian will continue to provide some support for Baldur's Gate 3, including the upcoming Patch 8 which will add new features, their primary focus is now on future endeavors.

Larian Now Focused on Developing Its First Post-Baldur's Gate 3 Title

Currently, there are few details about what Larian's next project will be. In mid-2024, the studio opened a new branch to work on two ambitious RPGs, though it's uncertain if they will proceed with both projects or focus on one. Speculation abounds, with some fans hoping for a Divinity: Original Sin 3, while others are eager for a completely new IP. However, details are expected to remain scarce for the foreseeable future.

As for the future of the Baldur's Gate franchise, it remains uncertain. With Larian moving on, Wizards of the Coast faces the challenge of finding a new developer capable of meeting the high standards set by Baldur's Gate 3. On a positive note, several actors from Baldur's Gate 3 have expressed interest in reprising their roles in future installments, even if Larian is not involved, suggesting that familiar faces may return.