Larian Studios, the developer behind the critically acclaimed *Baldur’s Gate 3*, has announced a shift in focus to their next project, enforcing a "media blackout" for the foreseeable future. This move comes even as the highly anticipated Patch 8 for *Baldur’s Gate 3* is slated for release later this year.
Swen Vincke, the head of Larian, took to Twitter last week to reminisce about the studio's journey, highlighting the immense success of *Baldur’s Gate 3*. He teased that "the story ain't over yet," hinting at exciting developments on the horizon. In a statement to VideoGamer, Larian confirmed that their "full attention" is now dedicated to crafting their next title, marking a clear departure from the *Baldur’s Gate* series and the Dungeons & Dragons universe.
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 about Larian's next game remain scarce, it's clear that it won't be a sequel to *Baldur’s Gate 3* or another D&D game. Instead, Larian is eager to explore new creative territories after failing to generate internal enthusiasm for a *Baldur’s Gate* follow-up. In November 2023, Vincke hinted at the studio's next project, expressing excitement about pushing boundaries and creating something innovative.
Additionally, Vincke mentioned in a July 2023 interview with IGN that a sequel to the *Divinity: Original Sin* series is in the works, though fans should not expect it immediately. He emphasized the need for the team to take a creative break after the intense development of *Baldur’s Gate 3*, which involved 400 developers pouring their hearts and souls into the project.
With *Divinity* not being the immediate next step, speculation abounds about what Larian might be working on. Could it be a foray into science fiction, a modern-day setting, or perhaps an entirely new genre? While the possibilities are intriguing, it seems we may have to wait years before getting a glimpse of Larian's next ambitious project.
