Baldur’s Gate 3 has achieved significant success, winning numerous awards and selling millions of copies, a result that surprised even its developers. Lead writer Adam Smith revealed in an interview with GamePressure that while the team knew the game was good, they were unsure about the launch numbers. “I did not expect it to be anywhere near as big as it was,” Smith said.
On release day, as the numbers kept climbing on Steam, some team members stayed in the office, feeling a sense of relief as the game exceeded expectations. The early access release had provided some financial security, but concerns about finishing the RPG persisted. Director Swen Vincke admitted there were fears about running out of budget due to Larian’s attention to detail.
Despite these worries, Larian is now preparing for two new ambitious RPGs, one codenamed Excalibur. The success of Baldur’s Gate 3 ensures the studio’s stability and future prospects.
