Larian Studios, the developer behind Baldur’s Gate 3, has outlined its plans for the game’s second major post-launch Patch. The developer acknowledges player criticisms regarding bugs, cut content, and performance issues in Act 3. Here’s a summary of their plans:
Performance Improvements: Larian Studios acknowledges that Act 3’s performance isn’t up to par, and Patch 2 will bring significant performance improvements to the entire game, with a focus on Act 3.
Bug Fixes: The developer is committed to addressing major issues in Patch 2, including those found in Act 3.
Cut Content Clarification: Larian Studios clarifies that some instances of what players call “cut content” were actually due to bugs preventing companion reactions. The game’s epilogue was also trimmed to avoid excessively long ending cinematics.
Epilogue Expansion: In response to fan feedback, Larian plans to expand the game’s epilogues. The first change will involve Karlach’s ending, which will receive a new optional ending described as “fiery” and “poignant.”
While there is no concrete release date for Patch 2, Larian has mentioned that it’s “around the corner.” The developer is actively addressing player concerns and working to improve the overall experience of Baldur’s Gate 3.
The ambitious scope of Baldur’s Gate 3 and its early access release indicate that player feedback will play a crucial role in shaping the game’s future development.
