Baldur's Gate 3 Adds 14 New PS5 and Xbox Mods, Including a Drizzt Class and Two Subclasses

Baldur's Gate 3 may have finished its major official content updates, but its community continues to provide new reasons to return to the Forgotten Realms. Console players have received another 14 approved mods, including one that brings the fighting style of legendary Dungeons & Dragons character Drizzt Do'Urden into character creation.

The latest additions were reported by Video Games Chronicle on November 10 and are also reflected in the official mod.io catalog. They are available through the in-game mod browser on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

This is not a new Larian Studios expansion or a developer-created class update. The content comes from community authors whose mods have been approved for distribution on consoles.

The new collection includes a mixture of gameplay modifications, equipment and appearance options, giving returning players several different ways to approach another playthrough.

A custom class inspired by Drizzt Do'Urden

The Legend of Drizzt is one of the most substantial additions in the new batch. Created by CreativeExcuses, the mod introduces a character class inspired by Drizzt Do'Urden, the dark elf ranger from R. A. Salvatore's Forgotten Realms novels.

Rather than adding a complete new campaign starring Drizzt, the mod focuses on recreating his combat identity as a playable character build.

Its class is called Light in the Dark, and it emphasizes dual-wielding, mobility, precision and defensive abilities. Players can choose between two paths with different approaches to power and balance.

Path of the Lone Drow is intended to provide a more restrained version of the class, although the creator still describes it as relatively powerful. Grace of the Exile is designed as a considerably stronger interpretation of Drizzt's legendary capabilities.

The mod also features Guenhwyvar, the panther closely associated with Drizzt in the novels, whose abilities develop as the character progresses.

A second creation, Drizzt's Swords Icingdeath and Twinkle, introduces his famous scimitars as usable equipment. Players interested in reproducing the character's familiar fighting style can therefore combine the class with recognizable weapons.

Because these are fan-created additions, they should not be confused with an official narrative appearance or a new canonical storyline for Drizzt in Baldur's Gate 3.

Monks and Barbarians gain new options

Two more additions expand the subclass selection. Way of the Sword Saint introduces a Monk specialization focused on sword-based combat, while Wild Spring Barbarian provides another option for Barbarian characters.

Both are particularly relevant to players who enjoy experimenting with party compositions and alternative character builds.

A new subclass can change which actions become available, how a character contributes to an encounter and which equipment combinations prove effective.

Paladins also receive an additional option through Zatheris' Paladin Cantrips, which expands their available minor spells.

These additions go beyond cosmetic changes. They can affect combat and character progression, although their approval for console distribution does not mean Larian considers them balanced in exactly the same way as the base game's original classes.

All 14 new console mods

The November 10 batch contains the following creations:

- The Legend of Drizzt — a custom class inspired by Drizzt Do'Urden. - Drizzt's Swords Icingdeath and Twinkle — the character's signature scimitars. - Way of the Sword Saint — a new Monk subclass. - Wild Spring Barbarian — a new Barbarian subclass. - Zatheris' Paladin Cantrips — additional Paladin cantrips. - ZillionZ of Expressions — additional expressions for Photo Mode. - Midnight Sparkle — a new outfit. - Orion's Tears — decorative earrings for character customization. - Vigilantia — new armor. - Edith — an additional character creator head preset. - ASE Summer Vibes — summer outfits and camp items. - NYX — armor and camp clothing. - ASGORATH — armor and camp clothing. - P4 Gale Padded Robe — an outfit based on Gale's Early Access appearance.

The distinction between gameplay and cosmetic additions is worth noting. Some players want an entirely new character build for a lengthy campaign. Others simply want different armor, a more distinctive face or better outfit choices for their companions.

ZillionZ of Expressions is particularly interesting for players who use Photo Mode. It broadens the range of expressions available for staging scenes and capturing characters.

Installing the new mods on console

Console players do not need to transfer files from a PC or modify the game's installation manually to use this collection.

The process begins in Baldur's Gate 3's main menu. Open the Mod Manager, browse or search for the desired creation, read its description and download it using the built-in interface.

Installed mods can be managed through a dedicated section of the browser.

Larian introduced official console mod support alongside Patch 7 in October 2024. Under that system, community modifications are reviewed before they can become available on PlayStation and Xbox.

The review process examines basic functionality, usability and stability. Platform-specific technical restrictions also apply, which is why the console catalog does not contain every mod available on PC.

Players should still read each mod's description carefully. Some creations require other mods or particular configuration steps, and compatibility can change after updates.

Modding comes with achievement and save considerations

There is an important trade-off for players who want to use the new content without disrupting an existing campaign.

Larian's official documentation confirms that achievements are automatically disabled while using mods. Players pursuing trophies or achievements should therefore consider keeping a separate, unmodded playthrough.

Multiplayer sessions also require compatible mod configurations. Participants may need matching mod versions, and the game can prompt them to synchronize content before joining a session.

Cross-save functionality introduces another limitation. A PC save using mods approved for console can be compatible with those platforms, but a save dependent on PC-only mods may not load on PlayStation or Xbox.

For this reason, starting a new campaign specifically for heavily modified gameplay is often more convenient than changing the configuration of a long-running save.

Players should also remember that community mods may receive revisions or become unavailable. Console approval reduces certain compatibility risks, but it cannot eliminate every possible conflict between modifications.

The community is extending the game's lifespan

Larian Studios has moved beyond the main content development cycle for Baldur's Gate 3 and is working on other projects. The continued appearance of console mods therefore represents community-driven expansion rather than a return to official DLC production.

Regular curated batches also help console players participate in a form of customization that was historically far more accessible on PC.

The new Drizzt class illustrates the creative potential of that system. It allows fans to bring another recognizable figure from Forgotten Realms fiction into their personal adventures without requiring Larian to rewrite the game's official narrative.

Meanwhile, new subclasses, weapons, outfits and character creator options can make familiar encounters feel different on subsequent playthroughs.

All 14 additions have been listed for console distribution, and players can check their current availability directly through Baldur's Gate 3's built-in Mod Manager.