Since its full launch in 2023, players have been all overBaldur’s Gate 3,with many swiftly completing the 100+ hour experience and eagerly awaiting what’s next. With vast amounts of potential that could be added,the game could still be a great base for future expansions. As Karlach’s story was left unfinished and Halsin’s barely told, many characters could still be deserving of having their tales expanded on in future updates.
With continued support throughout the last year,Baldur’s Gate 3has received many updatesand hot-fixes for players to keep the game running smoothly. Through small gameplay adjustments and some more substantial changes like new scenes particularly for romances, a magic mirror for character customization throughout and more, the game has continued to thrive. But there’s no doubt that after over a year since its launch,Baldur’s Gate 3would see a great continued success with future support and larger updates.
Larian Studios Confirm No Future DLC For Baldur’s Gate 3
Larian Look To Steer Away From D&D Games
While Baldur’s Gate 3 has great potential for future DLC, particularly for beloved characters like Wyll and Karlach’s stories to be further enhanced, theLarian Studios team has confirmed they have no plans for future DLC or even aBaldur’s Gate 4.
Baldur’s Gate 4 Won’t Be Larian Studios’ Next Game, But There’s A Better Option Anyway
Larian won’t be making Baldur’s Gate 4, and many wonder what their next project will be, especially since they have the perfect IP for a new game.
Making this reveal officially a panel during the 2024 Game Developers Conference, it’s clear that despite its huge success and multiple Game Of The Year awards, it’s unlikely thatBaldur’s Gate 3will ever see many large new content additions. That isn’t to say that Larian is done with the game just yet, though.
Larian Studios Launches Community-Focused YouTube Channel
Embarking on a new venture, Larian Studios recently launched its YouTube channel,Larian: Channel From Hell. As the team share with their fanbase an assortment of streams, shows, game updates, and behind the scenes content, the videos have deliverednew aspects ofBaldur’s Gate 3that have never been seen before.
Giving players further insight and involvement of the process that made their favorite gamemay not be the same as new game content, but it’s a fun and unique way to keep fans close to the inner workings ofBaldur’s Gate 3. This is also one of the places to anticipate news for any potential future progression or announcements, should something be in the works after all.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 7 Makes One Of Its Best Bosses Even Better
New Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 7 improves on of the best optional bosses in the third act of the game with extra cutscenes and new dialogue options.
Some gorgeously immersive videos titledGeneral Mocapperyhave showcased many of the game’s incredible mo-capped performances and actors, while other Ambience videos take players through the game’s soft natural sounds in specific locations. With plenty more to come,this channel feels like a defining point for the future ofBaldur’s Gate 3.Throughkeeping the game relevant with continued snippets of its creations and other stunning details,players will have a lot to enjoy of what it already has to offer,even ifBaldur’s Gate 3never sees new DLC updates.
It’s safe to say thatBaldur’s Gate 3might still have a lot more to give. Steering away from paid DLC also keeps any new changes free for all players to experience, with Larian continually proving it cares greatly for the player’s experience. While the future ofBaldur’s Gate 3is still unknown for now, it’s clear fans will at least continue to get new insight into the immense behind-the-scenes details, as well as the potential for more updates and changes to come.
