Baldur's Gate 3 Gets Even Better in 2025 with Patch 8, Bringing Cross-Play, New Subclasses, Photo Mode

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Chad

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Nov 27, 2024

Wow, as if Baldur's Gate 3 wasn't already one of the best RPGs money can buy, developer Larian is delivering what sound like another outstanding update in 2025. In a new community post on Steam, the studio spills the beans on what we can expect from Patch 8.

There are three huge additions incoming: full cross-play functionality, a new subclass for every existing class (no, really), and an in-depth photo mode. What more could you possibly want?

Cross-play is what many players have been pining for — the ability to play co-op with friends (or strangers!) across all platforms. "Baldur's Gate 3 multiplayer will soon feature full cross-platform progression, including cross-play — just as the gaming gods intended," writes Larian.

As for the new subclasses, the developer really is going above and beyond here. Again, every existing character class is getting an all-new specialisation, which should bring so many more gameplay options to the table.

Here's a quick list of the new subclasses:

Bard - College of Glamour
Barbarian - Path of Giants
Cleric - Death Domain
Druid - Circle of Stars
Paladin - Oath of the Crown
Fighter - Arcane Archer
Monk - Drunken Master
Ranger - Swarmkeeper
Rogue - Swashbuckler
Sorcerer - Shadow Magic
Warlock - Hexblade
Wizard - Bladesinging

According to Larian, you can look forward to "new abilities, animations, VFX, summons, and cantrips."

And finally, the photo mode looks to be every bit as detailed as you'd hope. You can have characters strike poses, add or remove certain elements, apply various visual effects, and even slap frames on your favourite shots.

Stress testing for Patch 8 will begin in early January, and apparently, PS5 players will be able to take part in order to put cross-play through its paces. Larian says it'll share more information soon.

What do you make of Patch 8 for Baldur's Gate 3? Pick your jaw off the floor and try a new subclass in the comments section below.

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