Baldur’s Gate 3‘s Minsc is officially appearing in a new 2027 video game, although fans should expect a different side to Minsc and his beloved miniature giant space hamster, Boo. Larian Studios’ critically acclaimed RPG introduced millions of players to the world of Dungeons and Dragons, featuring memorable characters like Astarion, Shadowheart, Karlach, and Minsc. While some of these characters were created specifically for Baldur’s Gate 3, others like Minsc have been around for decades, appearing in previous games and other D&D adventures. Now, one of the franchise’s oldest characters is returning in an entirely different kind of game.
Minsc and Boo have been part of the Baldur’s Gate franchise since the original game launched in 1998, returning in both Baldur’s Gate 3 and Baldur’s Gate 3. Although Larian has moved on from the series, there’s still plenty of interest in seeing these characters return. Now, another developer is bringing Minsc and Boo back for a new adventure.
Minsc and Boo Appear in Dungeons and Dragons: Long Rest Tavern
Minsc and Boo are confirmed to appear in Dungeons and Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, an upcoming PC game scheduled for release in 2027. The characters can be spotted in the game’s official promotional artwork and reveal trailer, with previews also confirming their appearance. Developed by Homo Ludens and published by Dotemu, D&D: Long Rest Tavern is a management simulation game where players operate their own establishment in the franchise universe.
Instead of controlling adventurers like Minsc in Baldur’s Gate 3, players will manage a tavern in the Dalelands region of Faerûn. The goal is to build a successful business by serving food and drinks, hiring employees, decorating the establishment, and otherwise participating in its more cozy management features. There’s more to Long Rest Tavern than simply running an inn, though, as players can also send adventurers on quests. These expeditions involve dice rolls and different outcomes depending on the characters involved, bringing some familiar Dungeons and Dragons mechanics into the experience.
Long Rest Tavern also promises familiar faces from the wider Dungeons and Dragons universe, although Minsc and Boo are among the few recognizable characters identified so far. It’s uncertain to what extent Minsc will feature in the game, but he is set to appear alongside others. There’s certainly potential for other Baldur’s Gate 3 companions to appear, but no additional returning characters from Larian’s RPG have been confirmed.
For now, Minsc’s appearance in Dungeons and Dragons: Long Rest Tavern is confirmed, but the extent of his involvement remains unclear. Given the game’s focus on welcoming adventurers, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him visit the tavern alongside Boo, although players will have to see how much interaction the pair actually receives. The game is currently scheduled to launch on Steam in 2027, with no exact release date announced.
