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 impact.

2019:

• June 6: Larian Studios unveils Baldur's Gate 3 at Google Stadia Connect, marking the continuation of the beloved BioWare series. Read more

2020:

• October 6: Baldur's Gate 3 enters early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, featuring the first act and a selection of 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: Baldur's Gate 3 tops PSN pre-order charts ahead of its PS5 release. Read more

2024:

• March 23: Larian Studios announces its departure from the Dungeons & Dragons IP after Baldur's Gate 3, assuring continued support for the game. Read more
• March 28: Swen Vincke, Baldur's Gate 3 director, discusses the role of AI in game development, highlighting its limitations alongside its potential. Read more
• July 5: Jeremy Crawford, Wizards of the Coast lead rule designer, reveals the influence of Baldur's Gate 3 on the upcoming 2024 edition of Dungeons & Dragons. Read more
• July 5: Announced: Patch 8 will include 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a new photo mode. Read more

2025:

• January 15: Larian Studios celebrates 100 million mod downloads for Baldur's Gate 3. Read more
• January 28: Confirmation that split-screen co-op is coming to Xbox Series S in Patch 8. Read more
• February 7: Larian Studios stress tests the massive Patch 8 before its release. Read more
• February 12: Samantha Béart, voice of Karlach, clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects. Read more

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