Baldur's Gate 3: A Timeline of Key Events

This timeline chronicles significant milestones in the development and release of Baldur's Gate 3, from its initial announcement to recent updates and future plans.

2019:

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

2020:

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

2023:

• August 3: The full release of Baldur's Gate 3 on PC via Steam and GOG is met with widespread critical acclaim and record-breaking player numbers. Read more
• August 16: Baldur's Gate 3 tops PSN pre-order charts, generating immense anticipation for the upcoming PS5 release. 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: Director Swen Vincke discusses the role of AI in game development, highlighting its assistance while emphasizing the irreplaceable nature of human creativity. Read more
• July 5: Wizards of the Coast reveals Baldur's Gate 3's influence on the upcoming 2024 edition of Dungeons & Dragons rules. Read more
• July 5: Announcement of Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8, introducing 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a new photo mode. Read more

2025:

• January 15: Larian Studios celebrates 100 million mod downloads, highlighting the "Withers Big Naturals" mod. Read more
• January 28: Confirmation of split-screen co-op coming to Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox Series S in Patch 8. Read more
• February 7: Larian Studios stress tests the massive Patch 8 before its release, which will include significant 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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