The latest update to Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3, Patch 5, introduces the daunting Honour Mode, presenting an extreme challenge to even the most seasoned players of this beloved RPG. The recent data shared by Larian reveals just how arduous this new mode is, along with other interesting player preferences and choices in the game.
Honour Mode in Baldur’s Gate 3 has been designed as an endurance test, pushing players to their limits with a single-save file policy and ramped-up difficulty. This mode not only enhances the general challenge of the game but also empowers bosses with an array of new, more potent Legendary Actions.
The statistics are telling: of the approximately 158,000 playthroughs initiated in Honour Mode, only 464 parties have completed it, and over 34,000 runs have ended in defeat. These numbers underline the mode’s rigorous nature, where a party wipe means the end of the journey, although players can technically continue in Custom Mode.
Achievement in Honour Mode
Completing Baldur’s Gate 3 in Honour Mode is a remarkable accomplishment, as indicated by the low number of successful completions. Those who have managed to clear this mode have certainly earned their bragging rights, marking their achievement as a testament to their skill and strategic acumen in the game.
Larian Studios has also shared insights into the character choices of Baldur’s Gate 3 players. The Paladin class remains the top pick, while Elves have emerged as the most popular race for starting characters. A significant 94% of players opt for custom character creation, collectively spending over 8 years in the character creator tool.
💀 Number of you who started an Honour Mode playthrough? 158'000
🩻 Of those players, 464 parties have made it to the end already. 34'000 of you…have already met your match. Better luck next time. pic.twitter.com/sLZ53yxHS4— Larian Studios (@larianstudios) December 5, 2023
In the Origins category, Gale leads in popularity, closely followed by Astarion. For those interested in the game’s romantic storylines, Shadowheart is the preferred romantic interest, with Karlach and Lae’zel also being popular choices.
As Baldur’s Gate 3 prepares for its Xbox launch, a new wave of players is expected to join the ranks. The game’s anticipation is further heightened by its nominations for multiple Game Awards and an upcoming announcement at the event. These developments suggest that the buzz around Baldur’s Gate 3 will only continue to grow as the year comes to a close.
