Baldur's Gate 3 continues to unveil its mysteries, captivating fans with every new discovery. Larian Studios' masterpiece is gradually revealing its secrets, thanks to dedicated dataminers who have been uncovering hidden elements within the game. One of the most intriguing finds has been an evil ending, which was recently rediscovered during the testing phase of the eighth major patch. In this ending, the protagonist can eliminate the illithid parasite by violently extracting and destroying it without suffering any harm. Following this dramatic event, players face a pivotal choice: either the hero and their companions depart together, or the hero leaves the companions behind.
The gaming community eagerly anticipates the full implementation of this dark ending with the release of the eighth patch for Baldur's Gate 3. This patch promises to bring significant updates and potentially finalize this narrative arc, adding depth and choice to the already rich gameplay experience.
Meanwhile, in related industry news, BioWare, the developer behind Dragon Age: The Veilguard, has announced layoffs, reigniting discussions about the state of the gaming industry. Michael Daus, the publishing director of Larian Studios, took to social media to express his views on the matter. He emphasized the importance of valuing workers and argued that decision-makers should bear the burden of layoffs rather than the regular employees. Daus stressed that it is not necessary to dismiss a significant portion of the development team between or after projects. He believes that preserving institutional knowledge is crucial for the success of future endeavors.
