Larian Studios Shifts Focus to New Game, Enforces Media Blackout

Larian Studios, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Baldur's Gate 3, has announced a significant shift in focus toward their next project. The studio is now under a "media blackout" as it concentrates on developing a new game, promising to keep details under wraps for the foreseeable future.

Despite this shift, fans can look forward to Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8, expected later this year, which will further enhance the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing experience. However, Larian's full attention is now on crafting their next title, as confirmed in a statement to VideoGamer. This new game will not be a sequel to Baldur's Gate 3, nor will it be connected to the D&D universe. Instead, it represents a fresh start for the studio, following their unsuccessful attempts to generate internal enthusiasm for a Baldur's Gate follow-up.

Larian's CEO, Swen Vincke, has expressed excitement about this upcoming project, hinting at its potential to push boundaries. In a tweet reflecting on the studio's journey, Vincke emphasized that their story is far from over, signaling big things ahead for Larian. "But the story ain't over yet," he tweeted, sparking curiosity and anticipation among fans.

Got me all nostalgic - it really has been an incredible journey so far. But the story ain't over yet. Stay tuned. Going to try to skip the dark night of the soul moment though if you don't mind. https://t.co/eLSTv3CXb4

— Swen Vincke @where? (@LarAtLarian) January 10, 2025

While details on Larian's next game remain scarce, Vincke has previously mentioned the possibility of returning to the Divinity: Original Sin series in the future. However, he stressed the need for a creative break following the intense development of Baldur's Gate 3, which involved over 400 developers pouring their hearts and souls into the project.

Speculation abounds on what Larian's new game might entail. Given their history with fantasy RPGs, could they venture into new territories such as science fiction or a modern-day setting? Or perhaps explore an entirely new genre? Whatever the case, it seems fans will have to wait patiently, as it might be years before Larian unveils their next big project.