Baldur's Gate 3's final major update, Patch 8, is expected to release in early Spring 2025, likely between mid-March and April. This timeline is based on previous patch testing periods and the current stress test that began on January 28, 2025.

Key Features of Patch 8:

• Cross-play functionality between all platforms
• Photo mode with customization options
• Split-screen functionality for Xbox Series S
• 12 new subclasses (one for each class)
• New spells and cantrips

New Subclasses:

• Bard: College of Glamour
• Barbarian: Path of Giants
• Cleric: Death Domain
• Druid: Circle of Stars
• Paladin: Oath of the Crown
• Fighter: Arcane Archer
• Monk: Drunken Master
• Ranger: Swarmkeeper
• Rogue: Swashbuckler
• Sorcerer: Shadow Magic
• Warlock: Hexblade
• Wizard: Bladesinging

New Spells:

• Booming Blade
• Bursting Sinew
• Shadow Blade
• Staggering Smite
• Toll the Dead

Major Bug Fixes:

• Fixed Gauntlet of Shar elevator death bug
• Resolved companion pathfinding issues with ladders
• Fixed Minthara recruitment and quest-related bugs

While there's no official release date announced, the ongoing stress test suggests the patch is in its final stages of development. Players can sign up for the stress test at the official website, though access isn't guaranteed before the full release.

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