Baldur’s Gate Series in Hands of ‘The Last of Us’ Creator

by Bruno Pferd February 6, 2026

written by Bruno Pferd February 6, 2026

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Craig Mazin, known for his work on HBOs The Last of Us, is now leading an ongoing series based on Baldur’s Gate 3.
The upcoming Baldur’s Gate series will continue the narrative, rather than retelling the game’s story, with familiar characters facing new challenges.
Mazin, a dedicated fan of Baldur’s Gate, is excited to be involved in continuing the series narrative.
The Last of Us on HBO may conclude with its third season, and its creator Neil Druckmann will not be involved in that season.

Craig Mazin to Lead HBO’s ‘Baldur’s Gate’ Narrative Continuation with Hasbro, Diverging from Game’s Story

Craig Mazin, who spearheaded the HBO adaptation of The Last of Us with its creator Neil Druckmann, is now leading another major project: an HBO series based on Baldur’s Gate 3. Mazin will write, produce, and lead the series in collaboration with Hasbro Entertainment executives Jacqueline Lesko, Cecil O’Connor, and Gabriel Marano. According to Deadline, the HBO series will not retell the game’s story but instead continue the narrative, presenting familiar characters with new challenges. Mazin, a fan with nearly 1,000 hours logged in Baldur’s Gate 3, is enthusiastic about continuing the narrative. The creators plan for the series to be ongoing without a predetermined number of seasons. In related news, The Last of Us on HBO may conclude with its third season, and Druckmann will reportedly not be involved in that season.

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