Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8: Register to Play Stress Test

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17 January 2025 no comments

Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 is coming soon, and developer Larian Studios wants people to register to play its stress test. The upcoming Patch 8 will add Photo Mode, cross-play, and bug fixes to Baldur’s Gate 3.


Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 is the final major update for the RPG from Larian Studios, as the developer moves on its new project, codenamed “Excalibur.” Patch 8 will introduce the long-awaited Photo Mode to the game and include cross-play support.

To prepare for Patch 8 going live, Larian wants players to test it. To do so, players can register for the stress test by signing up on Larian’s website. Don’t miss your opportunity to try the patch before it rolls out across all platforms.

What’s New in Patch 8?

Patch 8 will add Photo Mode and cross-play to Baldur’s Gate 3. There are tons of bug fixes that will patch animation pops, clipping, save game issues, and add 12 subclasses to the game. The full list of fixes and features (including spoilers) are as follows:

New Features

  • Photo Mode
  • Cross-play between PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5
  • 12 new subclasses

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed a savegame issue where you wouldn’t get the appropriate amount of Umbral Gems for the Gauntlet of Shar.
  • Fixed an issue causing you to get stuck at a 0% loading screen when attempting to join a multiplayer session that uses mods.
  • Your character will no longer think Shadowheart is dead if she isn’t when talking to
  • Halsin will now show up to your camp in Act II as long as you save him, even if you happen to skip the celebration with the tieflings at camp.
  • Improved performance in the Adamantine Forge.
  • Minthara will now comment on reveal.
  • Cerys will stop getting involved in combats with Minthara from across the region. An eager beaver no longer.
  • We’ve also reminded Minthara that ‘knocked out’ does not mean ‘dead’, so she’ll more reliably appear in Moonrise Towers.
  • Fixed companions’ lines getting cut off prematurely after Gale at the end of the game.
  • Fixed a bug preventing Wyll from commenting on Astarion holding a blade to your throat during Astarion’s recruitment dialogue by the beach.
  • Barcus is no longer Mike Wazowski’d by various items like cauldrons and bottles blocking him off from view when you talk to him at Last Light.

In-Game Mod Manager Improvements

  • Removed the third-party mods warning and replaced it with clearer messaging.
  • The Mod Verification window will now trigger regardless of where the request to connect to a multiplayer game is coming from.

Why You Should Participate

By signing up, you will get a sneak peek at upcoming content and be among the first to try the final major update for Baldur’s Gate 3. To register, you can head to Larian’s official site. Xbox users must download the Xbox Insider Hub App and register on there.



Conclusion

Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 is nearly upon us, and Larian Studios is taking registrations from players wanting to stress test it. Are you excited to try the new features? Share your thoughts with the community in the comments section below.

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