The HBO Adaptation of Baldur's Gate 3: A Mixed Bag of Emotions
The surprise announcement that HBO was adapting the fantasy-RPG series Baldur's Gate 3, and continuing its critically acclaimed third installment, has left fans reeling. The news came as a shock to many, who had grown attached to the game's world and story. But it seems like this is just another example of "when" rather than "if" they'll get one.
The real question on everyone's mind is why HBO chose Craig Mazin, the showrunner behind The Last of Us, to helm this project. Fans of that property have been vocal about their feelings towards its adaptation, and it seems like the same sentiment will carry over to Baldur's Gate 3. The show's involvement with Wizards of the Coast, the owner of Dungeons & Dragons, also adds another layer of complexity.
But what really sets off alarm bells is the fact that Baldur's Gate 3 creator Larian Studios isn't involved with the show. This is particularly notable since Larian has built a reputation for being responsive to its community through social media and other means. By abandoning this approach, it feels like they've broken an unspoken rule.
So why did Larian decide to move on? The news comes at an interesting time, as Wizards of the Coast was dealing with controversy surrounding its Open Gaming License earlier that year. Perhaps Larian was feeling the pressure to get out of their comfort zone and explore other IP.
Whatever the reason, it's clear that this decision has set off a chain reaction among fans. While some are excited for the new adaptation, others are worried about what will happen to the Baldur's Gate universe without its creator behind the scenes.
For those who have invested countless hours into playing Baldur's Gate 3, this news is like being dealt a bad roll - it can be tough to accept. But we'll have to wait and see how the show turns out. Will it live up to expectations? Only time will tell.
The question remains: what does the future hold for Larian Studios now that they've moved on from Baldur's Gate 3? And will Craig Mazin's involvement with The Last of Us cast a shadow over this new adaptation? We'll have to keep watching to find out.
The surprise announcement that HBO was adapting the fantasy-RPG series Baldur's Gate 3, and continuing its critically acclaimed third installment, has left fans reeling. The news came as a shock to many, who had grown attached to the game's world and story. But it seems like this is just another example of "when" rather than "if" they'll get one.
The real question on everyone's mind is why HBO chose Craig Mazin, the showrunner behind The Last of Us, to helm this project. Fans of that property have been vocal about their feelings towards its adaptation, and it seems like the same sentiment will carry over to Baldur's Gate 3. The show's involvement with Wizards of the Coast, the owner of Dungeons & Dragons, also adds another layer of complexity.
But what really sets off alarm bells is the fact that Baldur's Gate 3 creator Larian Studios isn't involved with the show. This is particularly notable since Larian has built a reputation for being responsive to its community through social media and other means. By abandoning this approach, it feels like they've broken an unspoken rule.
So why did Larian decide to move on? The news comes at an interesting time, as Wizards of the Coast was dealing with controversy surrounding its Open Gaming License earlier that year. Perhaps Larian was feeling the pressure to get out of their comfort zone and explore other IP.
Whatever the reason, it's clear that this decision has set off a chain reaction among fans. While some are excited for the new adaptation, others are worried about what will happen to the Baldur's Gate universe without its creator behind the scenes.
For those who have invested countless hours into playing Baldur's Gate 3, this news is like being dealt a bad roll - it can be tough to accept. But we'll have to wait and see how the show turns out. Will it live up to expectations? Only time will tell.
The question remains: what does the future hold for Larian Studios now that they've moved on from Baldur's Gate 3? And will Craig Mazin's involvement with The Last of Us cast a shadow over this new adaptation? We'll have to keep watching to find out.
...larian studios was all about community engagement, now they're ghosting it. hope mazin's showrunner skills can salvage baldur's gate 3 from itself 
, I mean, Larian Studios is the one who brought Baldur's Gate 3 to life in the first place, and now they're just stepping aside? It feels like a part of the community is getting left behind. And Craig Mazin, while he did a great job with The Last of Us, can we be sure he'll capture the same magic with Baldur's Gate 3? I'm also worried about how much creative control Larian had and if HBO will mess it up 
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i mean dont get me wrong craig mazins got skills but its def not the same as having larian studios at the helm lol who's gonna take care of those lovable bhaalspawn? 
And Craig Mazin as the showrunner? I get that he did a great job on The Last of Us, but can't they find someone else for this one? I hope it doesn't end up being a mess... 
. I mean, think about it, Baldur's Gate 3 has such a dedicated fanbase, but sometimes change can be a good thing? Maybe this adaptation will bring in new fans who haven't played the game before 
. And let's not forget, HBO is known for taking risks and pushing boundaries, so I'm sure they'll do their best to make Baldur's Gate 3 shine 
. It's gonna be interesting to see how it all plays out! 
I mean, who wouldn't want to see their fave fantasy world brought to life on TV? The fact that Craig Mazin is attached might be a bit of a risk for some fans, but let's give him a chance to prove himself, right? 
It's also interesting to think about how Larian Studios' decision will affect the gaming community – maybe they'll get to explore new IPs and find even more creative ways to connect with their fans. 
like what even is going on with Larian Studios? I mean, they're basically abandoning the series that made them famous and just... gone? It's like they're trying to sabotage their own success or something 
I remember how much love and care Larian put into Baldur's Gate 3, and it feels like they're just... throwing us under the bus 
I'm so worried about what this means for the future of the franchise. What if it's not as good as we wanted it to be? What if they make some changes that ruin everything? 
Ugh, my head is spinning just thinking about it 
. This adaptation better be on point or I'll be super disappointed 
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That doesn't sit right with me, you know?
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. And Craig Mazin as showrunner? Yeah, I'm not sure that's a good idea... his Last of Us adaptation got some people pretty riled up 
. I just hope they can make this work without messing it up too badly. Fingers crossed for the fans who've invested so much time and love into Baldur's Gate 3 
and it was literally so much fun i saw the most gorgeous sunsets and met the most fascinating people on the way i swear my camera battery is dead but like i took like a million pics of all these stunning landscapes lol what's with this Baldur's Gate 3 thing tho? never played the game but i've heard it's super good 
, and I was thinking about how some of those scenic views reminded me of fantasy maps like Baldur's Gate 3 
... anyway, I'm more excited for that new Stranger Things season than this adaptation... what's up with the lack of Larian involvement tho? 
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. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good fantasy-RPG drama? 
It's like the ultimate guilty pleasure 
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