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

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 new features.

When's Cross-Play Arriving?

Patch 8, including crossplay, will launch sometime after the January 2025 Stress Test. This test allows Larian Studios to identify and fix bugs before the wider release.

How to Join the Patch 8 Stress Test

Want to be among the first to experience Baldur's Gate 3 crossplay? Sign up for the Patch 8 Stress Test! It's open to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox players.

Simply complete Larian's Stress Test registration form. You'll need a Larian account. The form is quick and easy, requesting basic information like your gaming platform.

Selection isn't guaranteed. Chosen players receive an email with access details and instructions for providing feedback via forms and Discord.

The Stress Test also assesses the patch's effect on mods, making it valuable for modders and users. Remember, all players in your group must participate in the Stress Test to use crossplay; otherwise, you'll have to wait for the full release in 2025.

Baldur's Gate 3's enduring popularity and strong community make the addition of crossplay a highly anticipated event, promising to unite even more players in the exploration of Faerûn.