Hasbro SVP Teases Quick Updates on Baldur's Gate Future

As we continue to explore the rich world of Baldur's Gate 3, now over a year and a half since its release, fans are still deeply engaged, often embarking on their second, third, or even tenth playthrough. However, with developer Larian Studios stepping away from the franchise, the future of Baldur's Gate lies in the hands of Hasbro. Fortunately, it seems that we won't have to wait long to learn about the next steps for this beloved series.

During a conversation with IGN at the Game Developers Conference, Dan Ayoub, SVP of digital games at Hasbro, revealed that there is significant interest in Baldur's Gate from various quarters. "We're kind of working out our plans for the future and what we're going to be doing with that," Ayoub explained. "And actually, in pretty short order, we're going to have some stuff to talk about around that."

While Ayoub remained tight-lipped about the specifics—whether it might be a full-fledged new installment like Baldur's Gate 4 or something more akin to the franchise's previous crossover with Magic: The Gathering—he did express a clear desire for a Baldur's Gate 4. "It's somewhat of an unenviable position," he admitted, emphasizing that Hasbro is not rushing into any decisions. "We're going to take a very measured approach... We've got a lot of plans, a lot of different ways to go about it."

The pressure to follow up on the success of Baldur's Gate 3 is palpable, Ayoub noted, and it even influences other Dungeons & Dragons projects under Hasbro's umbrella. "I'm never one to shy down from a challenge," he said. "And I think anything that forces us to raise our creative bar, and developers love to have a high bar to go after." This drive to elevate standards is pushing Hasbro's teams to innovate and think bigger.

Ayoub's comments were part of a broader discussion that also touched on Magic: The Gathering, Hasbro's collaboration with Saber Interactive, and the company's overall gaming strategy. Look out for our comprehensive interview with him next week for more insights into these topics.

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