hotfix · September 23, 2025
Baldur’s Gate 3 Hotfix #34 Brings Native Steam Deck Build and Intel XeSS Support
Baldur’s Gate 3 Hotfix #34 delivers a native Steam Deck application for improved stability, adds Intel XeSS support, and fixes multiple combat and platform crashes.
Larian Studios has released Hotfix #34 for Baldur’s Gate 3, headlined by a native Steam Deck build that reduces CPU usage and memory consumption while improving portable play stability.
Native Steam Deck Support and Performance
Running the game natively on the Steam Deck requires less CPU usage and memory consumption than the Proton compatibility layer. Saves automatically sync via Steam Cloud to the native folder, though manual transfers from compatdata directories remain available. Model streaming improvements also benefit all platforms, reducing framerate spikes in busy areas like the Lower City in Act 3.
Graphics and Intel XeSS Integration
Intel's Super Sampling technology, XeSS, is now supported on DX11 for Intel Xe cards and on Vulkan for Intel Xe and other vendors' cards. Players can manually switch the upscaling type from FSR 1 to FSR 2.2 in the video settings for balanced performance and image sharpness.
Combat, Crash, and Audio Fixes
The patch resolves crashes related to the Slow condition, using the Find Familiar spell on Scratch and Boo during combat, and loading saves during Honour Mode. Audio loops like continuous djinn sounds and rattling Moonlanterns are fixed, while Halsin now yells when gaining barbarian Rage instead of miming.
Why this patch matters
Hotfix #34 provides a native Steam Deck version alongside critical stability and crash interventions across PC, Xbox, and PS5.