From this page of the guide you will learn what types of multiplayer gameplay BG3 supports.

Here we will discuss the available multiplayer gameplay modes, as well as explain the details associated with them.

Below we’ve listed all multiplayer options to help you pick the one you like the most.

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Co-op campaign

The default multiplayer option inBaldur’s Gate 3isa co-operative sessionwith a maximum of 4 people.

To start an online game, go for the"Multiplayer"option from the main menu.

you’re able to eitherjoin an ongoing sessionorhost a new multiplayer campaign.

PC

As hosts and players, it’s possible for you to either settle forprivate sessionsor joinpublic games.

Players can create their own, original characters.

Another available option is to choose one of the characters from the storyline.

PC

you might change who that player is during the game.

Multiplayer instances can besaved and resumedat any time.

Playable characters have a lot offreedomtoo.

PC

If you so desire, you could even travel separately to an extent.

Players can influence each other in specific situations, for example,suggesting dialogue optionswhen talking to NPCs.

This kind of multiplayer is perfect ifyou intend to play regularly with a group of friends.

PC

Open singleplayer session

An alternative to a full co-op session is anopen singleplayer session.

you could also send game invitation yourself using friends list.

Notably,the experience level of the new hero will be scaledto match the rest of the group.

PC

How to remove a companion’s avatar?

When one of the players leaves the game, control of their character will be transferred to the host.

Once you do this,a special wardrobewill appear in the camp.

PlayStation

Local and split-screen co-op

Both aforementioned multiplayer modes are available online.

There is, however, an additional option, letting players organize co-op sessions throughLAN.

Both the console and PC versions ofBG3also have asplit-screen mode.

Xbox

To start it, justactivate the second controller connected to the console/PCat any time.

After that, a new companion will join the party.

Split screen mode is only available when playing on controllers.

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