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 initiated a media blackout, indicating a period of silence regarding future developments.
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 their next endeavor. Vincke's tweet expressed nostalgia for the journey with Baldur's Gate 3, but emphasized that the studio's narrative is far from over.
The upcoming game will not be a Baldur's Gate sequel nor any other D&D-related title. Instead, Larian is developing an entirely original IP, a decision made after internal discussions revealed a lack of enthusiasm for a direct Baldur's Gate follow-up.
Previous statements from Vincke offer limited clues. In November 2023, he hinted at the next project's ambition, suggesting it would push creative boundaries. In July 2023, he mentioned the possibility of a future Divinity: Original Sin sequel, but stressed that it wouldn't be the immediate priority.
Speculation abounds regarding the nature of Larian's next game. Given their history with fantasy RPGs, a shift to science fiction, a modern setting, or even a different genre entirely remains a possibility. However, it's likely to be some time—potentially years—before any concrete details are revealed.
