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How To Join the Baldur’s Gate 3 Stress Test & Try Crossplay

Authore: LilyUpdate:Jan 23,2025

Long awaited by players across PC and consoles, crossplay is finally coming to Baldur's Gate 3 with Patch 8! While a release date isn't set, a Patch 8 Stress Test in January 2025 will give select players early access to this and other features. This allows Larian Studios to identify and fix bugs before the wider release.

When's Cross-Play Arriving?

Patch 8, including crossplay, will launch sometime after the January 2025 Stress Test.

How to Join the Patch 8 Stress Test

Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3Want early access? Register for Larian's Stress Test! This applies to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox players. You'll need a Larian account; simply sign in or create one and complete the short registration form. Selection isn't guaranteed, but chosen participants receive an email with further instructions. Feedback will be collected through forms and Discord.

The Stress Test is also crucial for assessing the impact on mods. Mod users and creators are encouraged to participate to ensure compatibility.

Remember, all players in your group must register to test crossplay together. Otherwise, you'll need to wait for the full release in 2025.

Baldur's Gate 3's popularity continues to grow, and crossplay will undoubtedly unite even more players to explore Faerûn.