When Larian Studios announced that Patch 8 would be the final major update forBaldurs’ Gate 3, it was a definitive end of an era for fans who had followed the game since its Early Access period. With fans expecting no more than the occasional bug fix, players were left wondering what was next for the franchise’s future. However,Baldur’s Gate 3players on Xbox and PlayStation were graced with an onslaught of modded content in a recent update, granting them the opportunity to continue their playthroughs with a little extra flair.
Baldur’s Gate 3PC players have been spoiled for options since launch, since they never had obstacles to downloading anything. However, console owners have had to patiently wait for official channels to enjoy some ofBG3’s most iconic mods. Yet, this update was an unexpected treat that may actually be a sign of what is to come.
Baldur’s Gate 3’s New Console Content Suggests More Mod Support Is On The Way
Equal parts treat and beacon of hope,BG3’s console updatesignifies that Larian isn’t quite done spoiling fans with content. This update added a total of 26 new mods for console players. The mods range from purely aesthetic to adding new weapons and resources to the game.
While the current wave of console mods is modest compared to what’s available on PC, it still sets an exciting precedent. The fact that the studio is willing to curate and deploy fan-made content on consoles, especially after declaring the end of major updates, signals a possible shift in how the studio engages with its community asLarian moves onto other projects. And with so many beloved mods still absent from the current rotation, it feels unlikely that this is a one-and-done situation.
For console players who once watched from the sidelines, this is a rare chance to further personalize their adventures in Faerun and to do so with Larian’s blessing. If this is the tip of the iceberg, thenBaldur’s Gate 3’s story isn’t over just yet.
More Mods As A Means to Connect With the BG3 Community
For months, it seemed like console players had to accept that they’d always be a step behind PC when it came to moddingBaldur’s Gate 3.BG3’s Patch 8came and went, the “final” major update rolled out, and while mod support had technically arrived, the offerings were somewhat limited. They were neatly packed into a curated list and never quite ventured toward the most experimental mods.
And they were definitely scarce compared to the arsenal available in the wild for PC players. At the time of release, players assumed what they saw was what they got due to any future update being focused on hotfixes. The sun was setting on meaningful content, leaving a fandom to only resort to their inner communities. But this latest wave of mods says otherwise.
Leaving Some Room for More Baldur’s Gate Content
Instead of shutting a door, Larian has cracked a window. Even thoughLarian will not makeBaldur’s Gate 4, it has proven yet again that it is deeply invested in the product it has released for theBaldur’s Gatefranchise. These newly available console mods didn’t just pad out the experience; they reinvigorated it. With fresh gameplay tweaks, expanded customization options, and more creative flourishes from the community, console players are finally starting to feel the modding magic PC users have enjoyed since launch.
Larian knows what it’s doing. By dropping a batch of unexpected curated content well after its last major patch, the studio is signaling thatBaldur’s Gate 3still has room to grow, just in less traditional ways.Now is the perfect time to playBaldur’s Gate 3, now that the definitive version of the game is here, and Larian has shown it will still support it beyond major patches.
The groundwork is already in place. Now it’s just a matter of time before even more community-made content makes its way to consoles. Surely there will be more batches of mods released, perhaps even themed drops or collaborations with top creators. So no, Patch 8 may not have been a dead end after all. Not if these recent mods are anything to go by.
Baldur’s Gate 3
WHERE TO PLAY
Abducted, infected, lost. You are turning into a monster, but as the corruption inside you grows, so does your power. Forge a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Caught in a conflict between devils, deities, and sinister otherworldly forces, you and your party will determine the fate of the Forgotten Realms.THE ULTIMATE D&D EXPERIENCEChoose from a wide selection of D&D races and classes, or play as an origin character with a hand-crafted background. Adventure, loot, battle, and romance as you journey through the Forgotten Realms and beyond. Play alone or as a party of up to four in multiplayer – and select your companions carefully.A CINEMATIC STORYTELLING EPICForged with the new Divinity 4.0 engine, Baldur’s Gate 3 gives you unprecedented freedom to explore, experiment, and interact with a world that reacts to your choices. A grand, cinematic narrative brings you closer to your characters than ever before, as you venture through our biggest world yet. Romance, deceive, aid, obstruct, and grow alongside your friends thanks to Larian’s next-generation RPG engine.
