Baldurs Gate 3 Release Date and Time Revealed
by P Nandhini
Updated Jun 26, 2023
Baldurs Gate 3 Release Date
Fans of Dungeons & Dragons have reason to celebrate as Baldur's Gate 3 is finally on its way. After the exciting showcase at Summer Game Fest 2023, we eagerly await its release in August. With its intricate character creation and immersive turn-based combat mechanics, we have high hopes that it will secure a spot on our list of the best RPGs this year. Amidst the plethora of new games in 2023, Baldur's Gate 3 has been on our radar for quite some time, especially since it has been available in early access. As a result, we already have a wealth of confirmed information to share with you regarding classes, romance systems, companions, and more.
The journey to bring Baldur's Gate 3 to life has been a long one. The initial attempt by Black Isle Studios, one of the original creators of the first two games, unfortunately, fell through when the studio closed down in 2003. It was only when Wizards of the Coast, the IP holder, and publisher, entrusted Larian Studios with the project that Baldur's Gate 3 finally saw the light of day. From what we've witnessed and experienced in the beta, the game is already in excellent shape. However, let's delve into everything we know about the captivating world of Baldur's Gate 3.
Baldurs Gate 3 Release Date and Time
The developers have officially announced that Baldur's Gate 3 will be released on Thursday, August 31, 2023. Both the PS5 and PC versions of the game are scheduled to launch on this date. Barring any unforeseen last-minute delays, everyone can look forward to enjoying the game and not miss out on the summer fun.
Fans of the game can finally bid farewell to the early access version, which only includes the first act, equivalent to one-fifth of the entire map. For those dedicated fans who have thoroughly explored and exhausted that part of the game in the past couple of years, they will soon have the opportunity to dive into the remaining content.
Will there be Baldur's Gate 3 multiplayer support?
Larian has officially announced that Baldur's Gate 3 will include comprehensive support for controllers, allowing players to fully immerse themselves in their adventures in Faerûn. Additionally, the game will feature split-screen co-op, enabling players to share the entire gaming experience with another player on the same device. I
f you're interested in learning more about the multiplayer functionality and rules of Baldur's Gate 3, we've compiled a dedicated page with all the information you need.
Baldurs Gate 3 Platforms
Initially, early access to Baldur's Gate 3 was exclusively available for PC (Windows and Mac) and Google's Stadia. However, with the discontinuation of Stadia, the version of the game for that streaming service has been canceled.
The latest trailer has confirmed that Baldur's Gate 3 will have a full release on August 31 for PC and Sony's PlayStation 5. It's important to note that the game will not be available on PlayStation 4. As for the release dates for Xbox Series X/S, they are still awaiting confirmation from the developers.
Baldurs Gate 3
Baldur's Gate III is a highly anticipated RPG developed and published by Larian Studios. Serving as the third installment in the Baldur's Gate series, the game draws inspiration from the renowned Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing system. Initially, a partial version of the game was made available in early access for Windows, macOS, and the Stadia streaming service on October 6, 2020.
The developers have planned to keep the game in early access until its full release on August 31, 2023, coinciding with the launch of the PlayStation 5 version. Additionally, development is underway for a port of the game on Xbox Series X/S, while the Stadia version was unfortunately canceled due to the closure of the service.
Baldurs Gate 3 Release Date And Time - FAQs
Baldur's Gate 3 is set to be released on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
Baldur's Gate 3 will be available on PC (Windows and Mac) and Sony's PlayStation 5. It will not be available on PlayStation 4.
Yes, Baldur's Gate 3 will include multiplayer support. It will feature split-screen co-op, allowing players to share the gaming experience with another player on the same device.
The initial release of Baldur's Gate 3 in 2020 was a partial version of the game made available in early access for Windows, macOS, and Google's Stadia streaming service.
Baldur's Gate 3 is being developed and published by Larian Studios.