The debate about the vitality of big single-player games resurfaces annually, and this year, Swen Vincke, CEO of Larian Studios and mastermind behind the critically acclaimed single-player game Baldur's Gate 3, has firmly entered the conversation. In a post on X/Twitter, Vincke refuted claims that single-player games are dying, stating, "Use your imagination. They're not. They just have to be good."
Vincke's perspective is backed by a solid track record. Larian Studios has consistently delivered exceptional CRPGs, from Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Original Sin 2 to the monumental success of Baldur's Gate 3. His insights, often shared at events like The Game Awards, emphasize the importance of passion in game development, respect for both developers and players, and a deep commitment to the craft. His latest comments reaffirm this dedication to quality in single-player gaming.
The year 2025 has already witnessed the success of another major single-player title, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 from Warhorse Studios. With many months still ahead, there's ample opportunity for more single-player games to shine.
Following the success of Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios has chosen to step away from both the Baldur's Gate series and Dungeons & Dragons to focus on a new intellectual property. Meanwhile, at this year's Game Developers Conference, Dan Ayoub, SVP of digital games at Hasbro, hinted that fans might soon learn more about the future of the Baldur's Gate series.
