"Baldur's Gate 3 Director Condemns Publisher Greed and Layoffs"

Swen Vincke, director of Baldur's Gate 3 and founder of Larian Studios, criticized the gaming industry's state, attributing it to corporate greed and the pursuit of quarterly profits by publishers. He emphasized the need to prioritize people over greed and expressed frustration over ongoing industry-wide layoffs. Despite winning at the Game Developer's Conference, Vincke announced that Larian Studios will not be developing DLC for Baldur's Gate 3 or its sequel. The industry-wide layoffs were also criticized at the event, with developers speaking out against the impact on individuals and their families.