Annonce de Divinity déclenche une forte hausse des ventes de Baldur's Gate 3 et Divinity: Original Sin 2, affirme le patron de Larian

The surge in sales for both Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2 following the highly anticipated announcement of Divinity, Larian Studios’ next major RPG, underscores a powerful phenomenon in modern gaming: franchise momentum and cross-title fan excitement.

Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening — and why it matters:

🔥 Why the Sales Surge?

1. Fan Excitement Around a New Larian IP

   • The announcement of Divinity (likely a spiritual successor to the Divinity series, not a reboot) lit a fire among long-time fans and newcomers alike.
   • With a standout trailer at The Game Awards, the game generated massive buzz — not just for its lore and visuals, but because it’s Larian Studios behind it again.

2. Players Want to Experience the "Larian Formula"

   • Fans of Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2 are drawn to the studio’s hallmark:
     • Deep, choice-driven storytelling.
     • Tactical, physics-powered combat.
     • Rich world-building and emergent gameplay.
   • The announcement has driven new buyers to experience both games as entry points into Larian’s signature RPG style.

3. Nostalgia Meets New Hype

   • Divinity: Original Sin 2 (2017) was a critical darling and often hailed as one of the greatest RPGs of the decade. Its resurgence shows how a well-crafted game can remain relevant for years — especially when tied to a new release from the same studio.

4. “Squirrel” Joke: A Nod to Legacy

   • Swen Vincke’s cheeky comment — "Wish I’d removed the squirrel in time :)" — references a long-standing, beloved easter egg in DOS2 involving a squirrel that can break through walls (and later, cause chaos in multiplayer). The joke highlights how fans still remember and cherish these details — proving the game’s lasting cultural impact.

📊 What the Data Tells Us

• Baldur’s Gate 3 remains a top-tier Steam title, with peak concurrent players over 100,000 — more than two years after release.
• Divinity: Original Sin 2 had its best sales month since 2017, according to Larian — a rare feat for a game over six years old.
• This isn’t just nostalgia — it’s active, new acquisition. Many players are buying both titles for the first time, drawn in by the Divinity reveal.

🎮 Why Single-Player Games Still Dominate

While live-service games like Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and PUBG dominate Steam’s most-played lists, they’re hosted on the platform, not necessarily sold via it.

But Larian’s success shows:

• Single-player RPGs with lasting depth can still achieve massive, long-term popularity.
• A well-told story, meaningful choices, and mechanical depth create lasting value — not just short-term hype.
• When a studio has a proven track record (like Larian), fans are willing to double-dip — buying both old and new titles.

🤔 What’s Next for Divinity?

From the Reddit AMA, fans learned:

• Divinity is not a direct sequel to the original Divinity series, but a spiritual successor.
• It will feature a new world, new lore, and a fresh gameplay loop — but with the same emphasis on player agency and improvisational combat.
• The game will likely support deep co-op, continuing Larian’s tradition of multiplayer excellence.
• No release date yet — but the announcement has already confirmed the game as one of 2025’s most anticipated RPGs.

✅ Final Takeaway

Larian Studios isn’t just making games — it’s building a legacy. The fact that a new RPG announcement is driving record sales for two already iconic games proves:

• Great storytelling and gameplay don’t expire.
• Fans trust a developer who delivers meaningful experiences.
• In an age of live-service fatigue, the single-player RPG is still king — especially when it’s made by a studio that cares.

As Vincke said:

“The world is full of games, but not all of them stay with you. We’re proud to make the ones that do.”

And if Divinity lives up to the hype? It might just become another one of those unforgettable RPGs.

🎮 For fans of BG3, DOS2, and everything that makes RPGs great — keep an eye on Divinity. The wait might be long, but the journey will be worth it.