Baldur's Gate 3 Expands Into Publishing With Astarion Prequel Novel and More
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Baldur's Gate 3 is expanding beyond the screen with a new Penguin Random House publishing program featuring an Astarion prequel novel, a Necromancy of Thay replica, a cookbook, and a coloring book.
Larian's massive role-playing hit is making the jump from our screens to the bookshelf. Penguin Random House just announced a brand new official publishing program for Baldur's Gate 3, giving one of the genre's most beloved casts even more room to breathe. According to IGN South Africa, the lineup kicks off with a dedicated Astarion prequel novel that explores the fan favourite vampire spawn during his harrowing years of servitude under Cazador Szarr.
Since launching back in 2023, the game has pulled in over 15 million players, cementing itself as a modern cultural touchstone across PC, console, and streaming spaces alike. This new wave of merch goes far beyond traditional tie-in fiction. The upcoming publishing slate also features an interactive replica of the infamous Necromancy of Thay, an official cookbook, and a coloring book, tapping straight into the kinds of community-driven collector items that modern fandoms thrive on.
For a community that has spent years dissecting every line of dialogue, customising every character build, and watching countless hours of creator playthroughs, expanding the lore outside the game is a massive win. Whether you are looking to dive deeper into the dark history of the Sword Coast or just want to add some physical loot to your setup, preorders are already live on Amazon. You can read the full breakdown over at IGN South Africa.
Tags: Baldur's Gate 3, RPG, Books, Larian Studios, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa