Larian Studios’ highly anticipated RPG Baldur’s Gate 3 is coming to PlayStation 5 on September 6th, 2023. The game has seen immense success on PC, setting records across Steam and the RPG genre. Now, PS5 players will finally get to experience this massive RPG firsthand. With a likely install size of over 100GB, PS5 players will want to prepare by pre-loading the game ahead of release. Here’s everything you need to know about how to pre-load Baldur’s Gate 3 on PS5 and what new features players can expect.
Pre-Load Baldur’s Gate 3 on PS5
When You Can Pre-Load Baldur’s Gate 3 on PS5
- The Baldur’s Gate 3 Digital Deluxe Edition can be pre-loaded starting August 31st at 9 a.m. PT.
- The Baldur’s Gate 3 Standard Edition pre-load goes live just a few days later on September 4th at 9 a.m. PT.
So make sure to check the PlayStation Store on those dates to start downloading this massive RPG early.
When You Can Play Baldur’s Gate 3 on PS5
- Deluxe Edition players can jump in on September 2nd at 9 a.m. PT
- For everyone else, Baldur’s Gate 3 unlocks on September 6th at 9 a.m. PT.
The Deluxe Edition provides early access both for pre-loading and playing a few days ahead of release.
What’s New in the PS5 Version
While the core experience remains the same, the PS5 version introduces some key new features:
- Fully optimized next-gen graphics taking advantage of the PS5’s power
- DualSense support for immersive haptics and adaptive triggers
- 3D spatial audio for deeply atmospheric sound
- Fast loading thanks to the PS5’s ultra-fast SSD
In addition, the PS5 version will include all the improvements and fixes added since the initial PC launch. So players can expect a more polished experience right from day one.
Cross-Play and Cross-Progression
Another major benefit is that Baldur’s Gate 3 supports full cross-play and cross-progression between PS5 and PC. Players can transfer saves between platforms and play together across ecosystems.
This means you can start on PC and pick back up on your PS5. Or play with friends who own the game on other platforms. Cross-platform functionality will be a huge boon for the game’s cooperative multiplayer mode.
What We Can Look Forward to
While the wait has been long, PS5 players have a lot to be excited for when Baldur’s Gate 3 finally drops. The game offers:
- An epic story and world based on the Dungeons & Dragons universe
- Over 80 hours of content with tremendous replayability
- Fluid real-time combat fused with tactical turn-based battles
- Character customization allows deep RPG builds
- A reactive narrative that evolves based on player choice
Ver cómo @larianstudios pilla una franquicia de @bioware y la levanta hasta lo más alto es algo que, siendo yo de aquella Bioware y de la de los primeros Mass Effect, me llena de orgullo y satisfacción. Pero también se me clava en el corazón. 😢 #BaldursGate3 pic.twitter.com/JfiPOyTY6g
— SirBruce (@SirBruce) August 24, 2023
Baldur’s Gate 3 has already delighted critics and fans on PC. Now PS5 players will get to experience one of the most ambitious and immersive RPGs ever made, elevated by next-gen features. September 6th can’t come soon enough!
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