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Larian Studios has dropped an exciting bombshell for all Baldur’s Gate 3 fans. In their latest Community Update (#27), the developers announced that Patch 7 will introduce official modding support, an eagerly awaited feature. Set for release this September, Patch 7 promises a suite of new tools, evil endings, fixes, quality-of-life improvements, and more.
What’s Coming in Patch 7?
Slated for a September launch, Patch 7 will feature the Baldur’s Gate 3 Toolkit. This will enable players to create and add new content, ranging from weapons and armor to new classes and spells. With this toolkit, fans can even give the character Lae’zel a mullet, highlighting the humor and versatility of the tools available. The update aims to enhance the overall gaming experience with numerous fixes and improvements.
Two-Phase Testing Process
Modding support will be rolled out in a phased manner. The first phase, starting today, June 3rd, is a closed alpha where a selected group of mod authors will gain early access to the toolkit. This phase will help Larian Studios refine the toolset and gather feedback for further improvements.
A closed beta will follow in early July, limited to around 1,000 PC players. Participants will be able to test mods created during the alpha phase and provide their feedback. This will help ensure the modding tools are polished and ready for the broader September release.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Initially available for PC, the official modding support will be rolled out to other platforms, including Mac, PlayStation, and Xbox. While creating mods will be exclusive to PC players, curated mods will eventually be accessible on all supported platforms, thanks to mod.io.
Mod.io Integration
Mod.io aims to simplify the modding experience across multiple platforms. It will provide the necessary infrastructure to download, manage, and optimize mods, offering tools for content moderation to ensure community safety. Although script-heavy and NSFW mods will not be officially supported through this pipeline, they can still be downloaded manually and managed locally.
Detailed Modding FAQ
In conjunction with this announcement, Larian Studios has released a comprehensive Modding FAQ, addressing questions about mod creation, compatibility, curation, and long-term support. The FAQ is designed to guide both seasoned and new modders through the process, highlighting the balance between creative freedom and maintaining game stability.
Long-Term Support and Future Enhancements
Larian Studios is committed to supporting the Baldur’s Gate 3 modding community. Even though official support will be limited to mods created within their pipeline, the studio will explore ways to offer guidance and compatibility for other mods. Beyond Patch 7, fans can look forward to in-game photo modes, crossplay, and additional fixes.
Get Involved
Community members eager to delve into the modding landscape can find more details and register for upcoming testing phases in the official Community Update. The studio invites fans to contribute to the game’s development and look forward to an enriched gaming experience this fall.
To read the full Community Update, follow this link and join the discussion on the official Larian Studios Discord.
