Larian Studios embarked on the development of Baldur’s Gate 3 in 2016, initially with a limited team focused on crafting the game’s storyline and design. The early access version was released in 2020, and following a three-year period of updates, the game achieved its full launch in 2023, earning acclaim as one of the finest RPGs available.
Final Major Patch Released
Recently, Larian Studios marked a notable milestone by launching the “final major game patch,” known as Patch 8, now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Mac, and PC. This patch concludes the addition of new content, as future updates will concentrate solely on maintenance and bug fixes.
In a blog post, the studio stated, “We’ve told our stories the way we needed to tell them, and tried our best to make them impactful and engaging…” highlighting their commitment to quality and ongoing improvement.
Patch 8 Features
Patch 8 introduces several exciting features, including:
- New Magic Mirror option for character appearance changes
- Honour Mode for players seeking an additional challenge
- Enhancements to romance interactions with companions
- New cinematics for various game paths
- Support for player-created mods
- Cross-play functionality across platforms
- Photo Mode for capturing in-game moments
- Twelve new subclasses
Cross-play stands out as a significant enhancement, allowing players on different consoles to join forces. However, all players must use the same version of mods to maintain compatibility, and PC users must ensure that only console-compatible mods are utilized when playing with console counterparts.
Guides and Resources
For those needing assistance, Larian Studios has provided instructional video guides to help users navigate the new features, including a specific guide for the Photo Mode, which can be found on their official channels.
For detailed insights and a comprehensive list of adjustments in Patch 8, players can refer to the full patch notes available through Larian’s official website.