Baldur's Gate 3 shattered by stealthy bear speedrun

Baldur's Gate 3 speedrunning community continues to break records, with the latest achievement being a full game speedrun in under 20 minutes. Using a flying stealth bear, a player known as Mae managed to defeat boss Ketheric Thorm with a one-shot. This tactic relies on an exploit that combines the bear’s high damage with stealth attack bonuses. Speedrunners have consistently found new and creative ways to navigate Baldur’s Gate 3, proving the game's depth and the community's dedication to pushing the game to its limits.

The current speedrun world record for Baldur's Gate 3's all acts is 19 minutes and 20 seconds, achieved by the speedrunner Mae.

Baldur's Gate 3 is a role-playing game developed by Larian Studios, known for their work on the Divinity: Original Sin series. The game continues the narrative from the Baldur's Gate series, based on the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop RPG. With its engaging story, deep mechanics, and high replayability, Baldur’s Gate 3 offers players a rich world that sits at the intersection of classic RPG elements and modern gaming technology. As it nears its full release, the game enjoys a healthy and active community of players eager to explore and push its boundaries, as evidenced by the vibrant speedrunning scene.