"Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 Boosts Player Numbers"

Baldur’s Gate 3 player count has seen a significant surge following the release of its final major update. Dive into the details to discover what Patch 8 brings to the table for fans of this beloved RPG.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 Out Now!

Steam Player Count Goes Up After Patch 8 Release

Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3) has finally released its much-anticipated final patch, marking the end of an era for this critically acclaimed RPG. On April 15, 2025, Larian Studios unveiled BG3’s Patch 8, which serves as the game's last major update. The release of this patch has led to a notable increase in player engagement, propelling the game's concurrent player count on Steam from around 60,000 to over 169,000, positioning it just outside the top 10 most played games on the platform.

Larian Studios' CEO, Swen Vincke, shared his thoughts on the sudden spike in player numbers following Patch 8's launch via a tweet on April 22. He emphasized the importance of the game's thriving mod support, which allows the studio to shift focus towards their next ambitious project. It has been confirmed that Larian Studios will be moving away from the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) universe to explore new creative horizons.

In light of Larian's departure, D&D's parent companies, Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro, have announced plans to continue the Baldur’s Gate series without them. They are currently in discussions with other studios to potentially develop Baldur’s Gate 4.

12 New Subclasses, Photo Mode, and More!

Patch 8, announced back in November 2024, brings a host of exciting features to the game. Players can now enjoy 12 new subclasses, a brand new photo mode, cross-play functionality, and much more. Larian Studios has provided a detailed breakdown of the patch's contents on the BG3 website, showcasing an extensive list of bug fixes and combat balance adjustments designed to polish the game to perfection.

Larian Studios has gone above and beyond to enhance BG3 with this final update, and despite it being their last major patch, they have committed to ongoing support for the game's modding community.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news and developments by checking out our article below!