You could play Baldur’s Gate 3’s next major update before anyone else

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Baldur’s Gate 3 developer Larian Studios is inviting playtesters to preview the second and third acts of the much-anticipated RPG.

Ahead of the game’s full release sometime next year, eligible fans can get an early look at the final, as-yet-unseen portion of the game. According to the Larian webpage(opens in new tab) advertising the fresh wave of testing, you’ll get the chance to go hands-on with the game's final two acts, while providing feedback to shape the experience (thanks, Wargamer(opens in new tab))

To join, you’ll need to meet the eligibility criteria, which require you to commit to at least one full day of playtesting at a Larian office. They’re found in Barcelona, Gent, Selangor, and Quebec. You’ll be compensated for your work through a mix of cash, gift cards, game keys, and merchandise, although Larian emphasizes this isn’t a professional QA Testing role.

Sign up by heading to the Larian webpage and completing the application form. It’ll ask you a series of questions to gauge your gaming preferences and experience with Dungeons & Dragons, but should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete. Larian says it’s especially keen to hear from players who are vocally opinionated and driven to contribute to the experience of Baldur’s Gate 3. 

Despite the game releasing in early access back in 2020, Baldur's Gate 3's second and third acts are still something of a mystery. Up to now, only the first third of the game has been released, and the official FAQ(opens in new tab) on Baldur’s Gate 3’s Steam forum page suggests the final two acts will roll out when the game leaves early access next year.

It’s expected that the second act will center around the game’s titular city and make up a chunky portion of its overall