Baldur’s Gate 3patch #5adds new game modes, balance updates, new gameplay, and more. The new Custom Mode is just what I needed, as it allows full customization of the difficulty and experience of a playthrough in Baldur’s Gate 3.
What is Custom Mode in BG3?
Custom Mode allows you to change many aspects of your adventure including various ways to customize combat difficulty, gameplay functions, and even trading and rest mechanics. The combat mechanics include enemy aggressiveness, character power, enemy loadouts, and additional mechanics. All can be changed between Story, Balanced, and Tactictian difficulty. There are also additional options to customize the experience with hidden rolls, DC, or enemy health.
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Best Custom Mode Settings in BG3
Here are some Custom Mode Settings that work well for a Baldur’s Gate 3 playthrough:
Hardcore Custom Mode:
Hardcore Mode will allow you to have all the difficulty ofHonour Modewithout having to stick to a single save. The Hidden rolls will also make dialogue and exploration more exciting and difficult.
Realistic D&D Custom Mode:
Realistic D&D takes a slightly different approach than Hardcore Mode, but can still be very challenging. The Camp Supply Modifier is set to the Balanced difficulty and enemies will have slightly weaker loadout. NPC health and roll DCs are hidden like tabletop Dungeons and Dragons for the full experience.
Combat Heavy Custom Mode:
If combat is what you really want to focus on during your playthrough, this Combat Heavy Mode will remove mechanics like Camp Supply Management and hidden checks, but will still provide challenging combat. Trader prices should also be set low if you want access to the best equipment, but that setting can be adjusted for personal preference.
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