Summary
A newly announcedBaldur’s Gate 3update is coming, but only for console players. The new hotfix seeks to address issues players face when using 100 or more mods at once inBaldur’s Gate 3. Mod support is fairly new for console versions ofBaldur’s Gate 3, but it has remained a core component of the game for PC players since the game was released last year.Baldur’s Gate 3’s newest update is intended to make using player-created add-ons easier for console players.
Baldur’s Gate 3is now over a year old, but it still remains a defining moment within the video game industry, mostly due to the sheer amount of choice, expression, and freedom it grants players. Equipped with a richly detailed and fully realized world, a robust character creation system, and an incredibly deep and satisfying core gameplay loop,Baldur’s Gate 3topped many year-end listsas 2023 wrapped up, with the game remaining one of the most popular PC titles on markets like Steam.Baldur’s Gate 3is also available on console, allowing even more players to become fans of theDungeons and Dragons-based series. For the most part, this transition has been smooth, though console players are facing issues using mods, somethingBaldur’s Gate 3is now trying to fix.
Larian Studios has announcedBaldur’s Gate 3will receive a new hotfix, one that addresses issues players are having when trying to use mods on a console. These issues specifically pop up when players try to use more than 100 mods at once.Baldur’s Gate 3has become a breeding ground for modsand player-created tweaks. However, there seems to be a limit to how many mods can be used at a single time on consoles, resulting in players' games crashing and other performance issues. Larian Studios says it is shipping a fix for this issue in a new console-only hotfix that will be released in the near future.
New Baldur’s Gate 3 Update Fixing Mods on Consoles
Mods have remained key to theBaldur’s Gate 3experiencefor many, potentially extending the fun by dozens of hours. From game-changing additions like firearms to tweaks that bring in world-famous characters,Baldur’s Gate 3features hundreds of unique mods for players to explore. Not only do these mods mix up the moment-moment gameplay, they can also completely change the feel of the game itself, making replays ofBaldur’s Gate 3even more enticing to those who have already seen and done everything.
WhileBaldur’s Gate 3remains both a critical and commercial marvel, many are already looking ahead to the future. Parent company Hasbro has already confirmed it will be moving forward with the franchise, thoughLarian Studios will not be leading the nextBaldur’s Gateproject. As mentioned already, there’s a near-endless amount of content to still enjoy withinBaldur’s Gate 3as players patiently await the next entry in the legendary RPG series.
