Baldur's Gate 2 remake in development at Wizards of the Coast

Wizards of the Coast is reportedly developing a remake of the iconic game Baldur's Gate 2. The news comes amid reports pointing to the involvement of Kevin Martens, a former BioWare developer and co-lead designer on the original. The remake follows the massive popularity of Baldur's Gate 3, which has sold millions of copies and won multiple awards.

Kevin Martens' contribution

Kevin Martens, who previously worked on titles such as Neverwinter Nights, Mass Effect, and Diablo 3, has returned to join the team working on the remake. His experience with the original Baldur's Gate 2 has fans setting high expectations for the project. It appears to be led by Wizards of the Coast, the company behind Dungeons & Dragons, where the Baldur's Gate universe originated.

Remake of the original game

Alongside the Baldur's Gate 2 remake, there also seem to be plans for a remake of the original Baldur's Gate. While no official confirmation has been given, there are strong indications that both titles are being developed at the same time. That would make sense, since Baldur's Gate 2 directly follows the first game and introduces multiple characters and storylines that are inseparable from the original.

Gameplay and production details

There are still many questions about the gameplay style of the remakes. The original Baldur's Gate games used an isometric perspective with real-time with pause combat, while Baldur's Gate 3 is fully turn-based. It is currently unclear which approach Wizards of the Coast will take for the remakes. There has been speculation that they may use a new game engine, possibly something similar to Unreal Engine, but that has not been confirmed.

Many gamers are excited to see these classic titles brought back for a new audience, especially after the critical acclaim and strong sales of Baldur's Gate 3. The remakes are seen as a chance for both new and returning players to experience the roots of the series.

Future developments

No concrete release dates have been announced for the remakes yet. Fans are hoping that more details, such as gameplay elements and visual style, will be revealed soon. It seems likely that updates on the remakes will surface during major events such as Summer Game Fest. With the successful return of the Baldur's Gate franchise, anticipation is high for the future of this beloved RPG series.

The combination of nostalgia and modern technology in the remakes could offer both old and new generations the same epic experience that made Baldur's Gate so famous. During this period of excitement and anticipation, gamers will be watching developments closely, waiting for more news about these promising projects.