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Baldur's Gate 3's Patch 7 Hits 3M Downloads in 24 Hours

Sep 08, 2024 9:48 AM

Baldur's Gate 3 has experienced a surge in popularity following the release of Patch 7, which introduced mod support. In less than 24 hours, players eagerly installed over three million mods, showcasing the game's strong modding community. The patch also includes new evil endings and improvements to split-screen co-op gameplay. However, some fans have expressed disappointment regarding character availability on Mac and consoles, though Larian Studios has reassured them that crossplay is on the way, allowing PC players to connect with console gamers in the future.

What new features did Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 7 introduce?

Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 7 introduced mod support, over three million mod installations, new evil endings for darker playthroughs, and enhanced split-screen co-op gameplay, while confirming that crossplay is on the horizon.

Baldur's Gate 3 is a critically acclaimed role-playing game (RPG) developed by Larian Studios, known for its deep storytelling and immersive gameplay. The game invites players to explore a fantasy world filled with rich characters and complex choices, merging classic D&D elements with modern mechanics, and caters to players who enjoy extensive modding capabilities to personalize their gameplay experience.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-09-08 10:12:03
It's awesome to see Baldur's Gate 3 thriving with Patch 7, especially as mod support opens up a whole new realm of creativity for players. The addition of new evil endings is a nice touch for those of us who love to embrace our dark side—can't wait to see what the community comes up with
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-09-08 10:00:03
Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 7 is a game-changer, especially with the introduction of mod support—it's awesome to see how quickly the community jumped in with over three million mods Plus, the promise of crossplay really opens the door for more players to join the fun, bridging the gaps between PC and console gamers.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-09-08 09:54:02
It's awesome to see Baldur's Gate 3 thriving with the mod support from Patch 7; the gaming community really knows how to breathe new life into a title. It's also exciting that Larian is addressing crossplay—can't wait to see how that shakes up the multiplayer experience
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