Baldur's Gate 3 Update Unveiled

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

2020:

• October 6: Baldur's Gate 3 enters early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, featuring Act I 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 PlayStation Store pre-order charts, generating immense anticipation for the PS5 release. Read more

2024:

• March 23: 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
• 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: Jeremy Crawford, Wizards of the Coast's lead rule designer, reveals how Baldur's Gate 3's innovative spell implementations have influenced the upcoming edition of Dungeons & Dragons. Read more
• July 5: Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 is announced, promising 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, showcasing the "Withers Big Naturals" mod. Read more
• January 28: Confirmation arrives that split-screen co-op is coming to Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox Series S with Patch 8. Read more
• February 7: Larian Studios stress tests the massive Patch 8, its final major update before moving on to new projects. Read more
• February 12: Samantha Béart, the voice of Karlach, clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects. Read more

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