Wed Jan 29 13:30:00 IST 2025: ## Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 Accidentally Released on PS5
**SAN MATEO, CA –** Larian Studios has confirmed that Patch 8 for Baldur’s Gate 3, intended for a later release, is currently available for download on PlayStation 5. However, the studio emphasizes this is an unintended early release and not the planned stress test.
The massive update, announced in December, includes highly anticipated features such as cross-platform progression, photo mode, and 12 new subclasses. While a stress test for PC and Xbox consoles was recently opened to participants, this PS5 deployment appears to be an error.
Larian Studios advises PS5 players against downloading Patch 8 at this time. The company cautions that save files created with Patch 8 will be incompatible with Patch 7, making rollback impossible. Players who have already downloaded the patch are urged to proceed with caution due to the potential for unforeseen bugs and glitches.
Despite the accidental release, Larian’s statement suggests the official launch of Patch 8 is imminent. The company is currently investigating the cause of the premature release and working with its partners to rectify the situation. Further information regarding the official stress test and Patch 8 rollout is expected soon.
First Piper 