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So, Baldur’s Gate 3, huh? It’s been a ride, hasn’t it? Patch 8 came along, and boom, we’re closing a chapter. And what a chapter. Larian Studios really nailed it, but they’re stepping back now. Feels like a party where the host just left but you still want to hang around because the vibes are that good. Basically, everyone’s wondering, “What’s next?” Maybe Baldur’s Gate 4? Who knows.
Watching Larian walk away feels weird, though, you know? But it’s opened the floor for other studios to jump in. Whoever takes the reins will have to juggle a ton of expectations. Can they deliver a killer plot, mechanics, and characters? Let’s hope so. But they shouldn’t stray too far—sometimes you gotta look back to move forward. Or something like that.
BG3 wasn’t just about hacking and slashing or casting spells. Nah, it was deeper. The companions? They were the real MVPs. They weren’t just NPCs spouting off one-liners. They had stories, growth, and quirks that made players care. Like, really care. The kind of loyalty that makes you feel like you’ve just lost a buddy when you finish the game. So, maybe in BG4, they’ll pop back in, even if it’s just a whisper in a tavern or whatever. That’d be something.
Now, actors. Those guys really brought the BG3 characters to life, didn’t they? I mean, at awards shows, they were all like “Hey, I’d totally be down for more BG adventures!” if ya know what I mean. If those actors are on board, it just makes sense to bring back familiar faces. Why reinvent the wheel if the old one spins just fine?
Larian did magic with storytelling—pulling players in emotionally. Remember the way they brought back old characters like Minsc and Jaheira in BG3? That was some genius move. Whoever gets the nod for BG4 should take a page from Larian’s book. Like, keep that heart and soul alive, even as new faces pop on the scene.
And honestly, BG3 fans aren’t ready for a goodbye. They’ve sunk countless hours into this world—invested in knowing what happens next. Even if it’s just a cameo by an old favorite in BG4, it’d hit home in the best way. It’s about connecting what was with what’s to come. You get me?
In the end, the future of Baldur’s Gate feels thrilling and maybe a tad intimidating. But hey, that’s the kind of unpredictability that good stories are born from. Here’s hoping BG4 continues the adventure, with all its twists and turns. Here’s to not knowing but hoping for something epic. Cheers!
