Highlights
Baldur's Gate 3 is teasing a major update that will include performance improvements, tweaks, changes, and updates to Origin Character epilogues.
The initial update for Baldur's Gate 3 was already substantial, encompassing numerous fixes and balance modifications for classes and races.
Devoted fans have been providing valuable feedback on enhancing the game, suggesting improvements such as refining the companion recruitment process and incorporating additional incentives for choosing Evil options.
Baldur's Gate 3 is teasing a significant upcoming update for the popular RPG, hinting at changes to Origin Character epilogues and more. Since its release, Baldur's Gate 3 has achieved immense success, with a high number of concurrent players on Steam, reaching nearly 900,000 just two weeks after launch. Larian Studios is now hinting at an impending major update for Baldur's Gate 3.
Despite being launched in early August, Baldur's Gate 3 has already received a substantial update, addressing numerous bugs and providing balance adjustments for the game's diverse playable classes and races. This colossal Patch 1 update was so extensive that its patch notes exceeded Steam's character limit. Now, the developer suggests that the next update could be equally substantial.
The official Larian Studios Twitter account has hinted at a significant update for Baldur's Gate 3 called Patch 2. The update is expected to bring substantial performance enhancements and various adjustments similar to those in Patch 1. Additionally, Larian Studios plans to modify the Origin Character epilogues based on feedback from fans. However, no release date has been announced for the launch of Patch 2. Excitement for this update has grown among fans who have also expressed their opinions on how to improve the game, such as addressing the recruitment of Minthara, a popular companion, and enhancing the rewards for Evil choices in the game.
Baldur's Gate 3's early success has sparked discussions among both Larian and fans about the game's future. According to Larian Studios executive Tom Butler, potential DLC for Baldur's Gate 3 is being considered. Fans have already expressed their desires for new areas, such as Avernus, and the inclusion of cut spells from the game's initial release. With its already immense popularity, Baldur's Gate 3 appears to have a promising future as an RPG.
Currently, Baldur's Gate 3 is available for PC, and a PS5 version will be released on September 6th, followed by an Xbox Series X version in late 2023.