Baldur's Gate 3 News

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, 2019: Larian Studios announces Baldur's Gate 3 at Google Stadia Connect. The game marks a continuation of the classic BioWare series.

Read more: ‘Baldur’s Gate III’ Officially in Development at Larian Studios

2020

October 6, 2020: Baldur's Gate 3 enters early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, featuring Act I and select origin characters.

Read more: Baldur’s Gate 3 Releases to Early Access for PC Players

2023

August 3, 2023: 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: We Need To Talk About Baldur’s Gate 3’s Steam Playercount Numbers

August 16, 2023: Baldur's Gate 3 tops PlayStation Store pre-order charts ahead of its PS5 release.

Read more: Baldur's Gate 3 Tops PlayStation Store Pre-Order Charts

2024

March 23, 2024: 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: Baldur's Gate 4 Won't Be Coming From BG3 Devs Larian Studios

March 28, 2024: Swen Vincke discusses the role of AI in game development, highlighting its limitations and the irreplaceable nature of human creativity.

Read more: Baldur's Gate 3 Director Says AI Helps, but Won't Replace Creative Side

July 5, 2024: Jeremy Crawford (Wizards of the Coast) reveals how Baldur's Gate 3's design influenced upcoming D&D rule changes. Also, details emerge about Patch 8, including 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a photo mode.

Read more: Baldur's Gate 3 Gameplay Led to Real D&D Rule Changes Read more: All new subclasses coming to Baldur’s Gate 3 in Patch 8

2025

January 15, 2025: Larian Studios celebrates 100 million mod downloads for Baldur's Gate 3.

Read more: Larian gives Baldur's Gate 3's Withers a pair of big naturals to celebrate 100m mod downloads

January 28, 2025: Confirmation that split-screen co-op is coming to Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox Series S with Patch 8.

Read more: ‘Baldur’s Gate 3 is finally adding split-screen co-op on Xbox Series S

February 7, 2025: Larian Studios stress tests the massive Patch 8, which includes 12 new subclasses, bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements.

Read more: BG3 Patch 8 Is So Big, It Needs To Be Stress Tested

February 12, 2025: Samantha Béart (voice of Karlach) clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects.

Read more: Samantha Béart clarifies future CRPG involvement

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