Sign-ups are currently open for those interested in stress testing the latest significant update for Baldur’s Gate 3 by Larian Studios.
This early trial gives players a chance to explore all the exciting new features set to arrive in Baldur’s Gate 3. Plus, it helps the developers iron out any remaining quirks. To get involved, simply click this link to register. Xbox users should also join the Xbox Insider Program and keep an eye out for more instructions.
Not everyone who applies will automatically get access to the stress test. Invitations will be sent out in waves starting in January, so don’t worry if you don’t get in right away—hang tight as more opportunities open up.
Larian has shared that the upcoming Patch 8 will introduce three key elements alongside the usual bug fixes. Expect the integration of cross-play across all platforms, the addition of 12 fresh subclasses (one for each existing class), and a new photo mode featuring advanced camera and sticker settings. They’re still finalizing the release date.
In a candid moment at the Game Developers Conference on March 21, Larian’s founder Swen Vincke shared some reflections on the future of Baldur’s Gate 3. “Baldur’s Gate 3 will always hold a special place in our hearts,” he remarked. “We’ll always be proud of it, but we won’t continue developing it. We’re not planning expansions, despite what people might expect. There’s no Baldur’s Gate 4 in the works either. Instead, we’re setting our sights on new horizons and moving away from D&D to create something fresh.”
