Dungeons & Dragons maker reportedly looks at Tencent to sell future video games like Baldur’s Gate 3

The article reports that there are rumors of Hasbro, the owner of Dungeons & Dragons, being in discussions with Tencent regarding the adaptation rights for electronic games. The report claims that Hasbro is seeking to sell the D&D IP to Tencent, which would give the company dominant control over the brand. However, Wizards of the Coast, the publisher of D&D, has stated that they are not looking to sell the IP and are focused on bringing the best digital experiences to fans. The report suggests that Tencent’s previous success with Larian’s Baldur’s Gate 3 may have emboldened them to invest in another large-scale project. Hasbro has experienced financial losses and recently laid off nearly 1,100 employees. Despite this, D&D is set to release three new core rulebooks and is experiencing success as a brand. Hasbro’s strategy for digital media has shifted to focus on core IPs, and the company may be looking to replicate the success of Baldur’s Gate 3. The article concludes that while there are rumors of a potential deal between Hasbro and Tencent, Wizards of the Coast has stated that they are not looking to sell the D&D IP.

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