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

Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 Stress Test Underway: A Massive Update on the Horizon

Larian Studios has initiated a stress test for the highly anticipated Patch 8 of Baldur's Gate 3. This substantial update necessitates rigorous testing before its official release.

Stress Test Update 1 Addresses Key Issues

A first update to the stress test build has already been deployed, addressing various bugs, crashes, and scripting errors. This update also ensures Gale's interaction with magical items functions correctly. Access to this update is limited to those participating in the stress test.

Key improvements in Update 1 include:

• Improved container persistence within inventories.
• Enhanced screenshot functionality in Photo Mode for Steam Deck users.
• More responsive character poses.
• Refined cross-play functionality.
• Updated Booming Blade tooltip values.
• Resolution of several crash issues.

For a comprehensive list of changes, consult the official Baldur's Gate 3 website.

Patch 8: A Major Content Drop

Considered one of the final major updates before Larian concludes their work on Faerûn, Patch 8 is a significant release. Highlights include:

• Platform cross-play.
• Over 12 new subclasses (e.g., Death Domain Cleric, Path of Giants Barbarian, Arcane Archer Fighter).
• The highly anticipated Photo Mode.

Unleash Your Inner Photographer with Photo Mode

A dedicated video provides a detailed preview of the upcoming Photo Mode's capabilities. Larian aims to empower players to maximize its potential from the outset.

Photo Mode offers extensive customization options:

• Accessible during adventuring, combat, and (for the host) multiplayer.
• Character pose adjustments.
• Free-moving camera for optimal angles.
• Post-processing effects, stickers, and frames. Note: Pose manipulation is unavailable during dialogues and cutscenes, though post-processing effects remain accessible.

Further tutorials and tips are planned to help players unlock the full creative potential of Photo Mode.