Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8: Release Date, New Subclasses and Crossplay!

04/13/2025 Gaming

Good news, Baldur's Gate 3 fans! The wait is almost over for Patch 8, which is set to bring a host of exciting new content to the game. After months of anticipation and a period of stress testing, we finally have a confirmed release date.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 15th! That's when Patch 8 will officially launch, bringing with it a plethora of new features and improvements to enhance your Baldur's Gate 3 experience.

Larian Studios, the developers behind Baldur's Gate 3, have been following a similar pattern to their previous updates. Patch 7, for example, had a closed beta period before its full release. Patch 8's stress test began on January 28th, 2025, and now, after a slightly longer testing period than expected, we're finally ready for the main event.

While we eagerly await the official launch, let's take a look at some of the key features coming in Patch 8:

What's New in Patch 8?

The headline feature of Patch 8 is undoubtedly the addition of 12 new subclasses. These new subclasses will allow players to further customize their characters and experiment with new playstyles. Larian has already released videos showcasing these subclasses, giving us a taste of what's to come.

Beyond the new subclasses, Patch 8 will also introduce highly anticipated features such as crossplay and a photo mode. The introduction of crossplay will allow players on different platforms to team up and adventure together. And for those who love to capture their in-game moments, the new photo mode will provide the perfect tool for creating stunning screenshots.

Crossplay will be essential for playing with friends on different platforms. Finally, Baldur’s Gate 3 will also have a photo mode, and you won’t have to rely on mods to get beautiful pictures of your gameplay.

Get ready to dive back into the world of Baldur's Gate 3 with Patch 8 on April 15th! The new subclasses, crossplay, and photo mode are sure to provide hours of new content and exciting gameplay experiences.