Larian Studios, following the phenomenal success of Baldur's Gate 3, is now fully dedicated to its next project. While limited post-launch support continues for BG3, including the upcoming Patch 8 with new features, the studio's primary focus has shifted.

Before BG3's late 2023 release, Larian established itself as a CRPG leader with the Divinity: Original Sin series. This success paved the way for the Baldur's Gate 3 license, and the game's subsequent triumph—garnering numerous Game of the Year awards—has significantly boosted Larian's reputation and generated considerable anticipation for their future endeavors.

In a statement, Larian confirmed their complete focus on the new title, implementing a temporary media blackout to maintain creative momentum. While Patch 8 will introduce additional features to BG3, further major support is unlikely.

Details surrounding Larian's next game remain scarce. Although a new studio was opened in mid-2024 to support two ambitious RPG projects, the current status of this plan is unclear. Speculation ranges from a Divinity: Original Sin 3 to an entirely new IP, leveraging the experience gained from Baldur's Gate 3.

The future of the Baldur's Gate franchise is equally uncertain. Wizards of the Coast faces the challenge of finding a new developer to meet the high standards set by Larian's work. However, the possibility of familiar faces returning remains, as several BG3 actors have expressed interest in reprising their roles in future installments.