Dragons in the Console: Baldur’s Gate 3 Gets a Massive Mod Drop, New Class, and a Skyrim Crossover

The world of Baldur’s Gate 3 on PC has long been a playground for modders, with a vibrant community creating thousands of pieces of fan-made content that range from simple cosmetic changes to entirely new classes and mechanics. For console players, however, this world has been a tantalizing, but distant, dream. But now, that dream has become a reality. In a massive and unexpected update, Larian Studios has added a whopping 29 new pieces of content to the official in-game mod manager for PlayStation 5 and Xbox players. The update is a game-changer, bringing a level of customization and a fresh sense of replayability to the console versions of the game. The headline additions are a brand-new “Dragontamer” class, a powerful new sorcerer subclass, and a surprising crossover with another fantasy titan, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. This is a monumental update, and it is a powerful signal that Larian is committed to providing a high-value experience for all of its players, regardless of their platform.

The Dragontamer Class: A Bond forged in Combat

The most significant addition in this new mod drop is the “Dragontamer” class. This fan-made class, which has been a staple in the PC modding community for some time, is a unique hybrid of a martial fighter and a beastmaster ranger, but with a crucial twist: your companion is a dragon. The mod is a full-featured experience, with a detailed progression system that sees your dragon companion start as a tiny wyrmling and grow in size and power as you level up. The class is a dream come true for players who have always wanted a dragon companion, and it is a testament to the creativity and skill of the mod’s creator, Raidboss_L, who has continually updated and improved the mod since its original release. The addition of this class is a massive win for console players who, until now, have been unable to experience this level of unique and complex gameplay. The mod also comes with a new subclass, the “Frozen Sorcery” sorcerer, which adds a suite of ice-based spells and abilities, giving players a powerful new way to play a magic-wielding character.

From Tamriel to Faerûn: A Skyrim Crossover

In a crossover that no one saw coming, the new update also includes a variety of new cosmetic options that are directly inspired by Bethesda’s The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. The new “Skyrim Hairstyles” mod adds a range of new hairstyles to the character creation menu, giving players the ability to create a character that looks as if they just stepped out of the world of Tamriel. This is a small but incredibly significant addition, as it shows that Larian is not only open to official mod support but is also willing to embrace the larger fantasy gaming community. The mod drop also includes a variety of other popular PC mods, including a full set of “Necromancy” spells, a new “5e Dodge Action,” and a variety of new armors, outfits, and even new head sculpts. The “Solo Leveling Shadow Monarch” class, based on the popular anime, is another notable addition that brings a completely different playstyle to the game. These are not just simple aesthetic mods; they are a clear sign of Larian’s long-term plan to make Baldur’s Gate 3 a game that can be endlessly customized and replayed, a concept that is a clear high-value proposition for a game that has already won countless awards and a massive, dedicated fanbase.

The new update for Baldur’s Gate 3 is a game-changer for console players. It not only brings a level of customization that was once only available to PC players, but it also signals a new era for the game, one where player-created content is not just a side-note, but a core part of the game’s ongoing experience. For now, console players can look forward to exploring Faerûn with a new dragon companion, a new set of spells, and even a new hairstyle, all thanks to a development team that is truly listening to its community.