After nearly two years of development, Larian Studios has officially wrapped up the patching process for Baldur’s Gate 3. The studio dropped the game’s eighth and final patch on April 15, loaded with highly anticipated features like crossplay multiplayer, a photo mode, and a whopping 12 new subclasses.

Available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, this update marks the end of major content patches. Players can finally dive into the adventures they’ve been waiting for without the fear of missing new features or storylines.

In the patch notes, the team expressed gratitude, stating, 'You’ve helped us make BG3 a bigger success than any of us could’ve ever hoped for. Your passion has pushed us to continually tweak things, but we realize that if we keep adjusting forever, we might never be able to create something new.' This indicates that after Patch 8, any future updates will focus solely on minor bug fixes.

What’s New in Patch 8?

Notable features in this update include: - **Photo Mode**: Capture your favorite moments with a new in-game camera mode. - **12 New Subclasses**: Explore creative new builds with additions like the Path of the Giant Barbarian and College of Glamour Bard. - **Cross-Play Multiplayer**: Team up with friends across different platforms. - **Xbox Series S Split-Screen Support**: Enjoy local co-op with ease on Xbox.

Additionally, Larian has released a new animated short featuring the beloved characters of Baldur's Gate 3, along with a special appearance from founder Swen Vincke, celebrating the conclusion of this chapter.

Gameplay Improvements and Fixes

The patch also addresses numerous gameplay issues, enhancing the overall experience for players. Key fixes include: - Issues with inventory items not scattering correctly when containers are destroyed. - Improvements to character actions in combat and dialogue. - Resolved various bugs impacting character movement and abilities.

A Fond Farewell to BG3