Baldur's Gate 3 patch 6 finally fixes the RPG's second-biggest party management sin after 6 months of waiting (2024)

By Jordan Gerblick

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And brings a long-awaited fix for Shield Bash

Baldur's Gate 3 patch 6 finally fixes the RPG's second-biggest party management sin after 6 months of waiting (1)

Larian has revealed a few key details about what's included in Baldur's Gate 3 patch 6, and a few of the changes are, dare I say it, game changers.

We just recently learned from Larian that Baldur's Gate 3 patch 6 is scheduled to launch sometime this week, although we still don't have a more specific release date. We already knew the update would bring "improved smooches" just in time for Valentine's Day, as well as new camp idle animations, new Legendary Actions in Honour Mode, and "plenty of bug fixes," but now we know a lot more about the forthcoming update.

Plus, Shield Bash has returned home!Shield Bash and Rebuke of the Mighty have been fixed, which means your passives should now correctly trigger Saving Throws. pic.twitter.com/Hx4eN8corKFebruary 13, 2024

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Chiefly, Baldur's Gate 3 patch 6 will finally make it so that you can dismiss a party member without having to talk to that party member directly. Instead, you can simply interact with the party member you'd like to replace them with, dramatically lessening the amount of time you'll spend walking on foot to shuffle up your party.

This one was a long-time coming, and is arguably the biggest improvement to Baldur's Gate 3's party management system since the November update that allowed you to manage all of your companions even when they aren't in your party.

Another big change revealed today affects Shield Bash, which along with Rebuke of the Mighty, "have been fixed, which means your passives should now correctly trigger Saving Throws," Larian says. There have been complaints about Shield Bash not working properly for months now, so this is another very welcome fix.

Finally, Larian says update 6 will prioritize your avatar as the main speaker when you automatic dialogue scenes are triggered, whereas before sometimes it would be other members.

The update hits PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, followed by a Mac version at some point in the future. It clocks in at a very healthy 21 GB, but PC and Steam Deck users will need an eye-watering 150 GB for the full package. "Short on space? Uninstall BG3 and re-download the patched version!" Larian advises.

Baldur's Gate 3 now has over 500,000 reviews on Steam, placing it alongside Stardew Valley and Hollow Knight in the platform's best-reviewed games.

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Baldur's Gate 3 patch 6 finally fixes the RPG's second-biggest party management sin after 6 months of waiting (2024)

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What are the biggest changes in BG3 patch 6? ›

The main updates include: Brand new cinematics and animations. New animations have been added for kisses and key romance scenes (notably at the Elfsong Tavern), and new cinematics have been added for story elements like the Sorcerous Sundries scene. There are some new idle animations which will display at camp, too.

What is the problem with patch 6 BG3? ›

Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 6 has introduced bugs, causing frustration for players. Some issues include aggressive characters, and progression halts in Honour Mode. The game's complex patches may lead to inevitable bugs despite community-focused support.

What is the best party balance in BG3? ›

The best overall party composition for Baldur's Gate 3 is a versatile group consisting of one Wizard, Fighter, Cleric, and Rogue, giving you a balanced team with diverse skills, abilities, and spells. The Fighter serves as your tank or melee damage-dealing aggressor.

Who should be in my party in BG3? ›

The best party in Baldur's Gate 3
  • Shadowheart (Healing/stealth/protection)
  • Astarion (Stealth/lockpicks/disarming traps/sneak attacks)
  • Karlach (Tank/weapon attacks/pack mule)
  • Wyll (Charisma/diverse spellcasting)
Nov 9, 2023

Can you have both Minthara and halsin? ›

You can 100% get Both Minthara and Halsin in your party without issue. Walnut stampede! I have both of them on my current playthrough. They occupy the same tent in camp though (maybe because they were intended to be mutually exclusive, idk).

How old is jaheira in BG3? ›

During the events of the game, Jaheira is roughly 150 years old.

Can you be evil in BG3? ›

1: Yes, going evil will have some companions leave you (specifically Karlach, Wyll, and Gale... though I think you can persuade Gale into staying.). In return you do get a couple evil companions. 2: While it is entirely possible to do an evil playthrough, doing so cuts out a massive portion of the game's content.

What's wrong with Baldur's Gate 3? ›

Storytelling is another major letdown. The narrative lacks the depth and intrigue that the Baldur's Gate series was once known for. Instead of engaging players with rich lore and complex characters, the game offers a convoluted and disjointed plot that fails to capture the imagination.

What happens if you break your Oath Baldur's Gate 3? ›

After breaking your oath, the Oathbreaker Knight will be at your camp. Speak with him to unlock the Oathbreaker subclass and replace your previous channel oath abilities. If you change your mind, you can speak to the Oathbreaker Knight again to reclaim your Oath. This will cost you 1000 gold, though.

Who is the most romanced character in Baldur's Gate 3? ›

But let's talk romance: while Baldur's Gate 3 has a number of intriguing romance paths, Shadowheart's is easily the most popular, with 51.3% players completing her romance arc (which you can find a walkthrough of here). It turns out she really is God's favorite princess and the most interesting girl in the world.

Should you let Astarion bite you? ›

Should you Let Astarion Bite You? Letting Astarion bite you is an easy way to get approval with him. The simple answer is yes, as the only downside is gaining the Bloodless debuff, while Astarion gains the Happy buff and his approval rating of you increases.

What is the easiest class in BG3? ›

This article contains a mix of both magic and melee classes, so players can decide what is Baldur's Gate 3's best starting class.
  • 8 Paladin.
  • 7 Druid.
  • 6 Monk.
  • 5 Rogue.
  • 4 Ranger.
  • 3 Barbarian.
  • 2 Warlock.
  • 1 Fighter.
Mar 29, 2024

Who is the strongest companion in BG3? ›

Similarly to Wyll, Gale's class is not helpful in combat at the beginning of the game. However, as you advance, Gale gains access to more powerful spells. At level 5, he is definitely one of the most powerful companions.

Can you romance Jaheira in BG3? ›

Can You Romance Jaheira in BG3? Although there were previous statements saying that all companions would be romanceable, Jaheira is a non-romanceable option in BG3. Being a well-established lore character, it makes sense as to why this would be the case.

How to seduce Astarion? ›

How to romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3
  1. Supporting his whims.
  2. Showing support for him concerning his condition.
  3. Aligning with characters typically referred to as monsters, such as Goblins.
  4. Being ruthless.
  5. Displaying dramatics.
  6. Presenting displays of power.
  7. Appreciating fine things.
  8. Demonstrating cruelty.
Aug 25, 2023

Will there be a patch 7 in BG3? ›

While the official release date isn't known, we got an update from Larian Studios that Patch 7 will arrive in September 2024. Moreover, in the following months, a closed alpha will be introduced in June and a closed beta in July. Additional details, like a modding toolkit, were shared in the Community Update 27 post.

Why is the BG3 update so big? ›

Basically the reason why is because the initial 14 GB is compressed data, that updates small parts of the data files in your bin folder, and those files are super huge in reality (like 95-104 GB). like all modern AAA game bin files these days.

What changes in Baldur's Gate enhanced? ›

Some of the major improvements to the original game that are incorporated into the remaster, include a revamped user interface, the ability to play at higher resolutions as well as different viewing modes including widescreen, increased flexibility to mod the game, a new renderer, multiplayer matchmaking abilities (at ...

Is the level cap increase in BG3? ›

Summary. Baldur's Gate 3 has a level cap of 12, DnD already has a workaround, where the maximum level could be extended to 20. The BG3 level cap for a single class could be kept at 12, but the character level extended to 20, avoiding the issue of high-level spells needing to be implemented.

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