Larian Studios, founded in 1996 by Swen Vincke in Ghent, Belgium, is an independent video game developer and publisher specializing in role-playing games. The company gained prominence with the release of the Divinity series, starting with ‘Divine Divinity’ in 2002, and has since expanded its portfolio to include titles like ‘Divinity: Original Sin’ and its sequel, both of which received critical acclaim. In 2023, Larian released ‘Baldur’s Gate 3,’ which was lauded for its deep narrative and player choice, earning multiple Game of the Year awards. The success of these titles has propelled the company’s growth, leading to the establishment of additional studios in Quebec City, Dublin, Kuala Lumpur, Guildford, Barcelona, and Warsaw. As of 2025, Larian Studios employs over 530 individuals worldwide. The studio continues to push the boundaries of the RPG genre, with its upcoming project, ‘Divinity,’ described as its most ambitious endeavor yet, aiming for a release after 2026.
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Larian Studios is renowned for developing critically acclaimed role-playing games, including the Divinity series and Baldur's Gate 3.
Founded in 1996 by Swen Vincke, the company has grown to operate seven studios worldwide, employing over 530 people as of 2025.
Baldur's Gate 3, released in 2023, received universal acclaim and won multiple Game of the Year awards.
The studio's upcoming project, titled 'Divinity,' is described as its most ambitious RPG yet, aiming for a release after 2026.
Larian Studios emphasizes player agency and deep narrative choices, setting a high standard in the RPG genre.
