Baldur’s Gate 3: A Retrospective (PAX West 2024 Panel)

[@panslamjolliff5051]

i love how whenever sven moves you can hear it... *CLINK CLINK CLINK*

[@PrettyGuardian]

Like a fork in the kitchen sink

[@iveriad]

Armor ASMR

[@ВладиславБулаев-л3э]

​@@PrettyGuardianno, it's better than this

[@MrTeddy12397]

they should add clink clank noises in the game

[@PrettyGuardian]

​@@ВладиславБулаев-л3э I think his armor is awesome. I'm just playing around :)

[@christopherr.561]

Absolutely proud of and happy for the Larian team. Thank you for creating BG3 and allowing me to have the experience I hoped for.

[@John_The_Fourth]

I’m sad that Larian left DnD behind (although it was 10000% for the right reasons, Hasbro is the route of all evil for all DnD), But I’m SUPER excited to see what they have planned next.

[@christopherr.561]

@@John_The_Fourth I agree. I wish someone that cared about D&D and their players owned D&D. Whatever Larian makes I will be anxiously awaiting it.

[@DragonslayerArmour-i3w]

Won't their new game be from DND?

[@christopherr.561]

@@DragonslayerArmour-i3w no, they said they are done with D&D. I think It will probably be Divinity Original Sin 3 and another original IP.

[@MrTeddy12397]

FOR THE ABSOLUTE

[@cmdrjontomasson5510]

As a lore junky, I loved the "readables ": Doni's message in a bottle wrecked me. The notes on various underwear made me laugh. Very much appreciated.

[@alex5623]

you know its good when the only complaint about it from me was "man i wanted a quest about this you cant leave me on a lore read and no resolution and now im going to have this pit in my stomach for the rest of time" lmaoo

[@ShaneBlackheart]

I spent so long trying to figure out if I could follow through with Doni's note somehow, only to find it was just a little hidden piece of lore 💔

[@cmdrjontomasson5510]

@@alex5623 I know, right!

[@nathank2289]

I couldn't throw away anything that sounded semi important. "This ring is marked 'to my beloved x'" well crap I gota track this women down and give her this ring.

[@guyrapong]

it wrecked me again when I found out Doni dies in act 2

[@stereoflava2788]

Sven still in that armor lmao

[@UH1Phil]

Much to the chagrin of the sound guys, I bet!

[@noobito5433]

Every time I see Sven in armor, I just have the widest smile

[@janeway73]

I'm obsessed with the clanking, it's hilarious and soothing at the same time 😂

[@Mish_Age]

What man doesn't like his full set of plate armor?😄

[@LLPTV]

I think he did a presentation without it and people were disappointed so he just thought what the hell let's ride it out with these bg3 panels

[@maciejsidor5471]

I wish I could erase my memory and play Baldur's Gate 3 for the first time once again... It was a magnificent experience

[@5Demona5]

Yes please. I'd love to experience the main menu and the starting cinematic for the first time again

[@ELAWATIBTDASLIMSURNATA]

Same! It’s quit awesome ride!!😊😊😊

[@Zelothian1]

YES!

[@nixkuroi]

It's great the 12th time through as well. You just have to make different choices each time.

[@crispinbaconator]

I hope Sven never stops wearing that armor. I wish that we could stay in the hype of the game forever. I will cherish it for the rest of my life. Thank you Larian.

[@Unherist]

On one hand I agree. On the other I think it's nice (and natural, obviously) for the hype to calm down because then we can focus on other things and when Larian finally comes back with their next project our hype tank is full again and ready to be spent. 😁

[@kquixotic]

I'm very ready for the hype train to pick up speed for their next project. The BG3 wind-up time was so fun.

[@simmarin5427]

Swen said "We're game developers not managers" and it shows. With every word they say you can feel how passionate they are about their work. Must be a great atmosphere to work with those people. When I hear the CEO's of my own work company talk it always feels like they don't know what we are actually doing but Swen seems to be involved in every step of the process. I wish you all the best for your next project, Larian people, whatever it is I will be excited. Also, that shoutout to Luality was so sweet and heartwarming.

[@mbunkus]

Absolutely love the shoutout to Luality. She's been such a big part of the streaming community, she's a fantastic ambassador for the game, she's funny as heck, the queen of tactics & just amazing to watch. Happy belated birthday, so happy for you to be recognized.

[@markmatthews9102]

Totally agree!

[@Luality]

Thank you so much!! This was so unexpected, I shed some happy tears and ate lots of cake later!!

[@Sharp931]

I'm glad Halsin could show up.

[@ВладиславБулаев-л3э]

Dave Jones actually showed up on WolfHeartFPS' stream 😂 He was hilarious!

[@RobertLey60]

@@ВладиславБулаев-л3э wait he did?

[@LoveReacts]

The Luality shoutout is top tier game studio stuff. I hate how much of a sucker I am for this company

[@strider390]

Thank you Larian. ❤

[@geneticlemon]

Adam Smith, as the Writing Director, saying he skips all the dialogue to get to the combat was so validating.

[@lostsoulman]

Go Larian go! Patch 7 hype 🎉

[@kerokerbi1652]

the loud noise of Sven armor clanking cracks me up 😂

[@ArelitaM]

i was so distracted by it lmao, loved it

[@suntiger745]

Now you know why plate armor gets disadvantge on stealth checks. ;)

[@КириллМаренков-с7к]

I've just finished the game. Over 200h for the first time in tactical difficulty level. Every hour I spent - it's worth it. You created a legendary game I want to play more and more and more. I ve added the soundtrack and listened to it many and many times during the work. Guys I love you, it's the best tactical RPG ever. The funny fact, that as a divinity fan I was scared of combat system in BG3 in the beginning and even gave up after 20h. But when I returned and started to dig mechanics, oh my god, I realised everything what you did. And fell in love in this game

[@smokinjoeblues]

With BG3, I would argue that the BG Trilogy is now the greatest trilogy in video game history. Each title was critically acclaimed, commercially successful, and incredibly innovative, with each title pushing the CRPG genre forward. And with BG3, Larian now has two titles-D:OS2 and BG3-ranked among the top CRPGs of all time, cementing its legacy as a historically important developer. BG3 also highlighted how Larian and its CEO are decidedly pro-gamer, creating (and publicy advocating for) feature-complete games with no microtransactions or paid DLC, which inspired me to purchase not just BG3 but Larian's entire catalog. To say that BG3 was a major accomplishment feels like such an understatement. Congratulations to everyone at Larian for all your success!

[@focabox5594]

And they all feature co-op, which is a major part in each of these games. So, contrary to what many "gamers" say, co-op doesn't ruin the story or the game. Quite the opposite. RPG tabletop games were created around the idea of cooperation, so I think more electronic RPG games should feature co-op

[@Unherist]

I agree but I'd also add that dlcs are not inherently bad. When it aims to add something significant to a universe and if it's not one of those bs pre-planned stuff then I'm really happy to spend more money, because if feels earned.

[@smokinjoeblues]

​@@Unherist Agreed. Shadow of The Erdtree exemplifies what "good" DLC should be: it extends the universe of an already exceptional game that was free of microtransactions and paywalls. In contrast, Bethesda’s decision to charge $7 for a single Starfield mission sets a concerning precedent. Personally, I think gamers should support developers like Larian, FromSoftware, and indies who prioritize creating amazing games versus monetizing every facet of mediocre ones.

[@Unherist]

@@smokinjoeblues Yes definitely! Also some honest free to play games can go into that category imo. I used to play Warframe a lot back in the days and it was really fairly monetized, so it felt right to pay some things even when I don't needed to. Same goes with The Finals now. The game is really fun and you can have the full experience for free, they only charge for cosmetics. So I happily support the studio by spending 10 or 20 bucks every 3 or 4 months, it seems fair to me.

[@smokinjoeblues]

@@Unherist Good point. There's a meaningful difference between cosmetics and pay-to-win.

[@7Wolfleader]

Very nicely done Larian. Baldur's Gate 3 will be remembered till eternity. I first played Divinity Original Sin games and I was sad to see that they weren't as popular as they deserved. BG3 had a long story behind it of course and, with all the advertising and marketing, it got what it deserved. Both these games can't be praised enough. Congratulations. And thank you for delivering what was expected plus way more.

[@ravipeiris4388]

Swen, We appreciate the personal and professional struggles you went through for the last 20 years to keep Larian Studios afloat. Also, our appreciation for the rare investors through the years that decided to believe in Swen and invest in him and Larian Studios ❤ - hopefully, all of you are swimming in more money than you know what to do with 😂.

[@ifoundit5476]

That shout out to Luality was so great. I was excited talking to my dad about this game I'd been playing, and he brought up a reel of hers he'd seen on KZbin. Thank you all for making such a fantastic piece of art too. You all do a great job of reminding others just how great games can be when there is care, time, and love put into them.

[@Luality]

your dad seems so cool! reminds me of my dad!

[@theobrominator]

every-time i play through i uncover new interactions even after 650+ hours - with great writing as well. love this game. thank you 🙏

[@marinebymistake]

Thank you guys, BG3 is definitely one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had, can't wait to see your next project

[@pcl89]

Just to express how much I appreciate your work on bg3: I would happily *right now* preorder whatever you're doing next. I wouldnt do that with any other Studio. Thanks Larian! ❤

[@kwuserfriendly1769]

Thank you for being who you are and for giving us a game for a lifetime. ❤

[@baconbuddy6207]

The Baldur's Gate Trilogy used to mean BG1, BG2 Shadow of Amn and BG2 Throne of Bhaal. Larian did a perfect job creating a masterpiece that stands just as tall as the others and brings the Baldur's Gate IP to a new height in the modern gaming world.

[@XRENDERMAN]

I don't know if you can compare this masterpiece with the broken and unplayable mess bg1 and 2 were.

[@saschaeggert2148]

GOTY 2023 will also be my GOTY 2024

[@Suikojunkie]

Thank you for existing

[@medveja8]

you people just make me happy and smile the whole hour :) thank you all so much for everything you did. sending much love and appreciation

[@Snakeskii]

Luality!!! She's so awesome! How nice of y'all to do this for her. 💖

[@supertab365]

Finally finished the game for the first time this week with 160h logged. It deserved all the praise it got.

[@piercehead72]

As soon as Larian were announced as the devs for BG3 I knew it was in safe hands. Then I played the Early Access and that confirmed it. Still loving it, still savouring it - hence why I've played 175 hours solo and not finished yet. Can't wait to see what they do next.

[@Flame792]

Since we're at the topic of bears, one of my favorite moments was at the goblin camp when I took control of Halsin and made him sit on a chair. The exact moment I thought this is going to be a quality game.

[@SkatKat]

Clang cla-clang clang! Love them all!

[@MrTigerpirro]

I am extremely impressed by BG3 as a gamer. I played 1 and 2 at their releases, and this is a fantastic successor. As a project manager, I am even more impressed by the work you guys have done with the resources available. You guys deserve all the praise. Keep fighting the good fight!

[@liberalideas8224]

While cloning Larian over and over might be interesting, every game studio should at least look to Larian and Sven as a Master Class in game development. Thank you for all that you have done and I am already hyped for what you all come out with next.

[@GargoyleKDR]

I find myself wondering how bad the shipping/baggage fees were for sending armor to/from Seattle. It's great that he did that.

[@mygotiger]

We love you Larian!! Thank you for everything! More power!

[@dv3982]

Mods on console, thank you Larian you never fail to impress.

[@VadymPecherskyi]

Thank you, Larian team, from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful time I have been able to spend in DOS:1&2 and BG3! Good luck with next games, I will be waiting for them!❤

[@ShaneBlackheart]

Thank you, Larian, for giving us this treasure of a game 💜 It was there for me when I was alone and feeling like I didn't want to live anymore. I played a lot to get me through those feelings, and every time the game gave me something to wake up to that actually made me feel something again. This game will always be dear to me.

[@VASM160689]

I liked the part where Sven turns to all AAA game companies and commented on microtransactions with "YOU CAN BITE MY SHINY METAL ASS!", cast Fireball and Dimension Door'ed out of there while heartily laughing.

[@Scrambles19]

What an incredible ride. I was with you guys from the first announcement and I knew you were the right studio to make it happen. Cannot overstate how proud I am to support a developer that made one of the best games of all time, while fully engaging with the community. Not to mention speaking out on scummy industry practices. I'm so excited for whatever Larian does next. Also the shoutout for Luality's birthday was very sweet.

[@tynce563]

Thankyou for making one of my favorite games of all time Larian. BG3 is truly an experience I will never forget.

[@arash-yazdani]

great job moderating the panel; it really felt very fluid and informative and somehow condensed but everybody had a moment to speak and audience had plenty of time, this on itself was a masterclass

[@quangphan5911]

Wow...I caught myself smiling ear to ear while watching this video .... Larian literally brings joy to people.

[@ll9595]

Thx Larian for all your hard work. Looking forward to whatever you are working on. Here's hoping it's DOS3, but if it isn't, I'm still gonna support you all the way ❤️. Amazing panel. Love you all!

[@macmicha3148]

Thank you Larian for all the wonderful things you created und the way you do the things you do. ❤

[@SKYLYING]

Thank you Larian ! It's been a amazing journey

[@kz0tkzt147]

Thank you, so much. Watching your interviews restores my faith in humanity. Wishing you strength and luck in creating your new game-we eagerly await it

[@NRV0]

Thanks Larian and can't wait to see your new stuff!!

[@Cookieforevah]

If you listen carefully you can hear down by the river in Swen's clanking armour.

[@valiskot]

Thank you Larian, for showing the world that with passion, time and patience it's possible to make such an awesome game as BG3 is. Can't wait to hear about your next projects and jumping into previous games you made as well. Also I'd like to thank you for the shoutout to Luality on her birthday. From what I saw and heard it made her day even more wonderful. :)

[@ericroll]

I worked at the Animation Tour at Walt Disney World in the 1990s. The Disney animators were often asked how to get into the business. Young artists asked how to submit their work for consideration. At 25:12 Alena's answer is very similar to what Disney animators look for: not perfect polished work, just original ideas and rough sketches.

[@Zom21]

Thanks Larian, you guys are the best

[@Idlepug]

Honestly the best overall experience I've had in over 40 years of gaming. Thanks Larian! Moving on to D:OS2 after I finish my 2nd playthrough 😊 look forward to what you guys are working on next.

[@utisti4976]

Here's to the next big one, Larian. Love you guys.

[@coolguy2179]

Greatest game everrrrrr!! Thank you Larian!❤

[@rrmandrews]

Such an incredible company of people.

[@REDDEAD_uzi]

Thank you Larian, for creating such a masterpiece in Baldur's Gate 3, I cannot wait for your next game.

[@Luki_-cr4fb]

I am so excited for whats next after BG3, thank you Larian for creating one of the best and one of my favourite games ♥

[@Deltium5683]

Congratulations Larian ! It’s clear that your Company has a wonderful culture and great collaboration.

[@oliorogue]

I'm so excited for your next project! If it is as good as BG3 or DOS2 I will be happy as can be.

[@Meitalhana]

תודה על משחק מדהים ומצפה בקוצר רוח לעוד בעתיד! ❤

[@ELARKANEGRAGAMING]

BG3 es la mejor cosa que he jugado en mi vida! Gracias Larian!

[@-rakoo-amv454]

i've been playing games since i was about 6, i am 23 and baldur's gate is beyond a shadow of doubt the best game in my opinion, that i have ever played, it was magical, thank you Larian.

[@altaccount8749]

I having playing games since I was 4 and I 30 now. BG3 is by far the best game I have ever played.

[@Shushpo]

That was interesting to hear, thank you!

[@gianlucamorelli]

watching this on one screen whilst playing BG3 on the other feels just the right thing to do!

[@bogdanf.8676]

I swear, halh of this discussion is related to the bear scene. Love this guys, they really are passionate of what they do and they seem like down to earth breath taking people.

[@LordMuzhy]

I can't wait to play BG3, I've played both DOS1 and DOS2 but I played the Enhanced and Definitive editions respectively and I'm holding off on playing BG3 until the full complete edition is out!

[@ivanangeli]

well, thank you for the great game. My favorite game of all time is Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, and Baldur's Gate 3 is slowly joining that title "my favorite" :) I am playing it with my son from time to time, he is just 5, and we are having ton of fun

[@Beadlesstorh]

Ive been playing RPGs my whole life as my favourite genre and yet every time i boot up BG3 i feel like its the first time i grasp the actual meaning of Role-Playing

[@markmatthews9102]

Awesome stuff. How amazing!

[@JamesBuggemo]

Sven sounds like a cow with a bell. But one of those cows from Diablo that could send you to a Bovine land of horror. But seriously, you can tell a lot about a company by observing how the upper management present themselves. Larian commits to the bit.

[@ZoldZsolt]

Sven has a +2 penalty to stealth in that armor and he doesn't give af 🤣

[@Noctyna]

Sven’s constant armor noises and the sheer unapologetic smile on this brave woman’s face 46:32 made me laugh hard. Thank you for creating this game, Larian.

[@VASM160689]

Loved DOS 1 and 2, still haven't played BG3, but gonna be my game for this winter. Can't wait to play this awesome Date Simulator! :D Karlach babe!!!

[@TheMarcHicks]

Until BG3, I had never bought an Early Access game.....but boy am I super glad I chose to play this game in Early Access. Such an awesome experience watching the game evolve in real time.

[@ruandeswardt6106]

New favourite game studio,can't wait to see the future games from Larian.

[@KarolaTea]

Really interesting panel, thank you!

[@eternal_knight_]

Thank you!

[@ploo1187]

Been a fan since DOS, can’t wait to see whatever comes next.

[@TheMorninGlory23]

Daww that's so cool they recognized Luality :3

[@FistOfFiori]

15:09 "They're doing the beaarrrr!" hahaha 🤣 Great panel, looking forward to patch 7 hitting consoles then whatever game Larian are doing next!

[@MrsTavington]

I went to PAX West for the first time last year hearing about a booth, hoping someone from the company was there; sadly I was wrong, cause I wanted to tell any and all staff how much BG3 means to me! I assumed no one would be there this year, and now I regret not looking! XD

[@Mve_be]

Thank you ! We had to wait 23 years for get a new incrédible game based on D&D. And sadly we will not see that again anytime soon ( check new Wotc president... ). So Thanks again Larian , for your work , for your commitment to player's community and i mean both gamers AND roleplayers. Its a shame there so few entertainment companies like yours whatever is the media.

[@matt_slaverwar]

I really want a netflix documentary about the BG3 creation! But i will love some PT-BR CC in those videos... :/ I can understand english, but's a tiring thing T-T

[@angelicastern2385]

I am so excited for what’s coming next from Larian. What a time to be a gamer.

[@Kelticfury]

Now I am really looking forward to Larian's next title.

[@grahammurphy7882]

Absolutely legendary game! Can't wait for divinity 3 😉😉😉

[@Cyb3rHusky]

I'd love to see a designer commentary at some point going through scenes of the game.

[@Dariusz_Tokarczuk]

Thank You for making this awsome game. And Dargon Commander. I love Dragon Comannder too.

[@Eskolol]

The most impressive feat that they did with this game imo is the reaction system. Very difficult to implement and you guys did it spot on.

[@drian3444]

That was quite interesting, and I’m glad that Aoife will be focusing on modding soon

[@wishes_._]

Imagine working for larian making one of the greatest games in the last decade critically acclaimed universally loved now they can look forward to the future

[@jeromeliotvongola6941]

thanks you for the best game ever !

[@Tatooa2001]

BG3 est mon jeu préféré depuis le Witcher 3, et à mon avis, de la même façon, il va devenir une sacrée référence ! Merci à tous ! 🥰

[@Norwick]

In Larian we trust!

[@jackwang1234]

Whatever they make for the next game, I'm going to buy it❤

[@sg9878]

Merci d'avoir fait ce jeu.

[@wilddreams]

they don't stop serving

[@George_M_]

Amelia's outtake complaint that "someone's been reading Shakespeare and now it's everyone's problem" makes a lot more sense now.