How to Mod Baldur’s Gate 3 – Step by Step Guide

Baldur’s Gate 3 offers a plethora of adventure in the Forgotten Realms, allowing for more customization choices than ever before. This level of creativity makes playing the game incredibly enjoyable, thanks in large part to the dedicated community of players who have been actively creating mods to enhance your experience. If you’re keen on joining in on the fun, here’s a guide on how to mod Baldur’s Gate 3.

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Learning How to Mod in Baldur’s Gate 3

Fortunately, tools like the fan-made Baldur’s Gate 3 Mod Manager have simplified what could be a complex process. These programs automatically detect downloaded mods and take care of the heavy lifting for you. You still retain the control to install the mod manager and select which mods to activate during your gaming session.

Here’s a step-by-step process for customizing your gaming experience:

• Download and extract the Baldur’s Gate 3 Mod Manager (available on Nexus Mods or GitHub).
• Launch the Mod Manager.
• Manually download the desired mods from a mod website.
• Extract the mod files, copy the .pkg file to the following path: C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Larian Studios\Baldur’s Gate 3\Mods. Note: The \AppData\ folder may be hidden by default – enable it through the file explorer settings.

• Refresh the Baldur’s Gate 3 mod manager until the mod appears.
• The mod will initially be in the inactive pane; simply drag and drop it to the active pane to activate it. The mod’s load order, indicated by a number beside the mod files, determines its priority. The mod author typically provides guidance on the ideal load order. Save the load order by pressing Ctrl+S, and then launch the game from the mod manager using Ctrl+Shift+G.

Where to Get Mods

The beauty of mods lies in the endless possibilities they offer. Nexus Mods is a prime source for Baldur’s Gate 3 mods, as well as mods for other games. With nearly 4,000 mods available, ranging from quality of life improvements to new weapons and character customization options, you’ll find plenty to enhance your gaming experience.

This guide aims to assist you in modding Baldur’s Gate 3 successfully. One important tip: always keep a separate save for your original playthrough in case any issues arise. Modding can sometimes be risky and may potentially corrupt your save file.