Larian Studios has surprised fans by announcing a significant update for Baldur's Gate 3 in 2025, defying expectations that Patch 7 would be the final major update. This substantial update will include highly anticipated features like cross-play support and a photo mode, but the real highlight is the introduction of twelve brand-new subclasses, each promising unique and exciting gameplay mechanics.
While details on four subclasses have already been revealed, let's delve into the remaining eight:
Oath of the Crown Paladin: This paladin subclass champions justice and societal well-being. Their signature ability, Divine Devotion, absorbs incoming damage meant for allies, converting it into healing.
Arcane Archer: Blending martial skill with arcane magic, the Arcane Archer fires enchanted arrows capable of blinding, weakening, or even banishing enemies to the Feywild until their next turn. Remarkably, they can even redirect a missed shot to hit another enemy.
Drunken Master Monk: This unconventional monk incorporates alcohol into their fighting style. A key ability intoxicates opponents, leaving them disoriented while enhancing the monk's own capabilities. Using Instant Sobriety on an intoxicated foe unleashes a devastating attack that inflicts both physical and mental damage.
Swarmkeeper Ranger: Harnessing the power of nature, this ranger commands swarms of creatures as allies. These swarms provide protection and aid in teleportation. In combat, they can deploy three distinct swarm types: electric jellyfish, blinding moths, and stinging bees (the latter knocking back enemies failing a strength check by 4.5 meters).
