The Ultimate Guide to Baldur's Gate 3: Unveiling the Exclusive 3-Month Release Window for Xbox Fans

Highlights

Baldur's Gate 3, the highly anticipated RPG, will be coming to Xbox between September and November, offering Xbox fans a chance to experience the game.

Although attempts were made to include split-screen co-op on the Xbox Series S, it was unfortunately not feasible to achieve this and release the game within this year. Consequently, the game was launched on the Xbox Series S without split-screen support.

The timing of the game's release on Xbox holds great importance, considering the plethora of major titles already scheduled for October. However, launching the game in November could prove to be a better choice, providing it with an opportunity to distinguish itself from the competition.

The highly anticipated RPG, Baldur's Gate 3, has created a buzz among fans as its Xbox debut window is revealed. Garnering critical acclaim, it currently stands as the top-rated game of the year on Metacritic, rivaling The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Surpassing notable titles like Metroid Prime Remastered, Resident Evil 4, Diablo 4, and Street Fighter 6, Baldur's Gate 3 has made a significant impact on the 2023 gaming scene, surpassing expectations. Initially planned for release on PC and PS5, the game omitted Xbox consoles due to technical limitations that hindered split-screen co-op on the Xbox Series S. However, Xbox has worked closely with Larian Studios to address this issue and enable split-screen functionality on Series S.

When is Baldur's Gate 3 Coming to Xbox?

September - November

With Baldur's Gate 3 launching on PS5 on September 6, it is likely that the RPG won't be available on Xbox until later in September at the earliest. October is already filled with numerous major titles releasing on Xbox, including Assassin's Creed Mirage, Lords of the Fallen, Alan Wake 2, Forza Motorsport, and more. If Baldur's Gate 3 were to arrive on Xbox in October, it would probably overshadow these other titles as the highest rated game of the year thus far. November, on the other hand, offers a less crowded release schedule and would be a more favorable month for its launch. In November, notable games such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Like a Dragon Gaiden, and Persona 5 Tactica will be available. If Baldur's Gate 3 is indeed ready for its Xbox release in the upcoming months, Larian should soon confirm a solid release date. With the remainder of 2023 already filled with game releases, it will be interesting to see where Baldur's Gate 3 stands among the vast array of huge games this Fall, and whether its reputation will help it gather another massive audience on Xbox. Fans of the Xbox who have been eagerly anticipating the highly acclaimed RPG won't have to wait much longer to find out.

Baldur's Gate 3 is out now on PC, coming to PS5 on September 6, and in development for Xbox Series X|S.

Source: IGN