Craig Mazin

“Actor Samantha Béart, who plays Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3, shared a positive update about the upcoming Baldur's Gate TV show. Craig Mazin, the show's creator, has expressed interest in involving the game's cast in some capacity. This aligns with Mazin's previous approach in The Last of Us TV series, where he cast actors from the game. Larian, the game's developer, has no official role in the TV show, though its CEO Swen Vincke mentioned that Mazin has reached out to discuss the show's narrative direction. The TV series will follow events after the game's multiple endings, and Larian has stated that these endings were designed to support new adventures. Meanwhile, Larian is working on a new Divinity game, which initially used generative AI in development but will not include it in the final product.”

“Production for HBO's The Last of Us Season 3 has paused temporarily due to the World Cup being held in Vancouver, where the show films. Deadline reports that the hiatus is expected to last about a month, with filming resuming later in 2026 and the season likely debuting in 2027. Meanwhile, veteran actor Peter Sarsgaard has joined the cast as Amon, a new recurring character and leader of the Seraphites. Sarsgaard, known for roles in films like Garden State and The Batman, brings significant experience to the role. Craig Mazin is now the sole showrunner for Season 3, following Neil Druckmann's departure. The season will focus on Abby, with Ellie also appearing. The story will continue to expand beyond the original games, introducing new characters like Amon and Kathleen, played by Melanie Lynskey.”