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

Larian Studios launches a stress test update for Baldur's Gate 3's upcoming Patch 8. This pre-release test aims to identify and resolve potential issues before the full patch's launch. Learn more about the stress test and the significant changes coming with Patch 8.

Exclusive Access for Testers

The Patch 8 stress test update addresses various bugs, crashes, and scripting errors. Improvements include ensuring Gale's correct interaction with magical items. Access to this update is limited to participants in the stress test program. Those not involved will need to wait for the official Patch 8 release to experience these enhancements.

Key fixes and improvements include preventing inventory contents from disappearing when containers are destroyed, enhanced screenshot functionality in Photo Mode for Steam Deck users, improved pose responsiveness, refined cross-play capabilities, updated Booming Blade tooltip values, and several crash fixes. For a detailed list of changes, consult the official Baldur's Gate 3 website.

Patch 8 is anticipated to be a major update, hence the need for thorough testing. It introduces cross-platform play, over 12 new subclasses (including Death Domain Cleric, Path of Giants Barbarian, and Arcane Archer Fighter), and the highly-requested Photo Mode.

Unleash Your Inner Photographer with Photo Mode

While awaiting Patch 8, players can explore the extensive Photo Mode capabilities showcased in a dedicated preview video. Larian aims to provide players with comprehensive Photo Mode functionality from the outset.

Photo Mode is accessible during gameplay, combat, and even in multiplayer (for the host). Players can customize character poses, include or exclude party members, and even add elements like a jumping frog. A freely-moving camera offers unparalleled control over angles and composition.

Post-processing effects, stickers, and frames add further creative options. Note that during dialogues and cutscenes, only post-processing effects are available.

This preview is just the beginning; Larian plans to release additional tutorials to further unlock the creative potential of Photo Mode.