{
  "id": 16662690,
  "title": "The developer of one of my favorite 2020s RPGs does it because of BioWare: 'Baldur's Gate 1 is the first game I truly loved'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/the-developer-of-one-of-my-favorite-2020s-rpgs-does-it-because-of",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-26T21:31:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/baldurs-gate/the-developer-of-one-of-my-favorite-2020s-rpgs-does-it-because-of-bioware-baldurs-gate-1-is-the-first-game-i-truly-loved/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Skald: Against the Black Priory lead developer Anders Lauridsen had a similar experience with BioWare RPGs as a substitute for tabletop growing up. He credits BioWare for introducing him to the hobby, as he lacked friends who shared his interest until later in life. The game's art design may remind players of earlier, less polished RPGs, but its mechanics and combat closely resemble those of Baldur's Gate and Fallout. Lauridsen's enthusiasm for the game is a testament to the enduring legacy of BioWare's contributions to the RPG genre. Skald: Against the Black Priory is available for $15 on Steam and GOG, offering a tight, low-level focus reminiscent of the original Baldur's Gate, enhanced by cosmic horror elements and reactive systems similar to those found in Larian's work. It runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, making it an accessible choice for players looking to explore a unique RPG experience.",
  "summary": "It's a hard one to beat.",
  "key_points": [
    "Anders Lauridsen's love for RPGs stems from BioWare games.",
    "Skald: Against the Black Priory's mechanics echo Baldur's Gate.",
    "Game is available for $15 on Steam and GOG."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}