Can you spend more money on Baldur’s Gate 3 after purchase? The developers say what makes other game studios sweat.
Microtransactions have become a bane in today’s world that most players have become accustomed to. Many games are released in a “Games as a Service” model, offering not only regular DLCs but also shops with cosmetic items or other conveniences. Such microtransactions are still viewed critically, even if they are now part of the everyday life of many gamers.
Thus, it is almost shocking what the developers behind Baldur’s Gate 3 say on this topic – and fans are celebrating it.
What does Baldur’s Gate 3 say about microtransactions? From an (already somewhat older) newsletter of the game, which answered some questions at the time, there was a statement from Larian Studios regarding microtransactions. Forbes quotes:
Are there any in-game purchases?
No, there are no in-game purchases in our game. We believe in providing a complete and immersive gaming experience without the need for additional purchases. Enjoy the game fully without extra costs or microtransactions.
Thus, Baldur’s Gate 3 is certainly an oddity in today’s time. Microtransactions have become the main source of income for many games. Distancing oneself so clearly from it is quite unusual nowadays.
Can you buy anything for Baldur’s Gate 3? At least an upgrade to the “Digital Deluxe Edition” is available for around 10 euros – but this is not offered in the game, only promoted on distribution platforms like Steam and in the launcher.
The actual in-game advantages are very minimal. Small cosmetic changes, such as the ability to choose an exclusive dice skin during dice tests or classy underwear for the character. None of this is important or diminishes the gaming experience.
If you had purchased Baldur’s Gate 3 in early access, you automatically received the upgrade. However, it is not necessary to play.
Especially the extensive art book and the soundtrack are a nice bonus for anyone who wants to delve a little more into the game or the music.
A rather refreshing sign in today’s times, where games often come with more rather than fewer opportunities to spend more money and are consistently reminding players of this.
Maybe other developers should take a cue from this. Okay, probably not.
How incredibly successful the game is – also thanks to this purchase policy – demonstrates the insane records Baldur’s Gate 3 is breaking on Steam.
