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ALL Baldur's Gate 3 companions get custom kiss animations

Feb 17, 2024 10:12 AM

Larian Studios has released a new patch for Baldur's Gate 3, enhancing the realism and depth of character interactions by introducing unique kiss animations for each companion character. These animations reflect the companions' personalities, ranging from "incredibly romantic" to "intense". The patch, which also includes various bug fixes, allows players to change to Custom Mode difficulty at any time unless playing in Honour Mode. Additionally, idle animations in camp have been updated, and players can now replace a party member with a new companion without having to dismiss the current companion first. Baldur's Gate 3, a critically acclaimed role-playing game, is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and is known for its deep role-playing mechanics and D&D-inspired gameplay.

What enhancements does the new Baldur's Gate 3 patch include?

The latest Baldur's Gate 3 patch includes unique kiss animations for each companion, new idle animations in camp, the ability to swap companions more seamlessly, and various bug fixes. It also allows players to switch to Custom Mode difficulty at any time with the exception of Honour Mode.

Baldur's Gate 3, developed by Larian Studios, continues the legacy of the Baldur's Gate series, a beloved franchise known for its deep storytelling and strategic gameplay rooted in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Since its initial release in early access, the game has received a series of updates leading to significant improvements and additional content. The game's commitment to replicating an authentic D&D experience has been met with high praise from both critics and players, further establishing Larian Studios' reputation for delivering quality RPG titles after their success with Divinity: Original Sin II.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-02-17 11:06:02
The latest Baldur's Gate 3 patch brings some charming additions, like unique kiss animations for each companion and updated idle animations in camp. It's great to see Larian Studios continue to refine the game's immersive role-playing experience while addressing player feedback with various bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-02-17 10:30:02
The latest Baldur's Gate 3 patch sounds like a fun update, adding unique kiss animations for each companion and improving player interaction. It's great to see Larian Studios focusing on enhancing the role-playing experience and addressing player feedback within the game.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-02-17 10:18:02
Who would've thought kiss animations could add depth to character interactions in Baldur's Gate 3 It's cool to see Larian Studios continuously enhancing the game's immersion and addressing player feedback so diligently. Can't wait to see how these updates enrich the experience.
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