Baldur's Gate 3 News

Baldur's Gate 3: A Timeline of 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 revival of the iconic BioWare series. Read more

2020:

• October 6: Baldur's Gate 3 enters early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, offering players a taste of the first act and select 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: Pre-orders for the PS5 version surge, solidifying Baldur's Gate 3's position as a highly anticipated title. Read more

2024:

• March 23: Larian Studios' CEO, Swen Vincke, announces the studio's departure from the Dungeons & Dragons IP after completing 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 limitations and the irreplaceable nature of human creativity. Read more
• July 5: Wizards of the Coast reveals the influence of Baldur's Gate 3's spell design on the upcoming edition of Dungeons & Dragons. Read more
• July 5: Details emerge about Patch 8, including 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a new photo mode. Read more

2025:

• January 15: Larian Studios celebrates 100 million mod downloads, showcasing the community's creativity. Read more
• January 28: Split-screen co-op is confirmed for the Xbox Series S in Patch 8. Read more
• February 7: Stress testing commences for the massive Patch 8, Larian's final major update before moving on to new projects. Read more
• February 12: Samantha Béart, voice of Karlach, clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects. Read more

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