On August 3rd, after 20 years, a new part of Baldur’s Gate will be released. On MeinMMO, you will get the most important information about the release, the classes, and the editions of the role-playing game.
What kind of game is Baldur’s Gate 3? Baldur’s Gate 3 is a tactical, turn-based role-playing game in isometric perspective. The series has been around since the ’90s and is an official offshoot of the world-famous pen and paper “Dungeons and Dragons”.
- The third part revolves around the titular city of Baldur’s Gate.
- You play a group of adventurers who can complete quests and experience many things together.
The final release was originally set for August 31. It has now been moved up to August 3 – but only for the PC via Steam.
All info about the release and editions of Baldur’s Gate 3
When is the release? The final release of Baldur’s Gate 3 has been moved up to August 3 for the PC. Baldur’s Gate 3 will officially be released on the PlayStation 5 on September 6. However, those who purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition will receive early access of 72 hours, starting September 3.
Is there a preload? You can install and play the game due to the Early Access, but your progress will not carry over to the final game. When the complete download will be available on the release day is still not determined. Downloading the current version should keep you on the safe side, so you will only need to install an update on the final release.
What editions can I buy? Baldur’s Gate 3 is available as a digital version for Steam and PS5 and includes the base game.
- For the PS5, there is also the Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes digital extras, such as an adventure pack with supplies and potions for starting, a digital soundtrack, and a digital art book.
- It also offers you an early release of 72 hours, so you can enjoy the final game on PS5 starting September 3.
- According to the developers, purchasing the Early Access version of Baldur’s Gate 3 on PC includes the same extras as the Digital Deluxe Edition for PS5, but without the 72-hour early access (via Steam).
How much do the editions cost?
- Base game PC via Steam: €59.99
- Base game PS5: €69.99
- Digital Deluxe Edition PS5: €79.99
- Collector’s Edition PC/PS5: €259.99 (currently sold out)
For more information about the editions, visit the developer’s website.
Information about gameplay in Baldur’s Gate 3
What does Baldur’s Gate have to offer?
- This is how long you will be entertained: The first act of Baldur’s Gate 3 is said to make up a quarter of the content. Individual players have already spent 40 to 200 hours on it alone.
- Single and multiplayer: You can play alone or in co-op with up to 3 friends. In multiplayer mode, you can also join other players. Crossplay is currently only known between Steam, GOG, and Mac.
- Game content: The story is set almost 100 years after the events in Baldur’s Gate 2. The core of the game includes deep stories, relationships, and romances, as well as battles with villains and traditionally various endings depending on your choices.
- Fights: The fights are turn-based, including opportunities to interact with the environment. Strategy and foresight are rewarded.
- Relationships: Traditionally, being able to choose a partner is an important feature in role-playing games. In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are said to be particularly few limits for this. The presentation of an intimate scene between a vampire and a druid in bear form recently led to a ban during a livestream.
- Character customization: In terms of diversity and inclusion, Baldur’s Gate 3 offers many options. There are customization options such as heterochromia, freckles, skin colors, and even an age slider.
- What are the origin characters in Baldur’s Gate? There are predefined characters called “Origins”, which have their own stories and can be played in addition to your own characters. One of them is “The Dark Urge”, which is not actually a character:
Which races and classes can I play?
At release, a total of 11 races and 12 classes will be available to you. The classes can be combined in Baldur’s Gate 3, but can also be newly created. Our colleagues at GameStar have detailed all races and classes, including subgroups in a comprehensive list.
11 playable races:
- Human
- Half-Orc
- Githyanki
- Drow
- Elf
- Half-Elf
- Halfling
- Dwarf
- Gnome
- Tiefling
- Dragonborn
12 playable classes:
- Fighter
- Wizard
- Rogue
- Ranger
- Cleric
- Warlock
- Druid
- Sorcerer
- Barbarian
- Bard
- Paladin
- Monk
In RPGs, the monk class is not as commonly represented as the typical warriors, wizards, archers, and priests. In an interview, the lead writer of Baldur’s Gate 3 explained why the monk is so strong:
