Larian Studios has released a Stress Test update ahead of the much-anticipated Patch 8 for Baldur's Gate 3. This pre-release measure aims to ensure a smooth rollout of the upcoming major update. Dive into the details of the stress test, what it includes, and what to expect from Patch 8.
Patch 8 Stress Test Update 1 Arrives With Bug Fixes
Only Available To Testers
Larian has deployed an update to the Patch 8 Stress Test build, addressing several bugs, crashes, and scripting errors. This update ensures that Gale correctly consumes magical items as intended. It's important to note that this update is exclusively available to those participating in the Patch 8 stress test. Non-testers will need to wait for the full, polished patch to access all the new improvements and content.
Key highlights of this update include fixes that ensure containers in inventories retain their contents when destroyed, enhanced screenshot capabilities in Photo Mode for Steam Deck users, more responsive character poses, improved cross-play functionality, updated Booming Blade tooltip values, and resolutions for several crash issues. For a comprehensive list of the enhancements, visit the official Baldur's Gate 3 website's news section.
Given that Patch 8 is expected to be one of Larian's final major updates before moving on from the world of Faerûn, it's set to be a substantial patch, necessitating thorough stress testing. The patch will introduce platform cross-play, over 12 new subclasses such as the Death Domain Cleric, Path of Giants Barbarian, and Arcane Archer Fighter, along with the eagerly awaited Photo Mode.
Photo Mode Is As Customizable As It Can Be
While awaiting the official release of Patch 8, players can explore an in-depth sneak peek video detailing how to maximize the potential of the upcoming Photo Mode. Larian encourages players to get the "Absolute most out of Photo Mode from the start."Photo Mode offers extensive customization options and can be accessed during adventures, combat, and multiplayer sessions (by the host player). Players can position companions and characters in any pose they desire, with or without party members, and even include additional characters like a jumping frog that can take up half the screen. The free-moving camera allows for capturing the perfect angle.
Post-processing effects, stickers, and frames can be added to enhance your photos. However, during dialogues and cinematic cutscenes, you're limited to adding post-process effects and cannot adjust poses.
This sneak peek is just the beginning, as Larian plans to release a tips and tricks video to help players further unleash their creativity in capturing stunning in-game moments.
