Baldur’s Gate 3 left an indelible mark on 2023, easily standing out as one of the year’s top games. It clinched numerous Game of the Year awards and captivated players around the globe. Yet, despite its success, there were several features players yearned for that were conspicuously missing. Fortunately, Patch 8 is set to finally deliver these much-anticipated updates.
### What are the new features coming with Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8?
The upcoming Patch 8 is generating a lot of buzz for Baldur’s Gate 3 enthusiasts, as it’s poised to be a significant update for this cherished RPG. Scheduled for release early next year, this patch will introduce cross-play, a photo mode, and 12 new subclasses, enhancing the gaming experience across all platforms, including the PS5.
In the latest Baldur’s Gate 3 Community Update, it was revealed that cross-play will allow gamers to connect, regardless of whether they’re playing on a PS5, PC, Xbox, or Mac. To take advantage of this function, players will need to enable cross-play and sign up for a Larian Network account.
The introduction of a photo mode will delight those who love capturing their gaming moments. Players can snap pictures during their quests, utilizing various camera settings to spotlight specific characters, adjust lens and scene settings, and explore post-processing effects. Moreover, they can add frames and stickers to make their photos truly distinct. While photo mode works during gameplay and cinematics, players should note that camera and lens adjustments aren’t available for cinematic scenes.
The pièce de résistance of Patch 8 might be the inclusion of 12 new subclasses, each promising fresh abilities, animations, visual effects, summons, and cantrips. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:
– Bard – College of Glamour
– Barbarian – Path of Giants
– Cleric – Death Domain
– Druid – Circle of Stars
– Paladin – Oath of the Crown
– Fighter – Arcane Archer
– Monk – Drunken Master
– Ranger – Swarmkeeper
– Rogue – Swashbuckler
– Sorcerer – Shadow Magic
– Warlock – Hexblade
– Wizard – Bladesinging
Larian Studios has announced plans to conduct a stress test for Patch 8 on Baldur’s Gate 3. PS5 players with an interest in participating will have the chance to register before the tests commence in January. Further details will be shared in the upcoming Community Update.
(Source: Steam)
