How to get Baldur’s Gate 3 early access on PS5

Tyler Constable
An screenshot from Baldur's Gate 3.

Larian Studios’ massive RPG Baldur’s Gate 3 has almost arrived for PS5 players, and you’ll get the chance to play the game early, thanks to a small period of early access. Here’s how you can play Baldur’s Gate 3 a few days early on PS5.

Baldur’s Gate 3 has been a massive success since it launched on PC, achieving record-breaking player numbers, and becoming the highest-rated PC game of all time just a couple of weeks after its official release.

With the game doing so well, it’s no wonder console non-PC players are eager to dive into Dungeons and Dragons and start creating their builds, meeting companions, and battling monsters.

The PS5 release for Baldur’s Gate 3 is just around the corner now, and if you’re particularly eager to dive into the expansive RPG, you can access the game early.

Without further ado, here’s precisely how you can play Baldur’s Gate 3 early on PS5.

An image from Baldur's Gate 3 featuring a character in a cutscene.

How to get Baldur’s Gate 3 early access on PS5

To get early access to Baldur’s Gate 3 on PS5, you’ll have to pre-order the game’s Digital Deluxe edition. This version is available for $79.99 / $65.99 and can be downloaded directly from the PlayStation store.

The RPG will be released for PS5 on September 6, 2023, but everyone who purchases the Digital Deluxe edition will get 3 days of early access starting September 3, 2023. During this time, players can play through the entirety of Act 1, and you’ll also receive a couple of pre-order bonuses, including an exclusive Dice Theme and an Adventurer’s Pouch.

If you can’t wait to start your dice-rolling adventure, spending a bit extra money to get 72 hours of additional access is a great option. Baldur’s Gate 3 had previously been in early access for over 3 years on PC, and if you’re on the fence about splashing the extra cash for early PS5 access, you can find our thoughts on the experience here.

That’s how you can access Baldur’s Gate 3 on PS5 early! For more content on the game, check out our guides below:

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