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Aug 4
Community Update #35 Baldur's Gate 3 Turns Two
Baldur's Gate 3 - SaloAtLarian

Happy birthday, gang! 

Baldur's Gate 3 turns two - hard to believe, isn't it?

It feels like only yesterday we were streaming our launch-day Panel From Hell from a cathedral in Ghent and earning a TikTok ban in the process for our druidic love crimes.

But time flies. Two years later, Baldur’s Gate 3 has grown into something far beyond what we could have ever imagined back then - it’s become a shared universe shaped just as much by your imaginations as ours. You've embraced the characters, rewritten the rules, and made the world your own - and it’s been a joy to watch.

Swen’s shared words couldn’t ring more true, and while we’ll spare you our soppy sentimentality, because of Baldur’s Gate 3 and your love for the game, we can now bring you a whole new craziness that we hope you will love just as much.

So let’s celebrate the story so far with the only thing more powerful than magic: cold, hard stats.

2 Years of Baldur’s Gate 3

Since the introduction of mod support in September 2024, you’ve uploaded over 8,500 mods to http://mod.io and hit 265 MILLION mod downloads (of which, over 250,000 of all downloads are Withers Big Naturals by the way - we just thought you’d like to know.). 

We love seeing what you create, and the recent Modathon held by The BG3 Modding Community last month was no exception. 

The month-long community-run modding event saw 85 mod authors create over 160 new mods that have been downloaded over 150,000 times! Whether you’ve been hankering for an ability that lets you feed Gale his own magically enchanted underwear, or a pair of wearable whittled duck earrings, you can check out the full list of mods available in-game by clicking here or filtering the search with the Modathon filter option. A big congratulations to everyone involved, from the organisation to the achievements awarded!

You’ve raised the bar with every mod, and we want to match that energy. That’s why we’re working on expanding the official toolkit to give you even more freedom. More on that soon! In the meantime, tag us in your creations @larianstudios and share your creations with us in the official Larian Studios Discord server!

Baldur’s Gate 3 In Numbers

After celebrating the big numbers last year, we’re sharing some of the smaller stats, because honestly, does size really matter? Check out the rare achievements and the even rarer choices that you’ve been making in-game.

With the way you keep asking about goblin romance, we’d have expected more of you to rescue Sazza from all her predicaments, just saying.

Approach with caution, there may be spoilers ahead!

Of the half a million masochists brave heroes who finished the game in Honour Mode, a few of you decided to go about it in creative ways: 

We released Patch 8 (The Final Patch) in April this year, bringing you both cross-play, a photo mode, and 12 new subclasses, which we can only assume sparked many an argument between friends about whether Shadowheart gives Life Cleric or Death Cleric vibes (turns out the results are balanced, like all things in life and death).

Photo Mode Creations

We’re happy to see you’ve used your new tools for good, evil, rabbits, and butts. There were too many creations for us to show off, but we still wanted to share our recent favourites!

Missed out on what was included in BG3’s Final Patch? Check it out over here!

Now that’s a real Dragonborn. Posted to Reddit by u/Rhoken

The creation of a very bad dragon. Posed to X by MoaksMg

Contemplating whether tentacles would be worth it. Posted to Tumblr by ruby-cloud

Just out of reach. Posted to the Larian Studios Discord Server by Tauri

Hey look, it’s the Lord of Bones. Posted to Reddit by a user who has requested to remain anonymous, how very mysterious.

Daughter of Darkness. Posted to X by zzenerva

A weary respite. Posted to the Larian Studios Discord Server by swat1793

Just a baby. Posted to the Larian Studios Discord Server by chaosfahrer

Larian Streams

Have you ever wondered how we at Larian would go about playing our very own Dark Urge?

Well, wonder no further, you’re cordially invited to take up the role of the devil on Aoife Wilson’s shoulder, ask our dev guests questions about their creative processes, and relive the chaotic vibes of Panel From Hell.

Catch up on what we’ve been up to so far by watching the video below!

Join us every Wednesday at 2pm BST as we try to survive, maim, and kiss our way to Baldur’s Gate:

https://www.twitch.tv/larianstudios

Larian at PAX West 

And last but not least: we’re returning to PAX West this September (Seattle, we love to see you), complete with Larian castle, merchandise, cosplaying party, and Baldur’s Gate 3 stations and Divinity Original Sin: The Boardgame demos! 

When: Aug 29 – Sept 1, 2025

Where: Seattle Convention Center (Arch Building & Summit Building)

Swing by and say hi!

We hope to see you there! Until then, look after yourselves and we’ll talk soon.

Jul 31
Room Temperature Fix #33 Now Live!
Baldur's Gate 3 - SaloAtLarian

Hello friends, how art thou?

While Patch 8 may have been the last major game update as we head into development on our next game, we’re still very keen to ensure you can enjoy the best possible Baldur’s Gate 3 experience

Which means we’re still fixing things, and although more cold than hot, today’s hotfix introduces fixes for some game crashes that had been plaguing us, and finally tackles the slightly ominous character portraits and lag being experienced when navigating the radial menu with a controller.

There’s also good news for modders in today’s update. If you’ve been struggling to publish larger mods and run into the ‘A task was cancelled’ error, you should now find this resolved! 

Missed out on what’s new on Patch 8? Read all about it here.

FIXES

EULA

Modding

  • Increased the timeout when trying to publish large mods to help prevent the 'A task was cancelled.' error.

Crashes and Performance

  • Fixed a potential crash when using the Set Slot option in the radial menu.

  • Fixed a potential crash related to combat.

  • Fixed a crash that could occur after failing a particular Arcana check in Moonrise Towers.

  • Fixed a bug causing the game to freeze when hovering over skills on the Action Radial Menu.

  • Improved some UI jitteriness on controller when dropping below 75 FPS.

  • Fixed a long freeze that could occur on Xbox when levelling up.

  • Fixed a potential crash related to the Trade UI.

  • Fixed a potential crash on Xbox when resuming the game after suspending it.

  • Fixed a potential crash on the 'Press A to continue' screen on Xbox.

  • Fixed a bug preventing you from loading savegames due to corrupted data.

Gameplay

  • Fixed a softlock on split screen where if Player 2 disconnects while Player 1 is in an active dice roll during a dialogue, Player 1 would get stuck in the dialogue.

  • Fixed a bug causing the Lunar Vitality condition to get repeatedly and rapidly added and removed from characters in Starry Form.

  • Fixed a bug causing the Shadow Curse condition to be repeatedly applied and removed when a druid uses their Starry Form as their only light source.

  • Fixed the Private Dialogue on/off toggle during dialogues, which wasn't working on multiplayer games using the controller UI.

  • Told the Dark Urge, everyone's favourite amnesiac, to stop talking about people 'back home' (you don't know where that is yet, bestie) and spoiling the game by mentioning their 'father', among other silly notions, in their overhead dialogues.

  • Fixed a bug causing effects triggered by Rage: Wild Magic to remove themselves after Level 9.

  • Fixed a bug preventing Hexblade warlocks from using the Accursed Spectre and Armour of Hexes reactions after removing a Polymorphed condition.

  • Crawling Claws' Necrotic Claws now only does additional damage on hit and not on miss.

  • Fixed a rare bug that would block mouse input after a dialogue.

  • Fixed an issue preventing you from sending game invites or joining a cross-play lobby via the Xbox Guide.

  • Fixed a bug preventing you from joining a platform lobby via an invite on your platform after playing a cross-play game.

Photo Mode

  • Fixed the Highlights setting not working on controller.

UI and Tooltips

  • Fixed, probably this time really maybe, the weird character portraits.

  • Fixed a typo in the Giant's Rage condition tooltip that indicated the wrong damage bonus.

  • The scrollbar on the Mod Details page of the Mod Browser no longer moves at a snail's pace when you're using a controller.

  • Fixed some missing icons for certain Bardic Inspiration passives.

  • Fixed the Donate UI ('Consumable Items') not letting you donate stacked items.

Art and Animation

  • The Gloves of Power no longer get all stretchy-looking when worn by male dwarves who have the Chain Shirt +1 equipped.

  • Recovered the Help animation for Ranger's Companions.

May 20
Community Update #34 - Connecting With Cross-Play & Hotfix #32
Baldur's Gate 3 - SaloAtLarian
As we celebrate the final major patch for Baldur’s Gate 3, we have nothing but gratitude for all the support you've shown along the way. While this marks the end of one chapter, it's also the beginning of an exciting new journey ahead - and we can't wait to share more with you soon.

In the meantime, we’re here to help you get comfy with Patch 8, from enabling cross-play with friends across platforms to choosing the perfect new subclass for your next adventure. To help make your travels around the Sword Coast as delightful as possible, Hotfix #32 is also going live today, where we’re tackling some crashes and performance issues. Check out the hotfix notes below!

Hotfix #32

Game Version: 4.1.1.6848561

MODDING

Toolkit
The update to the toolkit will begin rolling out later today
  • Fixed a potential crash caused by entering invalid control characters when renaming or creating resources.
GAME

Crashes and Performance
  • Fixed a crash when changing input mode while launching a multiplayer game.
  • Fixed a crash on Xbox cross-play when suspending the game while transitioning between regions.
  • Fixed a crash when playing on split-screen with DLSS on Vulkan.
  • Fixed some potential crashes and performance issues as a result of auras trying to apply themselves to items that can't have auras.
New Subclasses
  • Fixed a bug causing Starry Forms to be removed by the Shadow Curse.
Gameplay
  • Fixed a bug on multiplayer where the client's avatar would appear invisible until they moved around.
  • Fixed a bug causing the game world and the Main Menu background to appear black after you return to them from Character Creation.
Cross-Play
  • Fixed a bug letting you enable cross-play and invite players while running a non-cross-play session. If you want your friends to join you in an existing campaign, you'll need to make sure the save you want to use has cross-play enabled. Find out how by reading on below!
UI and Tooltips
  • Fixed some developer text appearing on the Upcast Bonus tooltip when upcasting Shadow Blade.
  • Fixed a bug causing the latest savegame to get deleted instead of the currently selected one if you quickly spam the delete button.
  • Fixed the 'Enable' button being greyed out in the Mod Verification window while using a controller.
  • Made sure the Direct Connect option doesn't show up in the cross-play settings, where it is not possible to use.
Art
  • Half Plate Armour +2 having missing material for male halflings and causing clipping on female gnomes.

Cross-Play - A Brief How-To Before You Begin

Enabling Cross-Play and Adding Friends

If you’re looking to play with friends across the pond, first things first, we need to get you all set up by having everyone in your party link their preferred platform account to their Larian Account.

You can do this by going to https://larian.com/account/connected and connecting your account. Easy so far, right? Once that's done, it's time to make sure your party all have cross-play enabled in the game settings.
  1. Select "Options" on the Main Menu
  2. Under the Gameplay tab, scroll down until you see "Allow Cross-Play"
  3. Check the box
Now you need to add your friends on the Larian Network so you can invite them to play.
  1. From the Main Menu, log in using the "Larian Account" button on the bottom right
  2. Once you're logged in, click "Manage Account", again on the bottom right of the Main Menu
  3. Select "Friends List"
  4. Give your friend a nudge and ask them to send you their Larian Account username
  5. Click on "Add Friends" and enter their username
  6. Send them a friend request
Hosting, Creating, and Joining a Cross-Play Lobby

If you want your friends to join you in an existing campaign, you'll need to make sure the save you want to use has cross-play enabled.
  1. Select "Load Game" on the Main Menu
  2. Select the savegame you'd like to enable cross-play on, and enable cross-play using the "Cross-Play" checkbox
  3. Load the savegame
  4. Once in your save, navigate to "Multiplayer" and invite your friend
Want to start a new game with your party? Create a cross-play multiplayer lobby:
  1. Select "Multiplayer" on the Main Menu
  2. Select the “Cross-Play” tab
  3. Select “Create”
  4. Invite your friends
  5. Customise your options and select “Launch”
To join another player in multiplayer via cross-play:
  1. Select "Multiplayer" on the Main Menu
  2. Select the “Cross-Play” tab
  3. Join the other player’s lobby
  4. If you or the host are using mods and there are any discrepancies, the Mod Verification window will open to inform you of which mods need installing, uninstalling, or updating
Don’t forget that if you’re playing on PC with a modded save and have friends on console or Mac joining you, you’ll need to make sure that the existing savegame doesn’t have more than 100 mods, and that the mods enabled are available to console and Mac players. You can check this by looking for the “Available on Mac and Console” filter option in the Mod Browser, or checking to see whether this tag is listed on the mod's Mod Details page.

If visual guides are more your thing, we’re back with another in-depth video on accessing cross-play! Check it out below.



Join the Official Larian Discord Server

Fancy starting a new campaign with total strangers? Say less. If you’re not already on our Discord server, get yourself there and check out the LFG channel, where you can meet more people across different platforms who are looking to start their next playthrough.



New Subclasses: To Be Or Not To Be
If you’re still struggling with which subclass to pick for your next run, we’re going back to the basics to help you choose.

Path of the Giant Barbarian

Available to choose from Level 3, these Barbarians draw their strength from the fury of the giants, allowing them to increase their size as well as their physical strength. A good one to choose if you feel called to kick your enemies off a ledge, or, you know, throw a bewildered companion at them.

College of Glamour Bard

Also available from Level 3, College of Glamour Bards are taught their art by the fey, making them the perfect choice for those who see themselves as superstars, captivating and entrancing audiences. Step in to defend your allies with your undying Charm, and use that voice of yours to Command and control enemies.

Death Domain Cleric

Time to die indeed. These Clerics draw their faith from the forces of death - both those that cause it and those that raise and puppet the undead. Looking to add a bit of darkness to your playthrough? Go for the Death Domain Cleric and you can blow up nearby corpses and impale everyone around them, straight from Level 1.

Circle of Stars Druid

If the twinkling lights draw you in at night, then the Circle of Stars Druid could be the subclass for you. Their powers come from the constellations, where they choose to embody the stars rather than fur and flesh. From Level 2, you’ll be able to assume a Starry Form, granting new abilities and bonuses to combat and healing.

Arcane Archer Fighter

Available to choose from Level 3, Arcane Archer Fighters show you how archery is done when a little magic is involved. This style of combat, created by the elves, sees you shooting arrows of arcane energy where having good aim isn’t a necessity. Someone annoying you? Stick ‘em with your Banishing Arrow and send them to the Feywild.

Way of the Drunken Master Monk

Responsibly obtained at Level 3, these Monks hide skillful hits beneath a stumbling exterior. Regain Ki by consuming alcohol, a skill we’re sure many of us wish we had, before punching your enemies drunk and hitting them with Sobering Realisation, dealing Psychic damage and sobering them back up.

Oath of the Crown Paladin

Complete with a fancy new starting armour at Level 1, the Oath of the Crown binds a Paladin to uphold civilisation and order, deal with the consequences of their actions, and keep their word. Definitely not a subclass for someone who can’t stay committed. You’ll need to be careful about the promises you make and keep your focus on supporting and protecting allies.

Swarmkeeper Ranger

If you prefer the safety of groups, then Swarmkeeper Ranger is the one for you. At Level 3, these Rangers are called to ally themselves with the less fluffy creatures in nature, gaining the creatures' power in return. You can summon a flurry of moths that deal Psychic damage, a cloud of jellyfish that deal Lightning damage, or RELEASE THE BEES.

Swashbuckler Rogue

Ideal for those who can’t stop themselves responding with “aye” and “arr” in any conversation, the Swashbuckler Rogue subclass adds combat with a piratical flair. Play dirty from Level 3 by whipping sand out of your pocket to blind your enemies, or jump in and out of combat before your enemies can even react.

Shadow Magic Sorcerer

Dark and gloomy more your vibe? Try the Shadow Magic Sorcerer, who draws their magic from the Shadowfell at Level 1. Besides giving you immaculate goth vibes, you will be able to teleport between shadows and summon a Hound of Ill Omen to surprise and trap your enemies. You’ll be able to grow your very own cult with these bad boys, who, once attacked, will splinter into multiple versions of themselves.

Hexblade Warlock

Having struck a contract with a sentient weapon also originating from the Shadowfell, you will start the game with a bound weapon - a Hexed Sickle, Hexed Maul, or Hexed Flail - that curses your targets. Once your cursed enemies are killed, you can have them rise as Accursed Spectres, slicing your enemies in a flurry of scythes and allowing you to syphon their health. Great for roleplaying the grim reaper, if you’re into that.

Bladesinging Wizard

A fan of pointy objects and magic casting? Bladesinging Wizards follow a technique that claims its name from the ringing of a blade as it’s unsheathed, gracefully leaping and slashing between enemies. At Level 2, you’ll be able to choose this subclass and attack with your Bladesong, building up to a Bladesong Climax, unleashing damage upon your enemies and healing your allies. Nice.

If you’re still stuck on what to roll next, don’t forget to check out our video breakdown!

Community Content - The Artist Is Present
If any doubt remains that games are art, it can only come from those who haven't witnessed the unearthly beauty of a perfectly captured Photo Mode screenshot. We’ve selected a few especially creative pieces for you to check out below, alongside some truly awesome artwork based on our final animated short in collaboration with Spud Gun Studios - which, if you haven’t watched yet, you should.


Posted to X by @DPLaoag


Posted to Reddit by u/Eyrika


Posted to X by @Ggyeoly27


Posted to Reddit by u/Grubbs2000


Posted to X by @CYMK_8


Posted to Reddit by u/HuliGaani


Posted to Tumblr by mantis-on-a-table


Posted to Discord by Khaz


Posted to Tumblr by sosadandsilly




Posted to X by @QueenOfTriforce


Posted to Discord by Holofaye

Larian: Channel From Hell

Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or just really engrossed in all that’s new with Patch 8, in which case, we’ll let you off), you might’ve noticed our new weekly stream schedule!

Each Wednesday from 1pm UTC, you’ll find our Senior Communications Developer, Aoife Wilson, adventuring in Baldur’s Gate 3, sometimes with special guests. We’re dilly-dallying a Dark Urge run currently, where bards have been slain, and where you voted to kick the squirrel.

Join us tomorrow on Twitch and catch up on the latest streams here!
May 14
Hotfix #31 Now Live!
Baldur's Gate 3 - SaloAtLarian
Hey everyone,

Been tripping hard? It’s not you, it’s us. (Probably.). Today’s hotfix aims to tackle the kaleidoscope of colours that appear when changing locations, as well as various other bugs that have made their way into the game.

We’re still fixing a few things, and will continue to release small hotfixes addressing bugs in the game. Please report any issues with our Support Team.

Missed out on what’s new on Patch 8? Read all about it here, and tune into today’s stream as our Dark Urge run continues over on Twitch from 1pm UTC!

MODDING

Toolkit
  • Fixed a potential crash when loading a level without a required mod and then loading with the required mod.
GAME

Crashes and Performance
  • Fixed a crash when hovering over certain items in the inventory or while trading.
  • Fixed trippy, high-saturation graphical artefacts appearing in-game, often when teleporting using waypoints.
New Subclasses
  • Hexblade warlocks can now replace a spell at Level 2 like the other warlock subclasses.
  • Immutable Form now reacts to Arcane Shot: Banishing Arrow.
  • The Fancy Footwork passive now also works even if you miss.
  • Vaprak's Greed now takes into account Human Versatility and increases carrying capacity accordingly by another quarter.
  • Arcane Shot: Grasping Arrow can now also damage Flying targets when they move.
  • Removed the Long Rest indicator on the Accursed Spectre passive tooltip.
  • Dazzling Breath now correctly applies the spellcasting ability modifier when an enemy succeeds its Saving Throw.
  • Dismissing Wind Walk and Gaseous Form will no longer also remove your Starry Form.
  • The Shadow Blade no longer shows an empty tooltip when you examine the item while upcasting.
  • Fixed a bug causing Shadow Blade to lose properties when other conditions are removed. This could cause, for example, the blade to lose any bonus damage when Concentration is broken.
  • Piercing Arrow's overall damage is now also reduced by half rather than just the bonus damage.
  • Curving Shot will now only target enemies and not neutral parties. (This could cause neutral parties to, then, naturally, also become your enemies.)
  • Fixed a bug allowing Sneak Attacks to be triggered on Dirty Trick: Sand Toss.
Gameplay and Scripting
  • Removed some defunct dialogue that mistakenly made it into Minthara's Speak with Dead dialogue in Patch 8.
  • Fixed an issue preventing you from waking up if you Long Rested while Shadowheart was killed outside of camp after deciding her parents' fate.
  • The recast of Cloudkill at Level 6 is now accurately marked as Level 6 instead of Level 5 in the UI.
  • Fixed a bug preventing you from moving corpses into containers on the controller or split screen UI.
  • Fixed a multiplayer bug where the Traveller's Chest belonging to the client wouldn't show up in the Basement (Blighted Village) camp in Act I.
  • Fixed the Illusory Double invoked with Invoke Duplicity appearing to lack equipment and armour.
  • Fixed a bug where if you had Scratch summoned and then travelled to a new region, he would be dismissed once the new region loaded and, as a bonus, appear dead in your party line.
  • All barbarian Rages now correctly gain 3 damage bonus, instead of the previous 2, for objects thrown in a Rage once they hit Level 9.
  • The movement-based Booming Blade condition will no longer apply to inanimate objects that can't move on their own anyway.
Photo Mode
  • Fixed Wild-Shaped boars and cats not paying proper attention to the 'Look at Camera' option.
  • Fixed a 'FileSystem error' potentially triggering for users who use non-Latin Windows user accounts when trying to save a screenshot using Photo Mode.
UI and Tooltips
  • Fixed inconsistent damage values on the Booming Blade tooltips at higher levels.
  • Fixed a bug causing certain skill tooltips to not appear when you hover over them unless you pin them.
  • Fixed a Twitch extension bug causing the overlays to disappear on Twitch as soon as you click on them.

Apr 30
Hotfix #30 Now Live!
Baldur's Gate 3 - SaloAtLarian
Hey everyone,

A small hotfix is now rolling out, bringing multiple cross-play fixes and patching up some instances of crashing. Certain betentacled individuals will now be more amenable to having their picture taken – give us a smile, petal!

While Patch 8 was the last major patch for Baldur’s Gate 3, we will continue to release small hotfixes addressing bugs in the game. If you have come across any issues, please make sure to report them to our Support Team.

Missed out on what’s new on Patch 8? Read all about it here!

MODDING
  • Fixed an incorrect 'Missing XAML' error message showing up in the main menu after deleting mods and switching input mode from keyboard and mouse to controller.
  • Fixed Mod Manager reports coming through to mod authors from seemingly anonymous users, even if those users were logged in properly.
  • Fixed a scrolling issue on the Mod Details page on mods with lots of tags.
GAME
Gameplay and Scripting
  • Fixed the wrong range on Divine Allegiance – it now triggers within standard melee range as indicated in the tooltip.
  • Fixed an issue with the way the Gloves of Battlemage's Power interact with dual-wielded weapons.
  • Fixed a bug causing paladins to lose their Auras after a Long Rest.
  • The War Priest attack will no longer disable if the character moves before attacking.
  • Tavern Brawler no longer adds a damage bonus to Elemental Cleaver's elemental damage in Honour Mode.
  • Fixed a bug where, if you told the goblins at Moonrise Towers to sacrifice themselves, the subsequent cinematic wouldn't play correctly and the goblins would become uninteractable.
  • Fixed a bug preventing camera movement with WASD while Shift is pressed.
  • Polearm Clout now properly gains bonuses to its weapon damage from various sources.
  • Weapons bound using Pact of the Blade or Hexblade now properly use the Charisma modifier for the Polearm Clout attack.
  • Magical Ambush, Skilled Skullduggery, and Lethal Concealment no longer keep disappearing while sneaking.
  • Recasting Cloudkill after upcasting it to Level 6 will now cast the correct upcasted version. Also fixed the upcasted Cloudkill visuals.
  • Updated Shadow Blade to only give Advantage to melee weapon attacks made while the Shadow Blade is equipped.
Cross-Play
  • Fixed a bug where the client would get stuck in a loading screen when attempting to join a cross-play lobby uninvited.
  • Fixed a bug letting you enable cross-play and invite players while in a non-cross-play session if you accessed the settings via the escape menu.
  • Fixed a bug letting users try to join the lobby in the friends panel before the lobby list was updated.
  • Fixed an issue causing cross-play hosts to get stuck at 0% loading if a client joins the game while the host is in the cinematic after Character Creation.
  • Added a timeout that will bring you back to the main menu if your attempt to join a cross-play game fails.
  • If your connection is interrupted on PC and you get the 'Online features are disabled' message, your online session settings will now be disabled as indicated. This mimics the existing flow on consoles.
  • Improved the handling of network disconnections for cross-play.
  • Made username character limits consistent across platforms.
Photo Mode
  • Fixed the 'Highlights' setting not working properly on consoles.
  • Fixed the 'Mirror' option on Photo Mode appearing in English across the localised versions of the game.
  • Fixed a bug preventing you from selecting Tavflayer or Karlachflayer in the Photo Mode settings.
New Subclasses
  • Kills made while drunk as a Way of the Drunken Master monk now count towards the Punch Drunk achievement. It's only fair.
  • Updated the description for the Shadow Infusion condition tooltips, which still had developer text in them.
  • The chance to inflict Hexblade's Curse on a hit no longer increases every time the Warlock uses Bind Hexed Weapon.
  • Circle of the Stars druids can now gain the additional Wild Shapes (Deep Rothé, Panther, Owlbear, Dilophosaurus).
UI
  • Fixed the Bonus Action icon missing on controller tooltips for some players with modded games.
  • Fixed the 'Choices Pending!' message showing up during Character Creation after disabling a mod related to colour choices when randomising a character's appearance.
  • On controller, briefly delayed the cursor selection on mods in the Mod Verification window until the list of mods has properly loaded.
  • Fixed some missing Action Resource icons when pinning tooltips on controller.
  • Prevented switching between controller and keyboard and mouse when the game is already switching.
  • Fixed the Spell Slot resource not showing up on tooltips in the Prepare Spells tab during Level Up.
  • Fixed a UI bug caused by opening the Action and Menu radials at the same time.
  • Fixed the Surge Accuracy tooltip not linking out correctly to the Action Surge tooltip.
  • Fixed the Quickened Mage Hand tooltip not linking out correctly to the Mage Hand tooltip.
  • Fixed the tooltips for instruments missing information.
  • Fixed a bug on controller where the selection box around tooltips would be larger than the tooltips themselves.
Performance
  • Fixed some input delays on PS5 split-screen when both players are editing their Dream Guardian.
  • Fixed a performance issue on M4 Macs causing stuttering in crowded areas.
  • Fixed the game window freezing on Mac when launching the game without an internet connection.
Launcher
  • Sending a report through the Larian Crash Reporter no longer deletes the files containing your saved settings.
Audio
  • Fixed the Shadow Blade SFX looping itself.
Animation and Cinematics
  • Fixed lovely Buthir's arms getting glued to one spot during gameplay.
  • Fixed a bug in a dialogue with Kagha at the Emerald Grove where she would glide across the ground on teeny tiny legs.
Crashes and Blockers
  • Fixed a crash when switching from controller to keyboard and mouse after selecting 'Venture Forth'.
  • Fixed a potential blocker in some savegames where, somehow, an Aura was stored in the savegame without a valid cause.
  • Fixed a potential crash when dragging corpses' portraits onto the Party Line.
  • Fixed a potential crash when immediately activating a controller during game startup.
  • Fixed a potential crash related to multiplayer.
  • Fixed a potential crash when launching on Vulkan on Snapdragon devices.
  • Fixed a potential UI-related crash.
  • Fixed a potential crash related to the dialogue UI.
Apr 15
The Final Patch: New Subclasses, Photo Mode, and Cross-Play
Baldur's Gate 3 - Larian Community Team
Patch 8 is now live! For the full patch notes, please click here.

Well folks,

This is it. Our final major game patch for Baldur’s Gate 3.

You’ve helped us make BG3 a bigger success than any of us could’ve ever hoped for, and that passion could keep us tweaking things and making changes until the end of time. But then we’d never be able to create something new.

Outside of minor bug fixing, Patch 8 will be the last game patch to introduce new content. That means we won’t be adding any new narrative content or significant changes to storylines, Origin characters, or companions. We’ve told our stories the way we needed to tell them, and tried our best to make them impactful and engaging, and we’re continuing to get better at handling our own chaos so that we can continue to create more chaos in the future.

From the start, your feedback has been incredibly important to us, and will continue to shape our future projects. As Swen said during the Baldur’s Gate 3 retrospective panel at PAX West in August of last year, it’s time for the team to go back to our cave and hang the armour on the wall while we focus on bringing you our next project.

If you’re already feeling nostalgic, you can click here to watch our last Baldur’s Gate 3 panel, where we looked back on Baldur’s Gate 3, from early access through to release, and answered some of your questions.

From patching in a way to change your appearance with the Magic Mirror, introducing Honour Mode for those of you looking for a hard time, and giving you new ways to make out with your romanced companion, to new cinematics for your most evil runs, and handing you the tools to create your own supported mods, Patch 8 now rounds off with cross-play, Photo Mode, and 12 new subclasses for you to enjoy.

To help us close the door on our last major patch, the party are back with their final animated short in collaboration with Spud Gun Studios - with a special appearance by the man in metal himself: Swen in his animated debut!



Patch 8

Now let’s talk about what's new with our final patch!

Steam Trading Cards

Baldur’s Gate 3 now supports Steam Trading Cards! And you thought you’d never get them.
Collect the unique trading cards to craft badges, and unlock exclusive profile backgrounds and emoticons to use anywhere on Steam! Speaking of Steam, Baldur’s Gate 3 is now on sale with 20% off until April 21st:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1086940/Baldurs_Gate_3/

Cross-Play

Players on PC, Mac, Xbox, and PlayStation 5 will now all be able to enjoy Baldur’s Gate 3 multiplayer, with full cross-platform progression and cross-play.

Using the Larian Network, you can now join and create cross-play lobbies to take on your adventures together.

Cross-Play & Mods

You’ll be able to continue to enjoy creating chaos with mods in cross-play, but it’s important to note that all players joining the lobby must have the same version of mods installed. When joining a host’s game, you’ll be prompted with the Mod Verification window to enable, upgrade, downgrade, or install any missing mods.

If you are a PC player creating a cross-play lobby, keep in mind you can use the “Available on Console & Mac” tag to browse mods that will be compatible with consoles and Mac, and that the mod limit on consoles is 100. Third-party mods cannot be used on consoles.

Using Cross-Play

First things first, make sure everyone has their platform account connected to their Larian account. You can do this by going to https://larian.com/account/connected and connecting your account.

Once that's done, it's time to make sure cross-play is enabled by following these steps:
  1. From the Main Menu, select "Options"
  2. Under the Gameplay tab, scroll down until you see "Allow Cross-Play", and check the box
Add friends to your account by:
  1. Clicking the "Account Management" icon from the right-hand side of the Main Menu screen
  2. Select Friend List
  3. Click on "Add Friends" and enter their username
  4. You can then send them a Friend Request
For more details on how to add friends, please click here. 

If you want your friends to join you in an existing save, you'll need to make sure the save you want to use has cross-play enabled. 
  1. To check this, go to Load Game from the Main Menu
  2. Select the save game you'd like to enable cross-play on, and look for the check the box to enable cross-play
  3. Load the save game 
  4. Once in your save, navigate to Multiplayer and invite your friend!
You can also create a new cross-play multiplayer lobby by following these steps: 
  1. Access Multiplayer
  2. Select “Cross-Play”
  3. Select “Create”
  4. Customise your options and select “Launch”
To join another player in multiplayer via cross-play:
  1. On the main menu, select “Multiplayer”
  2. Select the “Cross-Play” tab
  3. Join the other player’s lobby
  4. If you or the host are using mods and there are any discrepancies, the Mod Verification window will open to inform you of which mods need installing, uninstalling, or updating
Get started with cross-play by following our video guide, and check out this article for more details.

Photo Mode

Position and pose your party, play around with camera settings, and whack a few stickers on there. Photo Mode is now yours to explore with Patch 8!

Getting Started

To test out Photo Mode, toggle it on or off by pressing down on both analog sticks if on console, or by pressing F9 if on PC. You can also enable Photo Mode by clicking on the Photo Mode icon on the HUD minimap.

Exploring Camera Settings

When you’re adventuring with your party, you’ll be able to alter their positioning and try different facial expressions and poses, while making the most of the camera, lens, and scene settings, even during combat encounters.

While you won’t be able to change the position of your party or camera angle during dialogues and cinematic scenes, you will still be able to enjoy a range of post-processing effects, including colour-grading settings, frames, and stickers.

Photo Mode & Modding

Speaking of stickers, Photo Mode already includes more than 300 stickers, but keen modders out there will be able to create and upload their own via the BG3 Toolkit!

Your Photo Mode Creations

We’ve been loving the Photo Mode shots you’ve been submitting during the stress test, and thought they deserved to be shared!


Submitted by Yve Flynn in the Larian Studios Discord Server.


Submitted by Nyxxy in the Larian Studios Discord Server.



Submitted by Daz in the Larian Studios Discord Server.


Submitted by bg3ishwondergoth in the Larian Studios Discord Server.



Submitted by red_dragon_bish in the Larian Studios Discord Server.


Submitted by Puriti in the Larian Studios Discord Server.

Finding Your Screenshots

Capture your favourite moments forever and find them saved in your respective media galleries for Xbox and PlayStation, and in C:\Users\[username]\Documents\Larian Studios\Baldur's Gate 3\Screenshots for PC, or ~/Pictures/Larian Studios/Baldur's Gate 3/Screenshots for Mac.

We know budding photographers will already be plotting the ways in which you can take photos of your companions in compromising positions, so if you’re looking for some tips and tricks to get started using Photo Mode, check out the video below!

https://youtu.be/4yi2vSeU054?si=mTzYIX_PXWRPIv-K


New Subclasses

One new subclass for each playable class is now available, featuring new abilities, animations, VFX, unique summons, powerful cantrips, and voiced dialogue for the Oathbreaker Knight for those playing as the Oath of the Crown Paladin subclass!

Packed with new ways for you to play, whether you want to roleplay the God of Thunder by using Elemental Cleaver, imbuing your Path of the Giant Barbarian’s hammer with shocking damage and flinging it out for it to come back to you, or as a drunken monk, with truly homebrewed abilities that will enhance your next playthrough, there’s surely a subclass for you!

  • Path of the Giant Barbarian
  • College of Glamour Bard
  • Death Domain Cleric
  • Circle of Stars Druid
  • Arcane Archer Fighter
  • Way of the Drunken Master Monk
  • Oath of the Crown Paladin
  • Swarmkeeper Ranger
  • Swashbuckler Rogue
  • Shadow Magic Sorcerer
  • Hexblade Warlock
  • Bladesinging Wizard
Unlocking The New Subclasses

Each new subclass can be selected once you have reached the level required to unlock it. This varies depending on your chosen class. Check out the table below to see when subclass selection becomes available for each class!

Level
Class
Level 1
Cleric, Sorcerer, Paladin, Warlock
Level 2
Druid, Wizard
Level 3
Barbarian, Bard, Fighter, Monk, Ranger, Rogue

Larian: Channel From Hell

For a more detailed breakdown of each subclass and to help you settle into Patch 8, check out the videos in the below playlist. While this might be our final major patch, it’s certainly not the last time you’re going to hear from us! Tune into Twitch tomorrow to watch our first live stream hosted by Aoife Wilson, featuring a guest appearance from Senior Systems Designer, Ross Stephens, where we’ll be taking a closer look at Patch 8, including the new subclasses!

There will be more to come as we welcome you behind the scenes of Baldur’s Gate 3, sharing some secrets and introducing the developers who helped make it, with a new stream every Wednesday from 1pm UTC. Hopefully that’ll keep you occupied until we can reveal what comes next… we promise we’ll share more on that when we can.



Baldur’s Gate 3 Modding

Baldur’s Gate 3 Toolkit

As well as Patch 8, the Baldur’s Gate 3 Modding Toolkit is receiving an update, which means mod authors will now be able to explore partial level editing! Whether you fancy creating your own NPC, dropping a metric ton of carrots across every existing level just for the sake of it, pledging your undying love to Shadowheart by turning all wolves into bunny rabbits or by moving them to the House of Hope, you’ll now be able to use the Toolkit to add or override certain template types in existing levels.

Partial level editing means that what you won’t be able to do with the official Baldur’s Gate 3 Toolkit is add dialogues or change the static parts of the world like buildings, scenery or terrain. You can, however, create your own interactive objects like a chest that teleports away every time you get close to it - no one will touch your belongings ever again! Including you. Or you could make a salami statue that you can put in your pocket. The world truly is yours.

Modding Guidelines Update

To support the new realm of possibilities with the latest Toolkit update, we have now updated the modding guidelines with new information, and will continue curating mods for console. As part of this update, we have reviewed technical requirements, and unfortunately, mods that introduce new playable races are unable to be curated for console. If you’re a mod author, we suggest giving the guidelines a read by clicking here.

UI Functionality Improvements

We have been continuing to work closely with mod authors to ensure there are fewer conflicts between game mods and new patches, particularly for those that have ImpUI as a dependency. While the ImpUI mod isn’t currently being maintained, to help keep things running smoothly and to support the creative passion of those in the modding community, we’ve introduced minor changes to how some functionalities are handled in the Toolkit. Now, mod authors will be able to make changes directly for mods that rely on UI tweaks during Character Creation.

The changes now supported natively in the Toolkit include:

  • Action Resources
  • Racial spells at LevelUp
  • Race passives
  • UI scrolling for Heads, Passives, Equipment, Class, Subclass, and Origin selection
  • Feat passives
  • Radial customisation and descriptions
Thank you to Djmr for their incredible work on this mod and for keeping in contact with us while we resolved the conflicts and introduced this functionality, as well as Caites, both who have been particularly helpful, and whose names now lie firmly in the Baldur’s Gate 3 game credits, along with the mod authors who have been helping us test Toolkit functionality!

Mods In Patch 8

As Patch 8 begins to roll out, please remain patient and respectful of those in the community who put work into creating their mods. Some things might not work immediately after a new update and it might take a little while before a mod can be updated. If you can’t wait to dive in but are worried about your mod list, we recommend starting a new playthrough to enjoy the new subclasses and to try out photo mode.

Patch Notes

Along with the new additions, Patch 8 also tackles a range of bugs, like fixing Shadowheart’s penchant for hair dye while skinny dipping, Cerys will stop getting involved in combats with Minthara from across the region, and we’ve resolved an issue with the moving platform in the Gauntlet of Shar that has accidentally proven harder to survive than, well, the actual Gauntlet of Shar.

HIGHLIGHTS
  • Photo Mode
  • 12 brand new subclasses – one for each class, including: Path of the Giant Barbarian, College of Glamour Bard, Death Domain Cleric, Circle of Stars Druid, Arcane Archer Fighter, Way of the Drunken Master Monk, Oath of the Crown Paladin, Swarmkeeper Ranger, Swashbuckler Rogue, Shadow Magic Sorcerer, Hexblade Warlock, and Bladesinging Wizard
  • Cross-play
  • Xbox Series S split screen
Gameplay
  • Fixed containers inside inventories not scattering their contents when they get destroyed, which could potentially lead to key quest items getting lost for good.
  • Fixed an issue where picking up items from the ground in multiplayer could then block movement via the controller stick.
  • Fixed the Wild Shape: Panther's Prowl action and Prowling condition not working correctly.
  • When you succeed a Perception check, the spotted item will now ping on the minimap and be listed in the combat log.
  • Fixed an issue where the special abilities of some of your allies weren't properly provided at the end of the dialogue with them at High Hall.
  • Scrolls and potions inside unlocked containers in your party inventory can now be used when rolling in dialogues.
  • Neutral and friendly NPCs will no longer become hostile when, outside of combat, they walk into surfaces created during combat that trigger passives (like electrified surfaces triggering Thunderbolt Strike). Take it easy, lads.
  • Fixed Freecast being reset when any condition is applied.
  • Fixed characters getting stuck when pathfinding via a ladder that's already in use by another companion.
  • Fixed a bug with the moving platform in the Gauntlet of Shar that would sometimes leave you behind, causing you to plummet to your death.
  • The Self-Same Trial in the Gauntlet of Shar will now offer a proper challenge to those using modded classes.
  • Fixed an error when joining a game via a friend invite on Xbox.
  • Fixed War Magic being active before Extra Attack, forcing the player to use a bonus action before getting access to other Extra Attacks.
  • Eldritch Knights now properly use free Extra Attacks before their War Magic attack.
  • Fixed Valiant Damage not triggering properly.
  • Fixed an issue with Shadow Blade spells and the Knife of the Undermountain King dagger not granting Advantage against an obscured target.
  • Fixed a bug where moving the controller sticks in specific directions wouldn't register any input.
  • Fixed Jhannyl's Gloves not correctly triggering the Defy Villainy passive that casts Lesser Restoration.
  • Updated Elemental Weapon to allow all damage types at all spell levels and include upcast benefits at Levels 5 and 6.
  • Examining in-world surfaces with the 'Pin Tooltip' keybind now correctly displays the tooltip.
  • Fixed a bug causing keyboard input to block if you spam the Level Up button and the Esc key.
  • Fixed a potential blocker causing mouse input to get disabled when clicking an enemy's portrait as they die.
  • Fixed a blocker when a follower or summon used the Scrying Eyes in the Iron Throne.
  • Fixed a blocker when you tried to use any item while your character was Knocked Down.
  • Fixed the game freezing when dragging items while trading or bartering.
  • Fixed a multiplayer issue where the host would get a black screen for 15 seconds when transitioning to a crime dialogue.
  • Fixed an Honour Mode issue at High Hall where all party members would die when reaching the top of the stem if anyone in the party was being dominated by an enemy, causing a Game Over.
  • Fixed the skiff at the Morphic Pool sometimes appearing in the wrong spot or floating in the air.
  • Fixed body type 1 duergar incorrectly receiving halfling stats instead of dwarf stats.
  • Fixed Gimblebock getting stuck if his attack triggered a Reaction.
  • Fixed characters not being able to pick up any items if an invalid pickup request was, somehow, stored in the savegame.
  • Fixed a bug causing non-Dark-Urge avatars to say Dark Urge lines. You're not all obliged to be wretched things with headaches.
  • Fixed a bug where difficulty and game settings wouldn't save properly when adjusted after experiencing a Game Over in Honour Mode.
Combat
  • Fixed an issue causing neutral NPCs to trigger combat for seemingly no reason.
  • Cerys will stop getting involved in combats with Minthara from across the region. An eager beaver no longer.
  • Fixed a bug causing damage riders to be added multiple times in Honour Mode.
  • Fixed Sneak Attack not activating for actions that spawn additional projectiles, like Curving Shot.
Modding
  • Fixed an issue causing you to get stuck at a 0% loading screen when attempting to join a multiplayer session that uses mods.
  • The Mod Verification window will now trigger regardless of where the request to connect to a multiplayer game is coming from.
  • Replaced the third-party mod warning with clearer messaging.
  • Fixed a mod issue preventing some modded classes and subclasses from levelling up.
  • Fixed a bug causing the Mod Verification window to appear empty and preventing you from closing it if you get a warning about insufficient storage before it opens.
  • You can now navigate between the left and right columns of the Installed tab in the Mod Manager with a controller.
  • Improved Character Creation functionality for modded games.
  • The Mod Verification window will now also appear on PC for console-related mod issues to account for cross-play.
Performance and Options
  • The Steam Deck's default FSR setting is now FSR 2.2 on 'Quality'.
  • Fixed the ruleset selector not appearing on the 'Alter Custom Mode' screen when accessing the ruleset settings via the multiplayer lobby.
  • Improved server performance in the Adamantine Forge.
Scripting and Flow
  • With 12 new subclasses arriving in Patch 8, we’ve rechecked some achievements, including ensuring the armed version of Stunning Strike no longer counts as an unarmed attack for the Fists of Fury achievement, and its unarmed variant now does.
  • Monks' Unarmed Strike bonus action now also correctly counts toward the Action Surge achievement.
  • Fixed an issue where you could tell Astarion that Gandrel has been looking for him even if Gandrel refused to tell you the name of his prey.
  • Fixed a savegame issue where you wouldn't get the appropriate amount of Umbral Gems for the Gauntlet of Shar.
  • Halsin will now show up to your camp in Act II as long as you saved him, even if you happened to skip the celebration with the tieflings at camp.
  • Minthara now comments on the Emperor's reveal.
  • Reminded Minthara that 'knocked out' does not mean 'dead', so she'll more reliably appear in Moonrise Towers.
  • You can no longer teleport out of Moonrise while controlling Minthara unless you tell her to stay put.
  • Minthara is now willing to talk to you after you tell her to wait in the torture chamber.
  • Minthara no longer gets stuck babysitting Thaniel in Act II.
  • Fixed an issue where you could talk about Art Cullagh as though he's alive even if he isn't.
  • Your character will no longer think Shadowheart is dead if she isn't when talking to Viconia.
  • Characters who were in a relationship with Gale when he sacrifices himself in the endgame to defeat the Netherbrain will now receive a tonally appropriate (read: lovey-dovey) letter that was missing.
  • Fixed a dialogue issue preventing Avatar Gale from talking about the orb to Lae'zel after consuming a magic item.
  • You should no longer be able to ask Shadowheart about her Shar worship after recruiting her at the Goblin Camp if you don't know about her faith.
  • Shadowheart's wound flare during the Arabella scene in the Emerald Grove will not be considered to have triggered when Shadowheart wasn't present in the dialogue.
  • Fixed various Background Goals that weren't triggering.
Animation
  • Added dance animations for some creatures that didn't have it, like ettercaps, kobolds, and harpies.
Art
  • Fixed an issue causing the Flaming Fist armour to clip and generally freak out a bit.
  • Fixed some clipping and textural issues with the Barbarian starting armour when worn by body type 1 gnomes.
  • Fixed the Cleric starting armour bouncing around a little too much when worn by body type 1 characters.
UI
  • Discovered and available (non-hostile, alive, etc.) traders are now shown on the world map regardless of how far away you are from them.
  • Fixed button or keyboard shortcut inputs in the UI sometimes not working.
  • Fixed some Reaction tooltips like Divine Allegiance not showing some values correctly in the description.
  • Fixed a bug causing the UI to lock up when rapidly switching between keyboard and mouse input and controller input.
  • Fixed a bug where opening the Main Menu on controller wouldn't automatically select the 'Resume' option at the top of the menu.
  • Fixed a bug where you'd have to deselect your current passive when respeccing a character before selecting a new one. Now, you can just click the new one.
  • Mentioned the damage that Corrosive Spit deals in its condition tooltip.
  • Updated the names of the condition tooltips for the Dilophosaurus wild shape's Corrosive Spray spell, adding 'Dissolving' and 'Dissolved' for clarity.
  • The Tides of Chaos passive tooltip now correctly states that it only works for ability checks.
  • Updated the Lifedrinker tooltip to match functionality; it does not require Pact of the Blade.
  • Rephrased the Hexblade's Curse tooltip to prevent the technical text '+ProficiencyBonus' from appearing in Character Creation and Level Up.
  • The Acolyte of Nature passive tooltip now shows up in the Character Sheet as
  • Fixed the controller UI not accurately showing when you're logged into your Larian Account, which could cause cross-play connection issues.
  • Fixed the multiplayer session manager panel not populating properly for players that connected while the panel was open.
  • Fixed a bug where if a user tried to join your session while you were filling out a user report, cancelling the request would close the report window in the background instead of cancelling the request.
  • Fixed the body type slider sometimes skipping through a choice on controller.
  • Fixed the 'No savegames available.' message showing up in the background while the game is loading the list of saved games on controller.
  • Updated the credits to include developers who have worked on the game since release, playtesters, moderators, and Baldur’s Gate 3 Toolkit testers. Also updated the order of the voice actor credits to prioritise larger roles at the top.
  • Fixed a bug causing an empty text-input panel to pop up and block gameplay.
  • Fixed an '%%% Empty' passive feature appearing for rogues during Character Creation.
  • Fixed a 1-frame glitch where swapping between two party members' Inventories would briefly show the first character's equipment in the inventory of the second character.
  • Fixed the tooltips for the combat log not consistently appearing on controller even if you have the tooltips toggled on.
  • Fixed a bug preventing you from pasting special characters into the password form when logging into your Larian Account.
  • The filters in the multiplayer lobby now filter properly.
  • Fixed the generic icon for some passive features missing from their tooltips in the Character Sheet.
  • Fixed visual issues with the white translucent VFX that appears over portraits in the Party Line, caused when dragging one character's portrait over another's.
  • Fixed the character tooltips that appear beside character portraits on the Party Line not showing up correctly on hover.
  • Fixed a tooltip bug while trading where hovering over any equipped item would display a faulty tooltip, but trying a second time would magically fix it. The tooltips now populate correctly the first time around.
  • Fixed a bug causing the sliders in the Gameplay options to autoscroll continuously when the left stick is flicked to the left or right.
  • Fixed an issue causing the game to freeze for a second when switching between two characters with the Character Sheet open.
  • Fixed a bug on controller preventing you from scrolling through the spells in the Replace Spell UI when levelling up.
  • Fixed the footwear slot in the Character Sheet deciding to just not show up.
  • Fixed the ‘Venture Forth’ text shaking during Character Creation while the button is held down on controller.
Sound
  • Added a new spot where the easter egg song plays. Happy hunting!
  • Restored some of the original music from the scene with Ansur before its rework.
Cinematics
  • Shadowheart has agreed to stop repeatedly changing her hair colour during certain intimate moments.
  • Tidied up and improved some cinematic animations for characters of different heights if you kiss during the evil ending.
  • Fixed the VO getting cut off prematurely for githyanki and drow characters entering the Shadow-Cursed Lands for the first time.
Writing
  • Fixed a duplicated dialogue option and the wrong version of another dialogue option appearing in Minthara's main party dialogue.
Multiplayer
  • Fixed a crash on the client's end when a local host attempts to start split screen.
  • Fixed a bug preventing you from logging back into your Larian Account after losing internet connection.
  • Fixed a bug preventing a host from inviting a client whose game is suspended to the multiplayer lobby. The client would instead get a persistent 'Please wait...' message.
  • Fixed an issue causing random session time-outs and disconnects for multiplayer clients.
  • Fixed a loop on PS5 that would keep taking you back to the PlayStation Plus upgrade screen if you try to join a lobby without permissions.

For the full patch notes, please click here.


Jan 28
Community Update #33 - Patch 8 Stress Test Now Live
Baldur's Gate 3 - Larian Community Team
Hiya hiya,

If you want to stay in the loop on all our news and updates, we’re now shouting into the void from even more corners of the internet. You might have noticed our slumbering BlueSky account is dusted off and now active. Then our Community Team took the next most natural step and joined Tumblr - because if the gang are going to star in a thousand slow-burn romance fics, we might as well be there to see it.
In other news, some of you on PS5 might have accidentally stumbled into Patch 8 a little early - whoops! If you’re one of the few wondering what the heck is going on, don’t worry. You can roll back to Patch 7 by deleting and reinstalling the game. Full details here, click away. Think of it as a time-travel mechanic.

And with that, the Patch 8 stress test is in fact now live for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC!

If you’ve registered to take part on either PlayStation or PC, look out for an email from us with your game code and details on how to access the stress test.

If you’ve registered through the Xbox Insider Programme, the Baldur’s Gate 3 Stress Test application is now live in the Xbox Insider Hub, for you to download! For more details on this, please click here.

To learn more about how to set up a cross-play lobby and discover the bug fixes arriving in Patch 8, please read on!

Cross-Play

During the Patch 8 stress test, Xbox, PlayStation, and PC players will be able to test out cross-play by either creating or joining a lobby.

If you want to try out cross-play with your friends on other platforms and have now been given access to the stress test but your friends haven’t, you can request extra Patch 8 stress test keys for PlayStation and Steam (PC) by heading to: https://larian.com/account/connected and linking your game account with your Larian account.

Check out the handy video below for a step-by-step on getting set up with cross-play!



After enabling cross-play from the multiplayer online settings, you’ll be able to either create or join your own cross-play multiplayer lobby. Head to the Multiplayer menu, select Cross-Play and create your lobby!

For the Patch 8 stress test, we recommend that console players host a cross-play lobby if wanting to play with a PC player.

You can add friends using the Larian Network by clicking on the + icon from the Create Lobby screen during cross-play set-up. Enter their Larian account username and send the request! Once they have accepted it, you will be able to view them online and invite them to your lobby.

Playing with mods during cross-play:

While we recommend that console players host a cross-play lobby, if you're looking to join a modded PC lobby, the PC host must have less than 100 mods installed on that save and only include mods that are accepted on console and Mac, which are indicated by the “Available on Mac and Console” tag when browsing available mods. Otherwise, a mod mismatch will be detected, and you will not be able to join the host’s game.

Xbox Series S Split-Screen Co-Op

Wanting to play multiplayer a little closer to home? Patch 8 will also bring split-screen to Xbox Series S consoles! If you’re joining the stress test from an Xbox, you’ll be able to try this out early.
Register For The Patch 8 Stress Test

The stress test is now live, and if you’ve already registered on either PlayStation or PC, access details will be sent to your email inbox. If you’re playing on Xbox, you’ll need to download the Xbox Insider Hub App to become an Xbox Insider and join the playtest from the app.

If you haven’t signed up yet, you can still register your interest by clicking on the banner below!



Please note: Access will be granted in waves throughout the testing period. Registering your interest through the web form does not guarantee you will be given access.

Patch 8 Highlights

While some of you will get to try out Patch 8 for yourself, starting today, here’s just some of what you can expect with Patch 8 once it is ready for release!
Highlights
  • Photo mode
  • 12 new subclasses
  • Cross-play
  • Xbox Series S split screen
Gameplay
  • When you succeed a Perception check, the spotted item will now ping on the minimap and be listed in the combat log.
  • Fixed an issue where the special abilities of some of your allies weren't properly provided at the end of the dialogue with them at High Hall.
  • Scrolls and potions inside unlocked containers in your party inventory can now be used when rolling in dialogues.
  • Neutral and friendly NPCs will no longer become hostile when, outside of combat, they walk into surfaces created during combat that trigger passives (like electrified surfaces triggering Thunderbolt Strike). Take it easy, lads.
  • Fixed Freecast being reset when any condition is applied.
  • Fixed characters getting stuck when pathfinding via a ladder that's already in use by another companion.
  • Fixed a bug with the moving platform in the Gauntlet of Shar that would sometimes leave you behind, causing you to plummet to your death.
Combat
  • Fixed an issue causing neutral NPCs to trigger combat for seemingly no reason.
  • Cerys will stop getting involved in combats with Minthara from across the region. An eager beaver no longer.
Modding
  • Fixed an issue causing you to get stuck at a 0% loading screen when attempting to join a multiplayer session that uses mods.
  • The Mod Verification window will now trigger regardless of where the request to connect to a multiplayer game is coming from.
  • Replaced the third-party mod warning with clearer messaging.
Performance and Options
  • Fixed the ruleset selector not appearing on the 'Alter Custom Mode' screen when accessing the ruleset settings via the multiplayer lobby.
  • Improved server performance in the Adamantine Forge.
Scripting and Flow
  • Fixed an issue where you could tell Astarion that Gandrel has been looking for him even if Gandrel refused to tell you the name of his prey.
  • Fixed a savegame issue where you wouldn't get the appropriate amount of Umbral Gems for the Gauntlet of Shar.
  • Minthara now comments on the Emperor's reveal.
  • Reminded Minthara that 'knocked out' does not mean 'dead', so she'll more reliably appear in Moonrise Towers.
  • You can no longer teleport out of Moonrise while controlling Minthara unless you tell her to stay put.
  • Minthara is now willing to talk to you after you tell her to wait in the torture chamber.
  • Minthara no longer gets stuck babysitting Thaniel in Act II.
  • Fixed an issue where you could talk about Art Cullagh as though he's alive even if he isn't.
  • Your character will no longer think Shadowheart is dead if she isn't when talking to Viconia.
  • Characters who were in a relationship with Gale when he sacrifices himself in the endgame to defeat the Netherbrain will now receive a tonally appropriate (read: lovey-dovey) letter.
  • Fixed a dialogue issue preventing Avatar Gale from talking about the orb to Lae'zel after consuming a magic item.
UI
  • Discovered and available (non-hostile, alive, etc.) traders are now shown on the world map regardless of how far away you are from them.
Cinematics
  • Shadowheart has agreed to stop repeatedly changing her hair colour during certain intimate moments.
  • Tidied up and improved some cinematic animations for characters of different heights if you kiss during the evil ending.
Writing
  • Fixed a duplicated dialogue option and the wrong version of another dialogue option appearing in Minthara's main party dialogue.
Patch 8 will bring a multitude of fixes for various crashes and blockers, combat bugs, scripting and flow issues, and more. The full patch notes will be shared once Patch 8 goes live!

Reporting Bugs During The Stress Test

Internal playtesting has been ongoing for several weeks now, and thanks to the introduction of photo mode in Patch 8, our playtesters have discovered new means to highlight some interesting issues.



While we don’t expect you to showcase every unexpected bug you run into (please, don’t do that), we would be grateful if you could report any issues you experience in the Patch 8 stress test using the existing bug reporting form. Please make sure to state “Patch 8” in the Game Version field!

Known Issues

As the Patch 8 stress test is a work-in-progress build, we’re aware of some issues, and have listed the ones relevant to the new features coming in Patch 8 below!

Modding
While it’s our hope that supported mods remain mostly unscathed with Patch 8, this stress test also helps us understand how your mods interact with the latest patch and identify any issues ahead of release.
  • ImpUI users may find that radial descriptions aren’t visible, and some menu options don’t work as intended. If you are joining us for the stress test, we recommend creating a new save or loading an existing save that does not use ImpUI or any mods that use ImpUI as a dependency.
Photo Mode
  • Photo Mode becomes visually corrupted when using Vulkan.
Cross-Play & Multiplayer
  • Some lines in the cross-play settings aren’t fully localised.
  • Players in a multiplayer lobby can lose movement input after picking up an item.
UX
  • Some keyboard hotkeys and controller buttons may stop working after trading with merchants.
Gameplay
    Gale refuses to eat his magical items, even after requesting them.
Keep an eye out for updates during the Patch 8 stress test as we continue working on fixing these issues!

Sharing Your Experience

We want to know how you get on with Patch 8, so we have created a short form for you to share your experience with us. If you’ve been accepted into the stress test, look out for the link in your access email!

And with that, we’ll catch you next time.

Jan 16
Community Update #32 Get Ready For The Patch 8 Stress Test!
Baldur's Gate 3 - Larian Community Team
Good news, everyone! It’s January. The world has finished another lazy rotation around the Sun, and as you’re gazing into the murky horizon of 2025 like a groundhog in search of Spring, we’re hard at work to bring you your next excuse to return to Faerûn.
Patch 8 is still moving along nicely, but before we let you in on the upcoming stress test to try your hand at breaking things, we’re adding some finishing touches and working with our partners to ensure you can fully test cross-play. We hope to let you into the Patch 8 stress test towards the end of this month.

Today’s community update is here to remind you of what’s arriving in our final major patch and uses the upcoming photo mode to celebrate some of the creations you’ve shared with us during our journey together. Someone grab the tissue, it can’t really be the end, can it?

Try Out Cross-Play With The Patch 8 Stress Test
Imagine a world, healed from all its pain, where Xbox, PlayStation, and PC gamers can finally be free of the barriers that once separated them. Finally, in Patch 8, no matter what platform, we can all come together in BG3 and unite in what matters: kissing weird guys and heaving goblins off cliffs.

During the Patch 8 stress test, registered Xbox, PlayStation, and PC players will be able to test out cross-play by either creating or joining a lobby and inviting friends through the Larian Network. With such a large technical feature being implemented, we’re keen to see how you get on with cross-play during the stress test so that we can make any small changes before Patch 8 is released!

While cross-play with Mac will be available from launch, unfortunately, Mac players won’t be able to take part in the stress test this time.

Register Now

If you’ve not yet signed up to take part in the Patch 8 stress test to help test things out, you can still register your interest by clicking on the banner with the handsome feller below!

Want to join the stress test from an Xbox? You’ll need to download the Xbox Insider Hub App to become an Xbox Insider and join the playtest from the app once the stress test begins to go live.



Please note: Access will be granted in waves throughout the testing period. Registering your interest through the web form does not guarantee you will be given access.

Arriving With Patch 8

The final major patch for Baldur’s Gate 3 is right around the corner and will deliver several hotly anticipated features, including cross-play, photo mode, and 12 new subclasses, which you can read more about in Community Update #30.

Incoming Bug Fixes

Along with the new features, we’re continuing to clean up animation pops, clipping, and have fixed bugs, including the likes of:

  • Fixed a savegame issue where you wouldn't get the appropriate amount of Umbral Gems for the Gauntlet of Shar.
  • Fixed an issue causing you to get stuck at a 0% loading screen when attempting to join a multiplayer session that uses mods.
  • Your character will no longer think Shadowheart is dead if she isn't when talking to Viconia.
  • Halsin will now show up to your camp in Act II as long as you save him, even if you happen to skip the celebration with the tieflings at camp.
  • Improved performance in the Adamantine Forge.
  • Minthara will now comment on the Emperor's reveal.
  • Cerys will stop getting involved in combats with Minthara from across the region. An eager beaver no longer.
  • We’ve also reminded Minthara that 'knocked out' does not mean 'dead', so she'll more reliably appear in Moonrise Towers.
  • Fixed companions' lines getting cut off prematurely after Gale sacrifices himself alone at the end of the game.
  • Fixed a bug preventing Wyll from commenting on Astarion holding a blade to your throat during Astarion's recruitment dialogue by the beach.
  • Barcus is no longer Mike Wazowski'd by various items like cauldrons and bottles blocking him off from view when you talk to him at Last Light.
In-Game Mod Manager Improvements
  • Removed the third-party mods warning and replaced it with clearer messaging.
  • The Mod Verification window will now trigger regardless of where the request to connect to a multiplayer game is coming from.
With plenty more fixes to be included! And don’t worry, this isn’t the end of our bug fixing.

New Subclasses

Soon there will be 12 new ways to experience Baldur’s Gate 3 - a new subclass is being added for each of the 12 classes in the game, complete with new VFX and animations that we teased in Community Update #31.

You’ve got to try out all of them, right?


When they tell me not to touch the uranium.

Photo Mode

Patch 8 also introduces photo mode, so get ready to smile for the camera, or if you’re like Karlach, stare into the middle-distance as you contemplate all your past mistakes.



While you’re adventuring around the Sword Coast, you’ll be able to toggle photo mode on or off and play around with a multitude of options for the party you’ve brought along with you, including during combat encounters. Position them to your liking, change facial expressions to fit the scene, and play around with the camera, lens, and scene settings.

During dialogues and cinematic scenes, you won’t be able to alter the camera or position your party, but you will have access to a whole bunch of post-processing effects, such as colour-grading settings, frames, and stickers, that can be used whether you’re tottering around Baldur’s Gate, or kissing your beloved.

To give you a taste of the poses available in photo mode, we’re paying homage to some of your finest memes, moments, and masterpieces. Check them out below, and be sure to drop by the original creator’s work to show your appreciation!


Get you a druid who can do both. Posted on Reddit by u/bwubwerr.


Blade of Frontiers by day, nap enthusiast by initiative order. Posted on Reddit by u/Sporshie.


Even the Astral Plane can’t save you from the midweek grind. Artwork illustrated by mintcrows on X.


This will look great over the fireplace in our pocket dimension. Posted on Reddit by u/NightwingMage.


Sweet dreams and all that. Posted to Tumblr by quacaserous.


While Patch 8 won’t allow you to romance a water elemental, you can do whatever is happening here.


The bearer of bad news. Posted to Tumblr by cyberth0t.


Thanks, Elminster. Posted to Reddit by u/grellskendyr.


Don’t worry, they’ll jump down as soon as you head on back up. Posted to Tumblr by lookitsstevie

But at least she looked cute doing it, right? Posted to Reddit by u/urielopos


A true critical success. A frame from the iconic animation created by 예이헴yayhem.

We’re looking forward to seeing the creativity you’ll bring once you get your hands on Patch 8!

Minimum Specifications

With Patch 7 introducing more features to Baldur’s Gate 3, and now with Patch 8 on the horizon, we have adjusted our minimum specification for Mac players. For your game to run smoothly, we recommend updating to macOS 14 (version 14.7.1) or later. If you’re running a system that cannot update to these specifications, you can continue playing Baldur’s Gate 3 up to Patch 6, by changing which game version you’re loading.

To do this:
  1. Right Click on Baldur’s Gate 3 from your Steam Library and select Properties
  2. From the left-hand side menu, select Betas
  3. Use the Beta Participation drop-down option to change the beta branch to release_patch6_hf9
You will be able to continue playing saves made on Patch 6.

100 Million Mod Downloads

We’re entering 2025 with more than 100 million mods downloaded! Give yourselves a pat on the back, because that is a very nice number.

The team is also back to our regular cadence of curating mods for console, so be on the lookout for more mods being approved soon!

Dec 20, 2024
Community Update #31 - Patch 8 Stress Test - Register Now!
Baldur's Gate 3 - Larian Community Team
Howdy gang,

One last update to share with you before we leave you to your tryptophanic rest this holiday season.

It’s been a banner December here for Larian. Last week, you helped us take home the Best Community Support award for the second year running. Then you nominated us for the Labor of Love category in the Steam Awards 2024. And we aren’t slowing down.

Much like a certain jolly elf and his industrious band of shorter elves, Swen and team are hard at work putting the finishing touches on the Patch 8 stress test build - set to go live in January. Read on to find out how you and your friends can take part!

We’re also winding down on mod curation for consoles during the holidays, which will resume as normal once we return refreshed in the new year! (If you’re unsure about the process involved in bringing mods to consoles and the guidelines we must follow, you can check out our latest video with Aoife by clicking here!)

And if you haven't dug into our official Advent Calendar yet, you're missing out on daily puzzles, new art and wallpaper inspired by Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin, instrumentals from BG3 composer Borislav “Bobby” Slavov, and a festive poem read by none other than Amelia Tyler - in which she offends all your poetic senses by rhyming “Northdark County” with “Tim Downey”.



Baldur’s Gate 3 Now On Sale

Give the gift of cross-play, and prepare your friends for Patch 8 with Baldur’s Gate 3 now on sale with 20% off across Steam, GOG, PlayStation, and Xbox!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1086940/Baldurs_Gate_3/

Patch 8 Stress Test
Available to players on Steam PC, Xbox, and PlayStation, you can now register to take part using the form linked below.

What are we looking to learn from the stress test?

A stress test aims to do exactly what it sounds like; rigorously test the latest game version to detect any instability or gameplay issues before Patch 8 releases. With your help, we’ll be able to keep an eye on any funny business.

Cross-Play

Bringing cross-play to a game the size of Baldur’s Gate 3 has been no easy task, and we want your help to test-drive this new functionality.

Share the stress test registration link to summon your friends and settle in for a cross-play campaign, or head to the Larian Studios Discord Server to look for a group to play with.

Patch 8 & Supported Mods

Supported mods should remain free of issues, however, this stress test is also a great opportunity to monitor how these mods interact with the new features Patch 8 introduces.

Discord Channels & Your Experience

Should you wish to take part, you’ll be able to submit responses in our feedback form to help us make any small tweaks and adjustments before Patch 8 is released. We’ll also have testing channels open in the Discord server, where you can call upon our Community Team for guidance installing the stress test and share information about your experience playing with Patch 8!

How can I take part in the stress test?

Whether you’re playing Baldur’s Gate 3 on PC, PlayStation, or Xbox, you now have the opportunity to register your interest to take part in the Patch 8 stress test!

Once you register, look out for a future email with details on how to access the stress test. The process will vary per platform, so please make sure all the details you’re submitting are correct.

Joining us from an Xbox? You’ll need to download the Xbox Insider Hub App to become an Xbox Insider and join the playtest from the app.

Please note: Registering your interest does not guarantee access!

Playing With Friends

For friends on a different platform, let them know the stress test is happening and share this link so that they can also register!

Ready? Click on the image below to sign up.



Patch 8 Stress Test FAQ

Q: Can anyone participate?
A: Unfortunately, GOG and Mac players won’t be able to join us for this one.

Q: How do I register my interest to join the stress test?
A: To register your interest, please follow this link: https://larian.com/stress-test-register


Q: How do I register if I am an Xbox player?
A: If you’d like to join the Patch 8 stress test from your Xbox console, you’ll need to register for the Xbox Insider Programme and download the Xbox Insider Hub App. Look out for further announcements from us to know when the stress test is live!

Q: Can I stream or share footage/images from the stress test?
A: Feel free to post about your experience on social media, but please let your audience know you’re showcasing playtest footage. You know, in case there are any weird bugs. Want to deck out your stream with some BG3 overlays? Download them here!

Q: Will everyone gain access to the stress test on day one?
A: Access will be rolled out in waves, however, please note that registering your interest in the stress test does not guarantee access.

Q: Will my save games from the stress test work with Patch 8?
A: We cannot guarantee that save games created during the stress test will remain compatible with the actual patch 8 release.

Q: Why do I need to give my location for a PlayStation code and not for other platforms?
A: Playstation operates regional stores so the code you receive needs to be region specific in order to properly function. For other platforms we can issue uniform codes globally.

Divinity Original Sin I, Now 90% Off

Not ready for your adventure to end? Pick up the award winning Divinity: Original Sin Enhanced Edition, now on sale with 90% off until January 2nd.

Take on foes in the turn-based combat you know and love, and explore a world that reacts to who you are and the choices you make, while you fight to rid the world of those who use the foulest of magics.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/373420/Divinity_Original_Sin__Enhanced_Edition/

Happy Holidays!



Got this far and still have no idea what we’ve been talking about? Check out our last community update for details on what’s coming with Patch 8, including 12 new subclasses, photo mode, and cross-play!

Now rest up, we’ll see you next year.

With love,
Larian
Dec 3, 2024
Nominate Baldur’s Gate 3 for Labor Of Love in the Steam Awards 2024
Baldur's Gate 3 - SaloAtLarian
Hello friends,

It’s that time of year again, nominations for the Steam Awards 2024 are now underway!

Should you feel like nominating Baldur’s Gate 3 in the Labor of Love category this year, we thought we’d offer a little look back at what we’ve been doing over the past 12 months.

With two new major game patches bringing continued improvements, including numerous new ways to kiss your beau, encouraging you to be naughty with new evil ending cinematics, and a custom ruleset mode to customise your gameplay experience, we also handed you the keys to creation with the Baldur’s Gate 3 Modding Toolkit, while bringing modding to console players as well.

And we’re not done yet! In case you missed it, head over to our latest Community Update to learn more about what’s coming to Baldur’s Gate 3 in 2025, including Cross-play, Photo Mode, and 12 new subclasses!

This is all possible thanks to your support and passion. So if you feel like throwing some extra love our way, we would be honoured to be your nominated game in the “Labor of Love” category in the Steam Awards.

Thank you, we’ll be seeing you again real soon!
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