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Some people spend hundreds of hours in Baldur’s Gate 3 chasing hidden endings. Others dig through the code for secrets. But one dedicated fan went further than anyone — and discovered exactly how many crates, barrels, and chests exist in the game. The final number: 17,412.

Legendary game designer Tim Cain — co-creator of Fallout and The Temple of Elemental Evil (2003) — shared an archived letter he sent to Wizards of the Coast back in 2002. The document consisted of dozens of “nitpicky” D&D rules questions, which, according to Cain himself, clearly illustrate why adapting tabletop systems into video games is incredibly difficult.

Michael Douse, publishing director at Larian Studios, shared his thoughts on the new project from Elon Musk's xAI studio — the first AI-generated game from the company, set to release in 2026. Douse believes that while AI can be a useful tool, it does not solve the industry’s core problems: leadership and vision.

Discussions are still heating up online after Electronic Arts was taken private in a massive $55 billion acquisition. While major analysts have already shared their thoughts, Larian Studios head Swen Vincke also offered his take in a short post.

In this article, we have gathered 25 projects that defined the evolution of CRPGs. From pixel classics to modern masterpieces reimagining the genre. Many of them may be graphically outdated, but their narrative magic still captivates. If you’re a fan of the genre but missed out on a huge swath of CRPGs, now is the time to catch up and play the “golden collection” of universally recognized masterpieces of the gaming industry.

In Baldur’s Gate 3, there’s a cheeky cantrip called Vicious Mockery that deals psychic damage by… hurling insults. Developers came up with around 100 different lines the protagonist can use to roast their enemies. Yesterday, Larian Studios held a livestream where they shed light on how those taunts were written.

Wizards of the Coast, the company that owns the Dungeons & Dragons IP, has confirmed plans to release Baldur’s Gate 4. The news came from company president John Hight in a recent interview.

Mafia: The Old Country has found itself at the center of an oddly specific debate. A user on X pointed out that the game doesn’t allow players to swim — and the post unexpectedly racked up 17 million views.

Baldur’s Gate 3 just celebrated its second anniversary, and to mark the occasion, Larian Studios head Swen Vincke shared a few thoughts — including a brief tease about the team’s next big project. And from the sound of it, fans are in for another epic ride.

Content creator eli_handle_b․wav has released a new crossover video that blends the world of the comedy The Hangover with the fantasy RPG Baldur’s Gate 3. This time, Phil, Stu, and Alan went a little too hard on the drinks — and instead of waking up in a five-star Vegas suite, they find themselves in the magical realm of Faerûn.

Baldur's Gate 3 went through major cuts during development, but not all lost content is gone forever. Modder HyperspaceTowel has brought back a deleted scene involving fan-favorite vampire Astarion, in which he dreams about his former master, Cazador.

It turns out Baldur’s Gate 3’s release date may have been accidentally revealed way back in 2020 — hidden in plain sight. Michael Douse, publishing director at Larian Studios, recently shared a story about how he once scribbled the launch date on a bottle of whiskey during a night out at a bar.

Karlach the tiefling has become a fan-favorite companion in Baldur's Gate 3, widely praised for her upbeat attitude and zest for life. But according to her voice actress, Samantha Béart, players may be misreading her entirely.

Digital artist BLU1304 has published another hyper-realistic model inspired by Baldur's Gate 3. After Astarion, images of Shadowheart have appeared in her profile.

Recently, Larian Studios changed the tag on its official social media account, which led some fans to believe a new installment in the Divinity series was in the works. The studio, however, was quick to shut down rumors of a possible announcement.

Recently, the developers behind Baldur's Gate 3 revealed that they’re working on two ambitious new projects. A recent social media update from Larian Studios may have subtly hinted at a return to one of their own beloved franchises. Update: The head of the studio's publishing house reported that hopes for a quick announcement were premature.

Wizards of the Coast has released a new line of Baldur’s Gate 3 miniatures — and early buyers aren’t impressed. Fans are criticizing the sloppy paint jobs, saying the characters look more like zombies than heroes.

Larian Studios has shared a few updates about its plans following the success of Baldur's Gate 3. In a recent interview, studio head Swen Vincke revealed that the company is currently working on two ambitious new projects. While details remain under wraps, development is already in full swing. Vincke emphasized that both games are highly complex and require significant effort, as Larian is known for its deep player interaction and the multitude of choices available in its games.

In a recent interview with GameSpot, Larian Studios CEO and Baldur's Gate 3 creative director Swen Vincke explained why his team decided against making DLC ​​for the game. The turn-based RPG recently received a huge free update with new features.

As expected, the release of Baldur’s Gate 3’s final patch gave the fantasy RPG a major boost on Steam. Over the weekend, concurrent players peaked at 169,000 — the highest since February 2024, according to SteamDB.