Larian Studios has unveiled details about Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8, the game’s final significant update. This update, set for release in 2025, will introduce exciting features such as crossplay, a photo mode, and 12 new subclasses, significantly expanding the RPG experience. Here are major updates coming in Bladur’s Gate 3 Patch 8.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8: All You Need to Know
Crossplay and Multiplayer Enhancements
With Patch 8, Baldur’s Gate 3 will implement cross-platform multiplayer, allowing players across PC, Mac, Xbox, and PlayStation to seamlessly join games. Using the Larian Network, players can create crossplay lobbies, invite friends from different platforms, and access multiplayer progression across all systems.
Photo Mode: Creativity Unleashed
The highly requested Photo Mode will enable players to capture stunning in-game moments with an array of options. From customizable camera angles and lens settings to filters, frames, and stickers, this feature lets adventurers get creative. Options for character poses, facial expressions, and even cinematic adjustments provide endless possibilities for capturing the perfect scene.
12 New Subclasses: Expanding Role-Playing Options
Each of the game’s 12 base classes will receive a new subclass, enhancing customization and gameplay. These subclasses bring fresh abilities, animations, and homebrewed elements:
- Bard – College of Glamour: Charm enemies and empower allies with Mantle of Inspiration and Majesty.
- Barbarian – Path of Giants: Gain immense strength with Giantโs Rage and dominate with powerful throw attacks.
- Cleric – Death Domain: Wield necromantic magic, including corpse explosions and the Toll the Dead cantrip.
- Druid – Circle of Stars: Transform into Starry FormsโArcher, Chalice, or Dragonโfor diverse strategies.
- Paladin – Oath of the Crown: Protect allies with Divine Allegiance and lead battles with Righteous Clarity.
- Fighter – Arcane Archer: Combine magic and marksmanship, banishing foes and blinding enemies.
- Monk – Drunken Master: Use alcohol to recover Ki, disorient foes, and deliver devastating strikes.
- Ranger – Swarmkeeper: Command swarms like bees or moths to deal damage and even teleport.
- Rogue – Swashbuckler: Embody pirate-like agility with moves like Fancy Footwork and disarming enemies.
- Sorcerer – Shadow Magic: Excel in darkness with Shadow Walk and summon the Hound of Ill Omen.
- Warlock – Hexblade: Forge magical pacts to summon cursed weapons and raise defeated enemies.
- Wizard – Bladesinging: Blend swordplay and magic with the elegant Bladesong ability.
Modding and Beyond
Although Patch 8 marks the end of major updates, Larian remains committed to supporting the modding community. With official mod tools launched in September, over 3,000 mods have been created, downloaded more than 70 million times. The studio plans further enhancements for modders, enabling players to craft their own narratives within the Baldurโs Gate 3 universe.
Stress Test and Bug Fixes
Ahead of the patchโs full release, a stress test will roll out on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation in early January. Larian aims to identify and address potential issues while refining the gameโs cinematics, visuals, and bug fixesโeven ensuring details like Shadowheartโs hair dye remain intact during romantic cutscenes.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is now available for 20% off on PS Store, Steam and GOG. The game is released on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, GeForceNow, Mac and PC.
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