Larian's CEO: Single-Player Games Thrive If They're Good

The debate about the vitality of big single-player games has resurfaced, and this time, Swen Vincke, CEO of Larian Studios and the mastermind behind the critically acclaimed single-player game Baldur's Gate 3, has offered his perspective. In a recent post on X/Twitter, Vincke addressed the annual speculation that single-player games are "dead," stating emphatically, "Use your imagination. They're not. They just have to be good."

Vincke's assertion carries significant weight, given Larian Studios' track record of success with titles like Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Original Sin 2, culminating in the triumph of Baldur's Gate 3. His insights are not new to the gaming community; Vincke has consistently shared his views on the importance of passion in game development, respect for both developers and players, and a genuine love for the craft. This latest comment aligns with his previous sentiments and serves as a strong reaffirmation of the potential for single-player games to thrive.

The year 2025 has already witnessed the success of Warhorse Studios' Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, a testament to the enduring appeal of single-player experiences. With several months still ahead, there's ample opportunity for other single-player titles to capture the gaming community's attention.

Notably, Larian Studios has decided to move on from Baldur's Gate 3 and the Dungeons & Dragons franchise to focus on creating a new intellectual property. At this year's Game Developers Conference, Dan Ayoub, SVP of digital games at Hasbro, hinted to IGN that updates on the future of the Baldur's Gate series might be forthcoming, keeping fans eagerly anticipating what lies ahead.