I disagree with the concern that this will backfire. I think there are plenty of old school Baldur's Gate fans (like myself) who understand that this is an entirely different game and love it for that. If I want to play BG 1 and 2 I can go do that. I'm super excited to play 3 for the style it is. Variety is a win! And as an old school player who's been following the BG story (including playing the Descent Into Avernus bridge between BG2 and BG3) im extremely excited to continue the story!