Baldur’s Gate 3 roll continues right when you thought it couldn’t get any more convoluted. Developer Larian Studios drops a new hotfix that limits console players to 100 active mods. Yes, you heard that right, one hundred. It feels like being told you can only have one slice of pizza at an all-you-can-eat buffet. But is this restriction a necessary evil or an unnecessary burden?
The crux of the matter? Players with over 100 mods were experiencing slow loading times and even game crashes, issues that are as welcome as a goblin raid in your cozy tavern. To address this dilemma, Larian has implemented a hard cap on mod usage for the game’s PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions. According to their blog post, “Who plays with more than 100 mods in a single save, you might ask? Well, as it turns out, there’s a handful of you.” It seems like they’ve been eavesdropping on our late-night gaming sessions!
This isn’t just about keeping things tidy. It’s also about maintaining stability in an environment where consoles can’t juggle as many files as their PC counterparts. The developers candidly pointed out that “the more mods you have installed, the quicker this file limit is reached.” So yes, while we might love to dress up our characters with every possible outfit from here to Faerûn, sometimes less truly is more.
What does this mean for those who’ve already gone full-on modding mad? Have you crossed the threshold into mod overdrive and cannot load your beloved saves because you’ve exceeded the new limit? Tough luck, for now! And if you’re juggling cross-saves between PC and console but can’t access your favorite save because it’s packed tighter than an adventurer’s pack before setting off on a quest? You may need to hop back onto your PC version and trim your active mods.
The silver lining here could be improved performance for those who follow Larian’s guidance and stick closely to their preferred selection of mods. Fewer mods mean potentially smoother gameplay, a blessing we all crave after harrowing battles against hordes of enemies!
However, let’s not sugarcoat it: limiting creativity never sits well with gamers who love personalizing their experience. While some players appreciate streamlined gameplay without technical hiccups, others may feel stifled by these restrictions. After all, part of what makes role-playing games so immersive is customizing everything from character aesthetics to intricate gameplay mechanics through various mods. Larian promises another fix soon for those without access due to exceeding the mod cap, so keep your eyes peeled for updates if you’re in this predicament.
If there’s anything we’ve learned from years spent roaming dungeons and slaying dragons (or getting our butts kicked repeatedly), it’s that adaptability is critical. Until the next time, see you around!
