Baldur’s Gate 3 PS5 pre-load dates, as RPG overtakes Tears of the Kingdom

Baldur’s Gate 3 is making waves since launching on Steam earlier this month, earning rave reviews and posting big numbers on the Steam player charts. Fortunately, the Larian developed role-playing game is also coming to consoles, making its PS5 debut in early September. Indeed, the Baldur’s Gate 3 Digital Deluxe Edition has a September 2 release date, while the Standard Edition has a September 6 release date the PlayStation 5.

Even better is the news that Baldur’s Gate 3 can be pre-loaded ahead of launch, which means you can start playing as soon as the game goes live on PS5.

Customers who pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition can pre-load the game at 5pm BST UK time on August 31.

If you pre-order the Standard Edition on the PlayStation 5, you can pre-load the game at 5pm BST on September 4.

With the game weighing in at around 122GB on the PC, pre-loading is certainly recommended. Expect the PS5 file size to be revealed closer to launch.

Interest in the PS5 version of Baldur’s Gate 3 has grown since the game made its PC debut in early August.

In the weeks since launch, Baldur’s Gate 3 has racked up a hugely impressive 96% average score on Metacritic.

With a user score of 9.2, it’s currently the number one game of 2023, beating The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Considering the size and scope of the Larian RPG, it’s no surprise to see it gain such a huge following.

Described as the “ultimate D&D experience”, Baldur’s Gate 3 can be played in single or multiplayer.

“Abducted, infected, lost. You are turning into a monster, but as the corruption inside you grows, so does your power.

“Forge a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power.

“Caught in a conflict between devils, deities, and sinister otherworldly forces, you and your party will determine the fate of the Forgotten Realms.”