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Baldur's Gate 3 TV Series in Works
HBO and Craig Mazin to adapt Baldur's Gate 3 into a new TV series.
In brief
HBO and Craig Mazin to adapt Baldur's Gate 3 into a new TV series. HBO and Craig Mazin are creating a Baldur's Gate 3 TV series that picks up where the game left off, with Larian Studios and Hasbro Entertainment involved. Originally reported by Polygon.
Baldur's Gate 3 TV Series Announced
HBO and Craig Mazin partner with Hasbro to create a Baldur's Gate TV series based on the game.
“It is a dream come true to be able to continue the story that Larian and Wizards of The Coast created”
Mazin's Role in Series
Mazin serves as co-creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner for the new series.
“I am a devoted fan of D&D and the brilliant way that Swen Vincke and his gifted team adapted it”
Larian Studios' Involvement
Larian Studios, developer of Baldur's Gate 3, will not work on the next game but supports the TV adaptation.
“Baldur's Gate 3 remains one of gaming's most enduring Dungeons & Dragons role-playing games”
Consultant for D&D Accuracy
Chris Perkins, former D&D creative head, will consult to ensure the series stays true to D&D roots.
“We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Craig Mazin on Baldur's Gate”
Mazin's Game Experience
Mazin put nearly 1,000 hours into Baldur's Gate 3 before creating the TV series.
“I can’t wait to help bring Baldur’s Gate and all of its incredible characters to life”
HBO's Commitment
HBO head of drama programming Francesca Orsi praised Mazin's passion for the source material.
“His deep and long-standing passion for the source material paired with his remarkable talent for building immersive worlds”
Future of Series
The series will pick up where Baldur's Gate 3 left off, canonizing one of its endings.
“Whatever story the show tells, it will canonize one of Baldur's Gate 3's various endings”
The takeaway
HBO and Craig Mazin are creating a Baldur's Gate 3 TV series that picks up where the game left off, with Larian Studios and Hasbro Entertainment involved.
