Larian Studios has released a stress test update for Baldur's Gate 3's upcoming Patch 8. This pre-release test aims to identify and resolve potential issues before the official launch. This article details the stress test, its scope, and what players can expect from Patch 8.
The Patch 8 stress test update 1 addresses various bugs, crashes, and scripting errors. A key fix ensures Gale correctly interacts with magical items. Access is restricted to selected testers; the general public must await the full patch release for these improvements.
Key improvements in this update include: preservation of container contents upon destruction, enhanced Steam Deck Photo Mode functionality, improved pose responsiveness, refined cross-play capabilities, updated Booming Blade tooltip values, and several crash fixes. For a comprehensive list of changes, consult the official Baldur's Gate 3 website.
Patch 8 is anticipated as a major, feature-rich update—potentially one of the final large-scale updates before Larian concludes their work on Faerûn. Its extensive nature necessitates thorough stress testing. The patch introduces cross-platform play, over 12 new subclasses (including Death Domain Cleric, Path of Giants Barbarian, and Arcane Archer Fighter), and the highly-anticipated Photo Mode.
While awaiting Patch 8, players can explore the detailed Photo Mode preview video. Larian aims to equip players with the tools to maximize Photo Mode's capabilities from the outset.
Photo Mode is accessible in various scenarios: during exploration, combat, and even in multiplayer (for the host). Players can meticulously pose companions and characters, include or exclude party members, and even incorporate additional elements (like a frog). A free-roaming camera allows for versatile angles.
Post-processing effects, stickers, and frames enhance image customization. Note that during dialogues and cutscenes, only post-processing effects are available.
This preview is just the beginning; Larian plans to release further tutorials to inspire players' creativity.
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