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gaming1 year ago

Hasbro in Talks for Baldur's Gate 3 Sequel Amid Larian's Departure

Hasbro is considering the next Baldur’s Gate title without Larian Studios, following the latter's announcement of moving on from the critically acclaimed Baldur’s Gate 3. Hasbro's Eugene Evans revealed that multiple teams have expressed interest in developing future titles in the series, indicating the company's awareness of the success of Baldur’s Gate 3 and its eagerness to recapture that success more quickly. The next Baldur’s Gate is expected to be a tall order for any studio, and while the series has proven to be a mainstream hit, it remains to be seen what approach Hasbro will take in developing a proper follow-up to the expansive RPG.

gaming1 year ago

"Hasbro in Talks for Next Baldur's Gate Game After Larian's Departure"

Hasbro is seeking a new partner for the next Baldur’s Gate game, expressing a desire to avoid another lengthy gap between installments. Larian Studios, the developer of Baldur’s Gate 3, has announced they will not be involved in any future Baldur’s Gate projects. Despite this, actors from Baldur’s Gate 3 have expressed interest in reprising their roles for a potential sequel. The future of the franchise remains uncertain, but it seems likely that a new game will eventually materialize.

gaming1 year ago

"Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast in Talks for Next Baldur's Gate Sequel"

Wizards of the Coast, owner of Dungeons and Dragons, is actively discussing the future of the Baldur's Gate series with potential partners following the success of Baldur's Gate 3. While Larian Studios has confirmed they won't be making Baldur's Gate 4, Wizards of the Coast is determined to continue the series and is seeking the right partner and approach for the next installment. The company is also considering the possibility of bringing back beloved characters from Baldur's Gate 3, which has become part of D&D canon. Meanwhile, Larian Studios is moving on to develop a new and ambitious project.

gaming1 year ago

Larian CEO Addresses Baldur's Gate 3 Development and Future RPG Plans

Larian Studios CEO Swen Vinke denies that the decision to move on from the Baldur’s Gate series was due to any conflict with Wizards of the Coast, stating that the company simply wants to explore new creative directions. Despite the success of Baldur’s Gate 3, Larian has no plans for DLC, expansions, or a sequel, and instead aims to focus on new projects outside of the Dungeons & Dragons universe.

gaming1 year ago

Larian's Decision to Move Away from Baldur's Gate 4 and Focus on a New RPG "Dwarfs" Previous Endeavors

Larian Studios confirms it won't be making Baldur's Gate 4, prompting Hasbro to praise the studio as an "incredible partner" without revealing the future of the franchise. Despite Larian's departure, work on Baldur's Gate 3 continues, with additional content in the pipeline. Meanwhile, Wizards of the Coast has canceled multiple Dungeons & Dragons games in development and revealed plans for the franchise's 50th anniversary.

gaming1 year ago

Larian Studios Shifts Focus Away from Baldur's Gate and D&D, Teases New RPG Venture

Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke announced at GDC that the company is finished with Dungeons and Dragons-related projects, including Baldur's Gate, and is moving on to something new. Vincke emphasized that Larian is focused on creating new, ambitious projects rather than expansions or DLCs. While the Baldur's Gate saga may continue through other developers, Larian is ready to explore new opportunities beyond D&D.

gaming2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 4: FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.2, Romance Bugs, and More"

Baldur's Gate 2 has been updated with FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 2.2 support through Patch 4, offering improved visuals for gamers, including those with low-budget systems or handheld devices. While the game previously featured DLSS2 support limited to NVIDIA RTX graphics cards, the addition of FSR 2.2 provides a significant improvement over the previous FSR 1.0 spatial upscaling technology. However, there is no information yet on upcoming support for DLSS3 or FSR3, which may require more advanced hardware architecture.

gaming2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate Writer Critiques RPG Casts, BioWare Responds with Anthem and James Ohlen's Balancing Act"

James Ohlen, former BioWare developer, revealed that Final Fantasy 7 influenced the development of Baldur's Gate 2, stating that the characters in Final Fantasy 7 made Baldur's Gate's cast look like "cardboard cutouts." Ohlen also admitted to borrowing elements from other games, such as the twist in Knights of the Old Republic being inspired by The Empire Strikes Back. Despite his extensive experience, Ohlen does not foresee returning for a Knights of the Old Republic 3.

gaming2 years ago

"James Ohlen's Efforts to Restore Balance in Anthem: The Antithesis of BioWare's Game"

James Ohlen, the influential design director at BioWare, discusses his love for storytelling in games and the challenges he faced in advocating for it within the industry. He reflects on the origins of iconic characters in Baldur's Gate and the impact of games like Final Fantasy VII on BioWare's approach to character development. Ohlen also shares his thoughts on the direction of BioWare's recent games, including Anthem, and his decision to leave the company and start his own studio, Archetype Entertainment, where he can create the kind of games he wants without interference.

gaming2 years ago

"Xbox Game Pass Welcomes Iconic RPGs That Will Change the Gaming Landscape"

Two of the greatest RPGs ever made, Baldur's Gate and Baldur's Gate II, are rumored to be added to Xbox Game Pass, according to leaked images shared by Twitter user IdleSloth84. While the news hasn't been officially confirmed by Xbox or Microsoft, it would make sense considering their push for more games on Xbox Game Pass. This addition would keep fans occupied until the highly anticipated release of Baldur's Gate III on Xbox, which is yet to have a confirmed release date.