Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 Stress Test Underway: A Massive Update on the Horizon

Larian Studios has initiated a stress test for the highly anticipated Patch 8 of Baldur's Gate 3. This extensive update necessitates rigorous testing before its official release.

Stress Test Update 1: Bug Fixes and Improvements

A first update to the Patch 8 stress test build has already been deployed, addressing numerous bugs, crashes, and scripting errors. Key improvements include:

• Resolved issues with container contents persisting after destruction.
• Enhanced screenshot functionality in Photo Mode for Steam Deck users.
• Improved responsiveness of character poses.
• Refined cross-play functionality.
• Updated tooltip values for the Booming Blade spell.
• Numerous crash fixes.

Access to this update is limited to participants in the stress test. The full, polished patch will be available to all players at a later date. For a complete changelog, visit the official Baldur's Gate 3 website.

Patch 8: A Major Update

Considered one of the final major content updates before Larian moves on from Faerûn, Patch 8 is substantial. Highlights include:

• Cross-platform play: Enjoy seamless multiplayer across different platforms.
• Over 12 new subclasses: Explore new character builds, including the Death Domain Cleric, Path of Giants Barbarian, and Arcane Archer Fighter.
• Highly-anticipated Photo Mode: Capture your adventures with extensive customization options.

Photo Mode: Unleash Your Inner Photographer

A dedicated video showcases the extensive capabilities of the new Photo Mode. Access it virtually anytime, anywhere, even during multiplayer sessions (for the host). Customize character poses, camera angles, add post-processing effects, stickers, and frames. While dialogue and cutscenes restrict pose manipulation, post-processing effects remain available.

Further tutorials and tips will be released to help players maximize Photo Mode's creative potential. Stay tuned for the official release of Patch 8!