Larian Studios has certainly stirred the pot with that infamous bear sex scene in Baldur’s Gate 3. It’s the kind of moment that lingers in the minds of many (okay, maybe most) players of this wildly popular RPG. So, naturally, when the curiosity arises about whether similar shenanigans will occur with the lizard folks in their upcoming Divinity game, we gotta dig in. Spoiler alert: the answer is more yes than no.
Tomorrow, Larian is holding an ‘ask me anything’ session over on Reddit, and fans are already revved up. One brave soul asked, “Can I fuck or be fucked by the lizards?” Not one to dodge the question, Larian hit back with a cleverly edited Pingu meme that now reads, “I am doing it right now.” Classic.
Now, I don’t want to read too much into this—it’s the internet, and we’re all wading through layers of memes and vague references to communicate. Pingu, a Swiss children’s show from the ’90s, is somehow being invoked in a conversation about lizard-people and intimate encounters in RPGs. What even is going on?
But seriously, considering Divinity’s freaky announcement, it’s a solid reminder that this is the studio behind that unforgettable bear moment. They’ve never shied away from deep topics, and they seem to understand that “people are capable of appreciating a three-dimensional world.” It’s part of why fans appreciate Larian’s bold approach to storytelling.
As Larian pushes boundaries with Divinity, an RPG veteran pointed out that it’s fascinating what sparks outrage in gaming. Just think about how far we’ve evolved in our expectations from these virtual worlds and experiences.
Now, circling back to our favorite lizard folk—these are the reptilian characters that’ve graced Rivellon since the days of Divine Divinity, so their presence in this upcoming title is all but guaranteed. And honestly, given what we’ve seen from the bear escapade, it really feels like anything goes with Larian’s storytelling.
I’ll leave the devs to their creative whims—no need to tempt them with additional ideas; my sanity is already hanging by a thread. But just know, if you’re hoping for some spicy moments in Divinity, you might just get your wish.
As Witchfire’s CEO stated, the Divinity team isn’t “definitely not evil” for exploring AI elements; rather, the backlash springs from people’s desire “to engage with others through art.” It’s a point worth pondering, especially as gaming continues to evolve.