Larian Studios has announced a surge in sales for both Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2 following the reveal of their upcoming game, Divinity. This much-anticipated RPG announcement, made at The Game Awards in December, has led to Baldur's Gate 3 maintaining peak player numbers on Steam above 100,000, even two-and-a-half years post-launch. Similarly, Divinity: Original Sin 2 experienced its best month since release in 2017, with many new players joining the franchise.

According to Larian's CEO, Swen Vincke, this spike in interest is due not only to returning players but also to new gamers diving into both titles. The trend signals a revival in the popularity of single-player RPGs, akin to other enduring titles like Skyrim and The Witcher 3, emphasizing the lasting appeal of Larian's storytelling and gameplay mechanics.

Why are Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2 seeing boosted sales?

The increase in sales is primarily driven by the heightened interest generated by the announcement of Divinity, which has attracted both returning and new players to Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2.

With Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2 establishing themselves as industry leaders in single-player RPGs, Larian Studios has captured the attention of gamers with engaging narratives and complex gameplay. The upcoming title, Divinity, continues to build anticipation and excitement within the gaming community. As a successor to their successful franchises, it is expected to push the boundaries of RPG storytelling and gameplay further.