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A Larian Studios writer expressed regret that Wyll, a character in Baldur's Gate 3, received less content and a less fulfilling arc compared to other companions due to development challenges, illness, and timing issues, though some minor updates were made post-launch.
Larian Studios plans to slow down the romantic and sexual interactions between companions in future Baldur’s Gate 3 updates and future games, focusing instead on deeper relationships and more natural relationship development, addressing previous criticisms of the game's quick-to-commit romantic confessions.
Larian Studios' CEO Swen Vincke explains that the studio is returning to the Divinity series because they weren't excited about working on the Dungeons & Dragons-based Baldur's Gate 3, despite its success, and are now focusing on a new, turn-based Divinity game that has reinvigorated their passion for game development.
Larian Studios, renowned for Baldur's Gate 3, promises that their upcoming game 'Divinity' will reach a new level of excellence, building on their success and popularity in the role-playing game genre.
Larian Studios celebrates the 2nd anniversary of Baldur's Gate 3 by sharing rare player choices and stats, revealing insights into gameplay trends, popular companions, and modding activity, while teasing future projects and updates.
Larian Studios is moving forward with its next major RPG project, set for release in 2028, which has the development team excited despite still supporting Baldur's Gate 3. CEO Swen Vincke expressed enthusiasm for the new project while acknowledging the challenge of maintaining updates for BG3, which recently received a nomination for Best Community Support. The studio is not working on a BG3 expansion or sequel, hinting at a possible return to the Divinity series or a new IP. Meanwhile, BG3 continues to receive updates, including new endings and mod support.
Wizards of the Coast, the IP-holder of Baldur's Gate, is actively seeking new developers for the next game in the franchise after Larian Studios' departure. RPG studios are showing interest, and the company is taking its time to find the right partner and approach for the future of Baldur's Gate.
Baldur’s Gate 3 players are praising the latest Patch 6 update for introducing a small but significant UI fix that provides a noticeable warning for spells that break concentration, addressing a long-standing issue of accidentally breaking concentration while casting spells. Fans have expressed gratitude to Larian Studios for this "lifesaving" change, which has greatly improved their playthrough experiences.
In Baldur’s Gate 3, players can find the Secret Stool Leg Weapon, Club of Hill Giant Strength, by traveling to the Underdark during Act 1 and reaching the Arcane Tower as part of the "Help Omeluum investigate the parasite" quest. By interacting with a stool bench on the top floor and breaking it, players can obtain the weapon, which causes 6-9 Bludgeoning damage and raises the strength of the character who equips it to 19. This well-hidden Easter egg is a reference to the Gloves of Hill Giant Strength from Dungeons and Dragons lore.
Larian Studios, the developer of Baldur's Gate 3, added a special NPC named Golbraith Stredivas to honor a player's father who is living with Alzheimer's. The tribute was a response to a heartfelt message from the player, Solfalia, who shared the significance of playing the game with their father. The NPC, resembling Solfalia's father, includes detailed dialogue and a secret cellar, reflecting his character as a mindflayer hunter. This touching addition has brought joy to both Solfalia and their father, showcasing the compassionate bond between game developers and their community.
Larian Studios is collaborating with Microsoft to address issues with Xbox account bans that occur when players upload Baldur's Gate 3 footage containing nudity. The problem came to light after a Reddit user was banned for a year for sharing such content, although the ban was later successfully appealed. Larian is aware of the situation and is discussing a resolution with Microsoft, while also providing a temporary fix for separate game save issues on Xbox. Despite these problems, Baldur's Gate 3 continues to be well-received.
Larian Studios included a touching tribute to a fan's father, who has Alzheimer's, in their game Baldur's Gate 3. The fan, known as Solfalia, had shared their story on the Larian forums, expressing gratitude for the game's early access which allowed them to share one last adventure with their father. In response, the team added an NPC named Golbraith, inspired by Solfalia's father, complete with his own cellar and personalized details. The tribute brought joy to the father, who is now in a care home, and continues to be a fond topic during their weekly chats.
Players of Baldur's Gate 3 have discovered a bug that allows for infinite spell slots, a significant advantage given the game's limited spell slot mechanic. The exploit involves the Freecast ability, an Elite Illithid Power, which can be refreshed by either entering and exiting the radius of the Idol of Sylvanus or by equipping an item. While useful, especially in Honor Mode, there's a high likelihood that Larian Studios will patch this exploit in a future update.
Larian Studios incorporated a heartfelt tribute into their RPG Baldur's Gate 3, honoring a player's father who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The player, Solfalia, shared how the game allowed for one last adventure with his father, and Larian responded by creating an in-game character, Golbraith Stredivas, modeled after his father. This character, a retired mind flayer hunter, is found in Golbraith's Cellar within the game, complete with touching dialogue and a backstory that resonated deeply with Solfalia and his father. The tribute serves as a beautiful gesture amidst the father's battle with the disease, and it highlights the compassionate community engagement by Larian Studios.
Larian Studios is in talks with Microsoft after an Xbox player was banned for uploading explicit Baldur's Gate 3 content. The ban has since been lifted, and players are advised to disable automatic uploads or mature content to avoid similar issues. Additionally, Larian is addressing a separate issue with Xbox save data loss in Baldur's Gate 3, providing a temporary workaround for players to safeguard their progress.