Baldur's Gate 3's Focus Shifts to Next Game

Larian Studios, the creators of the critically acclaimed Baldur's Gate 3, have announced a complete shift in focus to their next, unannounced project. The studio has implemented a media blackout, indicating a significant period of silence regarding their future endeavors.

While Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 is slated for release later this year, Larian's CEO, Swen Vincke, confirmed via Twitter and a subsequent statement to VideoGamer that the team's full attention is dedicated to this new title. Vincke expressed his gratitude for the success of Baldur's Gate 3 but emphasized the studio's commitment to its next undertaking.

This new game will not be a Baldur's Gate sequel, nor will it be another Dungeons & Dragons-based title. Instead, it represents a completely original concept, a departure Larian chose after internal discussions failed to generate sufficient enthusiasm for a Baldur's Gate continuation.

Previous statements from Vincke offer only vague hints about the nature of the project. He has alluded to its boundary-pushing ambition and expressed significant excitement about its potential. While a Divinity: Original Sin sequel has been acknowledged as a possibility, it's not currently the studio's immediate priority. Vincke previously suggested that a break will be necessary after the intense development of Baldur's Gate 3.

The lack of concrete information leaves ample room for speculation. Given Larian's established expertise in fantasy RPGs, a shift to science fiction, a contemporary setting, or even a different genre entirely remains a distinct possibility. However, it's highly likely that significant time—potentially years—will pass before any further details are revealed.