Larian Shifts Focus to Next Game with Media Freeze for BG3

Larian Studios, the creators of the wildly successful Baldur's Gate 3, have announced a media blackout as they shift their focus entirely to their next project. While Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 is slated for release later this year, Larian's full attention is now dedicated to this unannounced title.

Swen Vincke, Larian's head, recently tweeted about the studio's journey with Baldur's Gate 3, hinting at future endeavors. A subsequent statement to VideoGamer confirmed the studio's commitment to its new game and the implementation of a media blackout.

Details about Larian's next game remain scarce. It's confirmed that it won't be a Baldur's Gate sequel or another D&D-based title. Instead, it's an entirely original creation, a decision made after internal discussions revealed a lack of enthusiasm for a Baldur's Gate follow-up.

Previous statements from Vincke offer only vague clues. In November 2023, he hinted that the new game would be groundbreaking. Earlier, in July 2023, he mentioned the possibility of a new Divinity: Original Sin game, but emphasized that it wouldn't be the immediate next project. He stressed the need for creative rejuvenation after the intensive development of Baldur's Gate 3.

The nature of Larian's next venture remains a mystery. Given their established expertise in fantasy RPGs, a shift to science fiction, a modern setting, or even a different genre altogether is entirely plausible. However, it's likely to be some time—potentially years—before any concrete information is revealed.