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“It wasn’t our decision’: Larian says Baldur’s Gate 3 Switch 2 port is up to Wizards of the Coast

January 11, 2026 Off By Ibraheem Adeola

Larian Studios has confirmed it will not release Baldur’s Gate 3 for the Nintendo Switch 2, stating that the decision rests solely with IP holder Wizards of the Coast. Despite high fan demand, Larian says it has no current control over the future of a Switch 2 port.

Larian Studios, the developers behind the Game of the Year-winning RPG Baldur’s Gate 3, has addressed ongoing speculation about a possible Nintendo Switch 2 version. Currently, Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, leaving many fans eager for a handheld option via a Switch 2 port. During a Reddit AMA held on Friday, 10 January 2026, CEO Swen Vincke responded to questions about the game’s future on Nintendo’s next-generation console.

Larian: Switch 2 Decision Lies with Wizards of the Coast

When asked specifically whether Baldur’s Gate 3 could be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 and if it was technically feasible considering the game’s scope, Swen Vincke clarified the studio’s position:

“We would have loved to [bring Baldur’s Gate 3 to Nintendo Switch 2], but it wasn’t our decision to make.” – Swen Vincke, Larian CEO, Reddit AMA, 10 January 2026

Vincke’s direct statement makes it clear that any Nintendo Switch 2 port would be at the discretion of Wizards of the Coast, the rights holder for both the Baldur’s Gate franchise and the underlying Dungeons & Dragons property.

Larian Studios has already parted company with Wizards of the Coast to focus on its next big project, the Divinity series. This means future decisions about Baldur’s Gate 3 on new platforms are no longer theirs to make. Vincke’s comments do not absolutely rule out the possibility of a port, but strongly imply that Larian is not involved in such development.

Current Status: No Switch 2 Version in Development

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Industry insider NateTheHate corroborated Vincke’s position, stating that as of late 2025, no Nintendo Switch 2 version of Baldur’s Gate 3 is in the works. According to NateTheHate:

“While Larian would love to bring Baldur’s Gate 3 to the Switch 2… their relationship with Hasbro/Wizards of the Coast is not healthy.” – NateTheHate, late 2025

With the developer having stepped away from Wizards of the Coast, it’s unlikely there will be any progress on a Switch 2 edition unless Wizards initiates the project independently or partners with another studio for the port.

For fans eager for a Nintendo Switch 2 version, the facts are clear:

Baldur’s Gate 3 on Nintendo Switch 2 – Key Facts:

Larian Studios is not developing a Switch 2 version.
The decision to port the game rests entirely with Wizards of the Coast.
As of January 2026, no Switch 2 port is in active development according to public statements and insider reports.
The studio’s relationship with Wizards/Hasbro is reportedly strained, further reducing the likelihood of a near-term Switch 2 release.

Additional Developments: Larian’s AI Usage Policy

In the same Reddit AMA, Swen Vincke addressed Larian’s stance on the use of generative AI for concept art and writing in its future games. Following community criticism, Vincke confirmed that Larian will discontinue the use of generative AI for concept art in the upcoming Divinity instalment. However, he noted that generative AI may still have practical uses in less creative parts of development, stating that it “can help” in some areas.

For now, Baldur’s Gate 3 remains available only on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with the fate of a Switch 2 version wholly dependent on Wizards of the Coast. Fans and analysts alike will be watching for any official updates from the Dungeons & Dragons IP owner in 2026.