Larian Games Soars to New Heights After Divinity Reveal
Larian Studios has experienced significant momentum following the reveal of their new Divinity game at The Game Awards 2025. The announcement has reignited interest in their previous titles, particularly Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2. This excitement persists despite discussions around potential generative AI features in the forthcoming RPG.
Larian Games’ Rising Popularity
On January 20, 2026, players took to social media to highlight the enduring popularity of Baldur’s Gate 3, even amid new game releases and competition from online giants like Arc Raiders. Larian’s CEO, Swen Vincke, commented on the extraordinary sales performance of their previous games since the new Divinity announcement. Notably, Divinity: Original Sin 2 experienced its highest sales month since its launch in 2017.
Sales Statistics and Player Engagement
- Baldur’s Gate 3: Best post-launch peak was 297,492 concurrent players in January 2024.
- Divinity: Original Sin 2: Achieved a peak of 30,882 concurrent players in March 2020, coinciding with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Current player count for Baldur’s Gate 3 stands at 127,254 on Steam.
- Divinity: Original Sin 2 reached a recent peak of 27,409 concurrent players this month.
Despite the difficulties in accurately gauging player engagement across all platforms, Larian noted that the sales surge reflects a growing interest in their catalog. Both previous titles have benefited from enhancements, including a native port for Switch 2 and improvements for current-generation consoles.
Future Developments and Considerations
Larian Studios is exploring the possibility of a Nintendo Switch 2 port for their upcoming Divinity title. They are also considering enhanced support for the Steam Deck, given the success of Baldur’s Gate 3 on Valve’s handheld device. This ongoing focus on cross-platform accessibility is likely to further elevate Larian Games’ profile in the competitive gaming landscape.
