Baldur's Gate 3 creator, Larian Studios, has set its sights on crafting two fresh gaming experiences. This revelation surfaced in a recent community update where Larian reflected on its latest triumph and hinted at what lies ahead for the studio.
The latest RPG venture from the studio swiftly ascended to remarkable success, surpassing expectations with critical acclaim and unprecedented sales figures. Baldur's Gate 3 etched its name in history by clinching all five major game-of-the-year awards, a feat achieved for the first time in mid-April.
Peek into Larian's New Original IP-Based Games
In a recent update on Steam, Larian expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support and recognition received for their RPG marvel. Alongside a sneak peek of the next Baldur's Gate 3 update, the post unveiled plans for the future. Larian disclosed that they are actively engaged in developing not one but two unique projects, both centered around original IPs. A representative articulated, 'After an extensive journey in the Forgotten Realms, we are venturing into creating our own IPs.' While both projects are in their nascent stages, Larian assures fans of forthcoming details as progress unfolds.
Potential Genre of Larian's Upcoming Titles
Given Larian's gaming portfolio, speculation suggests that both upcoming endeavors could lean towards the role-playing genre. With Divinity: Dragon Commander being their last non-RPG release in 2013, the studio has predominantly focused on RPGs, barring educational titles since 2011.
The studio's stance on simultaneous development of the two games remains ambiguous. CEO Swen Vincke's inclination towards a more compact gaming experience post-Baldur's Gate 3 hints at a plausible scenario. Larian's substantial workforce of around 470 employees could facilitate the parallel creation of two AA titles.
The prospect of Larian revisiting Kickstarter, a platform that aided in funding their mid-budget projects like Divinity: Original Sin and its sequel, looms. However, any crowdfunding endeavors are likely to serve as promotional endeavors, given the studio's current financial stability. Larian reiterated in a recent update that there are no plans for a sequel or paid post-launch content for Baldur's Gate 3. The game's triumph reignited the franchise after two decades of dormancy, with Hasbro confirming Baldur's Gate 4 in the pipeline, albeit without Larian's direct involvement.