Boss of Baldur's Gate 3 Dev Larian Says Single-Player Games Aren't Dead: 'They Just Have to Be Good'
The debate about the demise of big single-player games rages on—a familiar refrain in the gaming world. Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke, fresh off the monumental success of Baldur's Gate 3, has offered his perspective: "Use your imagination. They're not. They just have to be good."
Vincke’s statement, shared on X/Twitter, arrives amidst the annual pronouncements of the single-player game’s supposed death. His confident rebuttal carries weight, given Larian's track record of critically acclaimed CRPGs like Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Original Sin 2, which paved the way for the Baldur's Gate 3 triumph.
Vincke, known for his insightful commentary, consistently emphasizes the importance of passion, developer respect, player appreciation, and genuine care for the game's creation. This latest statement, while not entirely unexpected, serves as a powerful reassurance.2025 has already witnessed a major single-player success with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 from Warhorse Studios. With several months remaining in the year, ample opportunity exists for other single-player titles to capture the gaming spotlight.
Larian, having concluded their work on Baldur's Gate 3 and the Dungeons & Dragons license, is now developing a new IP. Hasbro’s SVP of digital games, Dan Ayoub, hinted at potential news regarding the future of the Baldur's Gate series during this year's Game Developers Conference, offering a glimmer of hope for fans.
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