Events of Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 "lead to what happens" in Baldur's Gate 3 Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Events of Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 "lead to what happens" in Baldur's Gate 3 It's a Minscule detail. News by Wesley Yin-Poole Deputy Editorial Director Updated on 14 Mar 2020 6 comments Baldur's Gate 3 taps into Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 story wise, developer Larian has confirmed. In a Reddit AMA, Larian boss Sven Vincke was asked whether there would be any connection between the story of Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 and expansion Throne of Bhaal, and Baldur's Gate 3. Vincke kept his cards close to his chest, but did say this: "We really don't want to spoil anything but we wouldn't call it Baldur's Gate 3 if there wouldn't be a link. Let me just say that we touch upon the story of BG 1 & 2 in meaningful ways, there are returning characters and what happened in BG 1/2/tob leads to what happens into BG3. You won't necessarily see that at the start of the adventure but you will quickly understand once you get further into the game." Watch on YouTube Not only has there been an age between the last Baldur's Gate game and this new Baldur's Gate (Throne of Bhaal came out a sobering 19 years ago), but there may well be an age in their in-game timelines. Baldur's Gate 2 was set in 1369 DR (Dalereckoning). Baldur's Gate 3's story is said to take place immediately following the events of the Descent into Avernus prequel tabletop adventure, which itself is set over 100 years after Baldur's Gate 2, in the year 1494 DR. So, while there may be links between Baldur's Gate 3 and the original games, and even returning characters, it's clear Baldur's Gate 3 is not a direct sequel. As long as Boo turns up, I'll be happy. For more, do check out Chris Tapsell's wonderful Baldur's Gate 3 preview. The game is expected to hit Steam Early Access by the end of 2020. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 10 Latest Articles Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store