Baldur's Gate to be turned into TV series - without the game's developers

"As reported by Deadline, the TV show is set to take place immediately after the events of the last game in the series, drawing from the lore of the world but following fresh storylines, as characters old and new come to terms with what has happened. Mazin, who called himself a "devoted D&D fan" - the game series is based on the world of Dungeons and Dragons - said he decided to adapt the show after putting "nearly 1000 hours" into the latest game."

""I can't wait to help bring Baldur's Gate and all of its incredible characters to life with as much respect and love as we can," he said. Mazin said he plans to reach out to the original cast members of Baldur's Gate 3 with ideas for how they can participate in the adaptation. The Baldur's Gate franchise is owned by US firm Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, which Larian licensed the intellectual property from to make Baldur's Gate 3. In other words, the adaptation can be made without the game developer's involvement."

"Following the news, Larian founder Swen Vincke posted on X the team had all worked "incredibly hard" on making Baldur's Gate 3 "worthy of its legacy". "I think I can speak for them all in saying that they'll think this is cool and hope that what comes next will enjoy the same level of passion," he said. He said Mazin had "reached out for a chat" so the team would have some opportunity to give their input to the series."

A TV adaptation of the Baldur's Gate game series will take place immediately after the events of the latest game and will draw from the world’s lore while following new storylines. Craig Mazin, who said he is a devoted D&D fan and played nearly 1,000 hours of the latest game, will produce the series and plans to reach out to original cast members for participation. Wizards of the Coast owns the franchise and licensed the IP to Larian, so the adaptation can proceed without direct involvement from Larian Studios. Larian founder Swen Vincke acknowledged the studio’s effort and said Mazin has reached out for a chat. Some fans expressed concern over creative directions.

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