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In the realm of RPG gaming, few titles hold as much prestige as Baldur’s Gate 3. The entire series has a rich history of immersive storytelling and intricate gameplay. In the game, players can enjoy their own unique story as decisions influence their journey.

However, even the most esteemed developers continuously want to evolve and learn from their past games. Larian Studios, the masterminds behind Divinity: Original Sin 2, took a step forward with Baldur’s Gate 3 by using motion capture technology for all the characters in the game.

Evolution of Storytelling: Motion Capture in Baldur’s Gate 3

Larian Studio wanted to improve from its past title with Motion Capture. | Baldur’s Gate 3

In an interview, the Director of Animation at Larian Studio, Greg Lidstone discussed the leap the studio was taking with motion capture. In Divinity: Original Sin 2, Larian Studio used a narrator to explain the various cutscenes and guide the players through the story.

Baldur’s Gate 3, since its release, has taken players on a thrilling journey through the Forgotten Realms. The game has an engaging story that varies with each player’s choices and can even lead to the character’s dying.

But amidst the dragons, wizards, and epic battles, there’s a surprising twist – romance options that delve into the realms of the strange and otherworldly. One such option? Romancing a Mind Flayer. Even the actors were flustered in bringing these unconventional romance scenes to life.

Behind the Scenes: Mocap Challenges and Awkward Moments

Unlike the previous games, Baldur’s Gate 3 used motion capture for characters | Larian Studios

In an interview, actors Josh Wichard and Saskia Allen, who performed the motion capture for Mind Flayer and the player in Baldur’s Gate 3 shed light on the unique challenge they faced when performing various scenes. One scene that they can’t seem to...