Baldur's Gate 3 News

Baldur's Gate 3: A Timeline of Updates and Milestones

This timeline chronicles the key events in the development and release of Baldur's Gate 3, from its initial announcement to its ongoing updates and community engagement.

2019:

• June 6: Larian Studios unveils Baldur's Gate 3 at Google Stadia Connect, marking the return of the beloved BioWare franchise. Read more

2020:

• October 6: Baldur's Gate 3 enters early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, featuring Act I and a selection of origin characters. Read more

2023:

• August 3: The full release of Baldur's Gate 3 on PC (Steam and GOG) is met with widespread acclaim and record-breaking player numbers. Read more
• August 16: Baldur's Gate 3 tops PlayStation Store pre-order charts, generating significant excitement for its upcoming PS5 launch. Read more

2024:

• March 23: Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke announces the studio's departure from the Dungeons & Dragons IP after Baldur's Gate 3, assuring continued support for the game. Read more
• March 28: Swen Vincke discusses the role of AI in game development, highlighting its utility while emphasizing the irreplaceable nature of human creativity. Read more
• July 5: Jeremy Crawford, Wizards of the Coast's lead rule designer, reveals how Baldur's Gate 3's spell design has influenced the upcoming edition of Dungeons & Dragons. Read more
• July 5: Announced: Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 will introduce 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a new photo mode. Read more

2025:

• January 15: Larian Studios celebrates 100 million mod downloads for Baldur's Gate 3, showcasing the community's creativity. Read more
• January 28: Confirmation that split-screen co-op is coming to Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox Series S with Patch 8. Read more
• February 7: Larian Studios stress tests the massive Patch 8, which includes 12 new subclasses, numerous bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements. Read more
• February 12: Samantha Béart, the voice of Karlach, clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects. Read more

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