Following the triumph of Baldur’s Gate 3, the franchise rights holder faces a significant hurdle: Larian Studios has no plans to revisit the Dungeons & Dragons universe.
A recent Polygon interview with Wizards of the Coast’s John Hight offered clarity on future directions.
- Hight confirmed plans to develop deeper, more expansive RPGs akin to Baldur’s Gate 3, distinguishing them from Wizards’ current slate of announced titles.
The studio’s partnership with Giant Skull—a team led by Stig Asmussen of Star Wars Jedi and God of War fame—recently sparked speculation. As anticipated, their project will emphasize action-adventure over traditional RPG mechanics.
- Hight stressed the importance of mirroring Dungeons and Dragons‘ tabletop essence in digital adaptations, aiming to match player expectations shaped by pen-and-paper campaigns.
- He cited Giant Skull’s work on God of War 3 as evidence of their ability to weave mythological narratives effectively.
While Giant Skull’s title remains years away, Hight revealed significant progress on a single-player prototype showcasing combat and exploration systems rooted in the team’s design heritage.
No timeline exists for Wizards’ next classic PC RPG revival. In the interim, fans can look forward to Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition launching soon.