Wizards of the Coast, the publisher behind Dungeons & Dragons, has confirmed their desire for a successor to the critically acclaimed Baldur’s Gate 3. John Hight, President of Wizards, affirmed that the overwhelming success of Baldur’s Gate 3 necessitates a follow-up. However, with developer Larian Studios stepping back from the franchise, questions arise about who will take on the monumental task of producing Baldur's Gate 4. While internal teams such as Invoke and Skeleton Key have potential projects in development, it's unclear if they will be able to replicate the magic of Baldur's Gate 3. The high expectations set by the original game might prompt Wizards to seek external developers or reconfigure their upcoming titles to avoid direct comparisons.

Who will develop Baldur's Gate 4?

Currently, it remains uncertain who will create Baldur's Gate 4, as Larian Studios has confirmed they will not be involved. Wizards of the Coast is exploring internal development teams but has not made definitive announcements regarding which studio will lead the project.

Baldur's Gate 3 has been a significant success, invigorating the turn-based RPG genre. The game utilized a highly refined Divinity Engine and immersed players in a richly woven narrative filled with choices and consequences. With the high bar set by Baldur's Gate 3, any successor will face immense pressure to meet fan expectations while exploring new creative directions.