What changed in Baldur's Gate 3 in 2020

Fixed several pathfinding issues that were introduced recently.

Fixed an issue where the game camera would frequently show the ceiling.

Resolved an issue where the launcher would not start correctly on specific hardware configurations.

Note that branching will not be available on Stadia at this time.

Patch 3 will introduce the first save incompatibility, transitioning to the new version.

Players can access a secondary branch to continue playing the previous version with existing savegames.

Instructions on how to back up save files and create new profiles to manage progress across patches.

Detailed steps provided for players to opt into the beta branch to protect their save files.

Addresses issues preventing the game from starting on Windows 7.

Addresses a potential crash when using a Revivify scroll.

Resolves the most common crash related to DirectX 11.

Enhanced tutorial messages to better explain combat basics.

Issue prevented leveling up to level 4 due to cantrip selection.

Issue occurred if a player closed it with the escape key.

Also caused players not being able to save.

Issue occurred when someone joined during combat.

Adjusted ragdoll physics to prevent models from exploding.

Issue occurred if the transponder was used by any character that is not the main player avatar.

Issue occurred when using abilities such as Menacing attack.

Issue occurred in smaller subregions.

Polished cinematics for Shadow Heart recruitment, Astarion recruitment, and Volo's Poem.

Issue occurred as more people joined.

Issue occurred when using the escape key.

Leftover character can now be assigned correctly when someone leaves a full party.

Baldur's Gate 3 is now available for Early Access starting today at 10am PT.

Players can select from 6 classes: Cleric, Fighter, Ranger, Rogue, Warlock, and Wizard, each with subclasses.

Character customization features photorealistic races based on 3D scans of actors, with approximately 150 unique heads available.

Players can choose from 8 races including Human, Githyanki, Elf, Drow, Half-Elf, Dwarf, Halfling, and Tiefling, each with unique subraces.

Players can create characters by choosing race, subrace, background, class, and subclass, affecting gameplay and story.

Players can customize voice, facial features, hairstyles, colors, and tattoos for their characters.

The early access date for Baldur's Gate 3 is approaching, with more content to be added in the future.

Baldur's Gate 3's Early Access content is reported to be 3x larger than that of Divinity: Original Sin 2's Early Access.

This spell creates a spirit animal that serves as a controllable follower.

Players will be able to recruit 5 origin characters as companions at the start of Early Access.

The spell allows players to interact with corpses throughout their adventures.

Players can use this skill to calm animals, intuit their intentions, or tame them.

Players can buy the game on launch day without the need for pre-orders.

Baldur's Gate 3 will launch into Early Access on September 30, featuring around 20-25 hours of gameplay in a single play-through.

Early Access will support 6 classes and 9 races, with several subclasses and subraces included.

A new initiative system has been added to enhance gameplay depth.

The narration in BG3 has been totally overhauled and Origin characters have been adjusted.

The game's UI continues to be tweaked with a new style in development.

Many visual improvements have been made to the game.

The first official trailer for Baldur's Gate 3 featuring the latest visuals and mood has been released.

A massive chunk of live Baldur's Gate 3 gameplay will be shown during D&D Live on June 18.

A live demo at PAX East showcased gameplay mechanics, including a scene involving Astarion and Shadowheart.

Players will meet new characters and encounter legendary characters from previous games, with evolved stories.

The game is built on a new engine designed specifically for Baldur's Gate, allowing for enhanced gameplay and collaboration.

A Reddit AMA will be held on March 12 with key developers to answer community questions about Baldur's Gate 3.

Baldur's Gate 3 is set to enter Early Access, allowing players to experience the game ahead of its full release.