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

Larian Studios has released a stress test update for Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8. This pre-release test helps identify and fix issues before the full patch launches. Read on to learn more about the stress test and the upcoming Patch 8.

Patch 8 Stress Test Update 1: Bug Fixes and Improvements

Access Limited to Testers

This update addresses several bugs, crashes, and scripting errors in the Patch 8 stress test build. It also ensures Gale correctly interacts with magical items. The update is only available to those participating in the Patch 8 stress test. Non-testers will need to wait for the official Patch 8 release to experience these improvements.

Key improvements include: persistent container contents after destruction, improved Steam Deck Photo Mode screenshotting, more responsive character poses, enhanced cross-play functionality, updated Booming Blade tooltip values, and numerous crash fixes. For a complete list of changes, visit the official Baldur's Gate 3 website.

Patch 8 is anticipated to be a major update, one of the final large content updates before Larian moves on from Faerûn. It introduces platform cross-play, over 12 new subclasses (including the Death Domain Cleric, Path of Giants Barbarian, and Arcane Archer Fighter), and the highly-anticipated Photo Mode.

Unleash Your Inner Photographer with Photo Mode

While waiting for Patch 8, explore the in-depth Photo Mode sneak peek video. Larian aims to empower players to fully utilize Photo Mode from day one.

Access Photo Mode almost anywhere—during exploration, combat, and even in multiplayer (for the host). Position companions and characters, add or remove party members, and even include unexpected elements like a screen-filling frog! The free-moving camera allows for perfect shots.

Apply post-processing effects, stickers, and frames to enhance your creations. Note that during dialogues and cutscenes, only post-processing effects are available.

This is just the beginning! Larian plans to release a tips and tricks video to further inspire players' creativity.