In the latest update for Baldur's Gate 3, the developer has implemented changes to improve character appearances, making them less reminiscent of individuals struggling with webcam usage.
Larian Studios, the developers behind Baldur's Gate 3, have released a new minor patch, Hotfix #33, on July 31, 2025. This update focuses on bug fixes, improved stability, UI improvements, and mod publishing enhancements, primarily targeting issues on the Xbox console version.
The latest patch addresses several potential crashes, including those triggered by using the Set Slot option, during combat, after failing an Arcana check in Moonrise Towers, when interacting with the Trade UI, and when resuming the game or pressing continue on Xbox. It also fixes a bug that caused the game to freeze when hovering over skills on the Action Radial Menu and improves UI jitteriness on controllers when frame rates drop below 75 FPS.
One of the key changes in the update is the extension of the time limit for publishing large mods. This aims to prevent the error "Task has been cancelled" when sharing complex modifications. The update also addresses the issue of "really weird character portraits" that appeared after Patch 8, causing the avatars to look oddly framed. This issue potentially ruining the aesthetic experience and causing psychological discomfort for some players.
Despite focusing on a new project, Larian Studios continues to closely monitor Baldur's Gate 3, a clear indication of their commitment to the game. The extended time limit for publishing large mods is welcomed by the modding community as it aims to improve the modding experience on Xbox.
The continued monitoring of Baldur's Gate 3 by Larian Studios is welcomed by fans and modders alike. The studio has not revealed details about their new project yet, but the ongoing support for Baldur's Gate 3 indicates that it remains a priority.
In summary, the patch focuses on bug fixes, improved stability (notably on Xbox), UI improvements, and mod publishing enhancements. Owners of Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox Series X and S can expect fixes for issues such as the game freezing when reaching a new level and crashes when trying to load a saved game after a previous crash. The update is a smaller hotfix mainly for bug fixes rather than new content, coming a few months after the last major update in April 2025 that added cross-play and new subclasses.
Technology advancements in the latest patch for Baldur's Gate 3, developed by Larian Studios, enhance the modding experience on Xbox, with an extended time limit for publishing large mods. The new update also includes gadgets, such as improvements to the Action Radial Menu and UI jitteriness on controllers, ensuring smoother gameplay for players.
