Baldur's Gate 3: A Timeline of Updates and 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 engagement.

2019

• June 6: Larian Studios unveils Baldur's Gate 3 at Google Stadia Connect, marking the continuation of the iconic 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 PSN pre-order charts, generating significant excitement for its upcoming PS5 launch. 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: Director Swen Vincke discusses the role of AI in game development, highlighting its limitations and the irreplaceable value of human creativity. Read more
• July 5: Wizards of the Coast acknowledges Baldur's Gate 3's influence on the design of the upcoming 2024 Dungeons & Dragons edition. Read more
• July 5: Announced: Patch 8, featuring 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 release. Read more
• February 12: Samantha Béart, voice of Karlach, clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects. Read more

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