The stress test for Baldur's Gate III's eighth, and potentially final, major patch is now underway. While some Sony console players received early access, those preferring a clean experience are advised to reinstall the game before participating.
Patch 8 introduces highly anticipated cross-platform play, uniting PC and console players. Friends can now team up regardless of platform, provided they have linked Larian accounts. Remarkably, even modded games can participate in crossplay, subject to two conditions: all mods used by the PC player must be available on Mac and consoles, and the host's lobby cannot exceed ten installed mods.
Multiplayer receives another significant boost with the addition of split-screen co-op on Xbox Series S, a feature previously unavailable on this console.
Beyond multiplayer enhancements, Patch 8 boasts a fully customizable photo mode and twelve new subclasses, adding substantial depth and replayability. Numerous bug fixes and balance adjustments are also included, though some issues may persist. A complete changelog for the stress test is available on the game's official website.