Baldur's Gate 3: A Timeline of Key Events
This timeline chronicles significant milestones in the development and release of Baldur's Gate 3, from its initial announcement to its ongoing updates and community impact.
2019
- June 6, 2019: Larian Studios, renowned for Divinity: Original Sin, announced Baldur's Gate 3 at Google Stadia Connect, marking a new chapter in the iconic Baldur's Gate saga. Read more
2020
- October 6, 2020: Baldur's Gate 3 entered early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, offering players a taste of the first act and a selection of origin characters. Read more
2023
- August 3, 2023: The full release of Baldur's Gate 3 on PC (Steam and GOG) captivated players worldwide, achieving remarkable success on Steam. Read more
- August 16, 2023: Pre-orders for the PS5 version surged, highlighting the game's anticipated console debut. Read more
2024
- March 23, 2024: Larian Studios' CEO, Swen Vincke, announced their departure from the Dungeons & Dragons IP after Baldur's Gate 3, assuring continued support for the game. Read more
- March 28, 2024: Swen Vincke discussed the role of AI in game development, emphasizing its limitations alongside its helpful applications. Read more
- July 5, 2024: Jeremy Crawford, Wizards of the Coast's lead rule designer, revealed the influence of Baldur's Gate 3 on the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons edition. Read more
- July 5, 2024: Details emerged about Patch 8, including 12 new subclasses, crossplay, and a new photo mode. Read more
2025
- January 15, 2025: Larian Studios celebrated 100 million mod downloads, showcasing the community's creativity. Read more
- January 28, 2025: Confirmation arrived that split-screen co-op is coming to Xbox Series S with Patch 8. Read more
- February 7, 2025: Larian Studios began stress testing the extensive Patch 8, their final major update for the game. Read more
- February 12, 2025: Samantha Béart, Karlach's voice actress, addressed potential future roles in similar games. Read more
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