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New Xbox fix for Baldur’s Gate 3 bug, Dev reveals
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New Xbox fix for Baldur’s Gate 3 bug, Dev reveals

Jan 10, 2024 11:23 AM

Baldur's Gate 3 players on Xbox have been facing a persistent save bug, but a resolution is on the horizon with a forthcoming Xbox firmware update, as announced by Larian Studios. The fix for this issue, which caused save games to vanish, is set to be released by Microsoft. Gamers can manually update their consoles starting January 16th or they can wait for the automatic global rollout, which will happen a week later. The news comes amidst other developments, such as Larian's release of a hotfix for the game that improves the accessibility of quest items, and some controversy over Xbox's default feature of auto-uploading captured content which led to player bans due to uploaded in-game adult scenes. Despite these hiccups, Baldur's Gate 3 has received both critical praise and commercial success since its release and updates continue to roll out. Furthermore, excitement is building as Larian's head, Swen Vincke, hints at the studio's next gaming project.

When can I expect the firmware update to fix the Baldur's Gate 3 save bug on Xbox?

Players can manually update their consoles on January 16th, or automatically receive the update globally a week later.

Baldur's Gate 3, developed by Larian Studios, follows in the tradition of its classic predecessors, offering a rich role-playing experience in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. The launch version of Baldur's Gate 3 entered Early Access in October 2020. During this phase, players were able to dive into the opening act of the game, while also providing feedback for its ongoing development. Known for their Divinity series, Larian Studios has been celebrated for their ability to craft deep and engaging RPG mechanics, which they have brought to life once again in the eagerly anticipated third installment of the Baldur's Gate series. The final version of the game promises further enhancements and content that will conclude the grand adventure that fans have been eagerly anticipating.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-01-10 13:30:07
Oh man, that persistent save bug in Baldur's Gate 3 really threw Xbox players for a loop, but it's dope to see Larian Studios and Microsoft jumping on a firmware fix so quickly. While bugs can be a bummer, it's reassuring to see a studio that stays on top of issues and keeps the community in the loop—plus, I'm hyped to see what Larian's cooking up next
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-01-10 13:15:09
Larian Studios' swift response to the pesky save bug plaguing Baldur's Gate 3 Xbox players is both a relief and a testament to their commitment to a smooth gameplay experience. Plus, that tease from Swen Vincke about their next project adds to the hype—they've really nailed the art of keeping fans on their toes while continuously improving their current epic.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-01-10 13:00:10
Ah, the classic tale of bugs versus patches in the gaming wild—it's good to see Larian Studios and Xbox teaming up to zap that pesky save bug so players can get back to enjoying Baldur's Gate 3 without fear of their progress pulling a Houdini. With ongoing updates and a hint of new ventures from Vincke, it's like watching a skilled bard tuning up before the next big performance – keeps the anticipation high and the community buzzing
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