A Baldur’s Gate 3 executive weighs in on Red Dead Redemption 2, calling it an unmatched western experience. Larian Studios’ Publishing Director believes Red Dead Redemption 2‘s budget is “enough to make a CFO cry”, and that “nothing has surpassed it.” The Baldur’s Gate 3 executive believes only GTA 6 might be capable of doing so.

When discussing games that have redefined industry standards, Red Dead Redemption 2 and Baldur’s Gate 3 are often cited as prime examples. Both titles have garnered widespread acclaim from players for their meticulous attention to detail, profound narratives, immersive worlds, and more. One secured the coveted Game of the Year award in 2023, while the other, despite not winning in 2018, has aged exceptionally well and stands as one of the best-selling video games of all time, boasting nearly 70 million copies sold.

Red Dead Redemption 2: “A Fascinating Milestone”

Recently, the Publishing Director of Larian Studios, Michael Douse, shared his thoughts on Red Dead Redemption 2 in a post on his X/Twitter account after spending some time with Rockstar’s open-world western. Douse’s perspective is one of nostalgic admiration, believing that, to this day, no other game has matched its ambition or depth. “I’ve been diving back into Red Dead Redemption 2, and it truly feels like a product of a bygone era,” he begins.

“Released in 2018, just a year before the world underwent significant changes, and perhaps not coincidentally, it remains unmatched in its meticulous scope and depth. GTA 6 might achieve this, but even then, the subtle nuances of its pacing and presentation could be a lost art. Time will tell, but it’s a fascinating milestone, perhaps the last of its kind, a testament to a different era of game development. In short, they don’t make them like this anymore.“

Only GTA 6 Can Surpass It?

Despite this praise, Douse acknowledges that Red Dead Redemption 2 “will be surpassed in many ways, but in other, more crucial aspects,” he expresses less optimism. The Larian executive appreciates its “quiet, slow, subtle storytelling about nothing and everything,” and acknowledges a “budget capable of making a CFO cry.” He further speculates that the rumored $2 billion budget for GTA 6 might be accurate.

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