Baldur's Gate 3: A Timeline of Events
This timeline chronicles key moments in the development and release of Baldur's Gate 3, from its initial announcement to its ongoing updates and community engagement.
2019
- June 6, 2019: Larian Studios unveils Baldur's Gate 3 at Google Stadia Connect, marking the continuation of the beloved BioWare series. [Read more](Link to article)
2020
- October 6, 2020: Baldur's Gate 3 enters early access on Steam, GOG, and Google Stadia, featuring Act I, a customizable protagonist, and five origin characters. [Read more](Link to article)
2023
- August 3, 2023: The full release of Baldur's Gate 3 on PC (Steam and GOG) is met with immense critical acclaim and record-breaking player numbers. [Read more](Link to article)
- August 16, 2023: Baldur's Gate 3 tops PSN pre-order charts, generating significant anticipation for its PS5 launch. [Read more](Link to article)
2024
- March 23, 2024: Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke announces the studio's departure from the Dungeons & Dragons IP after Baldur's Gate 3, assuring continued support for the game. [Read more](Link to article)
- March 28, 2024: Swen Vincke discusses the role of AI in game development, highlighting its assistance but emphasizing the irreplaceable nature of human creativity. [Read more](Link to article)
- July 5, 2024: Jeremy Crawford discusses Baldur's Gate 3's influence on the upcoming 2024 edition of Dungeons & Dragons, citing specific spell implementations as examples of innovative design. [Read more](Link to article)
- July 5, 2024: Details emerge about Patch 8, including 12 new subclasses, crossplay functionality, and a new photo mode. [Read more](Link to article)
2025
- January 15, 2025: Larian Studios celebrates 100 million mod downloads, showcasing the "Withers Big Naturals" mod. [Read more](Link to article)
- January 28, 2025: Confirmation arrives that split-screen co-op is coming to Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox Series S with Patch 8. [Read more](Link to article)
- February 7, 2025: Larian Studios stress tests the massive Patch 8, which will include 12 new subclasses, bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements. [Read more](Link to article)
- February 12, 2025: Samantha Béart, the voice of Karlach, clarifies her future involvement in CRPG projects. [Read more](Link to article)
This timeline provides a comprehensive overview of the journey of Baldur's Gate 3, showcasing its impactful release and ongoing development. Remember to replace the bracketed "Link to article" placeholders with actual links to the relevant articles.
