Baldur's Gate EE Patch Notes: Easier Language & Apple Silicon — 2.7

By Rizwan Ahmed • Senior Writer, In Game News

• Engine Version: Infinity Engine 2.7 (Beta branch)
• Platform Support: Native support for Macs running Apple Silicon
• Cloud Saves: Integrated Steam Cloud saving functionality
• Localization (BG2): Added Brazilian Portuguese, Czech, and Ukrainian
• Localization (Icewind Dale): Added Hungarian and Japanese
• QoL: New flexible language system for future community translations
• Stability: Updates targeting long-term performance and modern hardware

The 2.7 Update: A Surprise Patch Five Years in the Making

In the gaming world, a five-year gap between updates usually means a project has been sunsetted. However, Beamdog just proved that legends never truly die. The team behind the Enhanced Editions of the Baldur’s Gate saga and Icewind Dale has officially opened the gates to the version 2.7 beta. This isn't just a minor bug fix; it’s a foundational shift for the Infinity Engine that aims to keep these CRPG staples running on modern rigs for another decade. At "In Game News," we’ve seen plenty of "classic" re-releases fall by the wayside as OS updates break legacy code. This 2.7 push is a vital move for preservation. While Beamdog has been busy with other projects like MythForce, returning to the Bhaalspawn saga shows a level of commitment to the fans that we frankly love to see.

Technical Gains: Apple Silicon and Better Cloud Saves

One of the biggest wins in this patch is for the Mac community. The move to native support for Apple Silicon is a massive game-changer for anyone playing on an M1, M2, or M3 MacBook. Previously, these games relied on translation layers which, while functional, never felt quite as snappy as native code. This update should result in better battery life and smoother performance during those high-intensity combat encounters where the screen is filled with spell effects. The update also tackles a long-standing annoyance: cloud saving. For years, managing saves in these games felt like a relic of the late 90s. The 2.7 version brings "proper cloud saving," allowing players to manage their data directly through Steam rather than buried inside the Gameplay Options menu. If you’re a Steam Deck user who frequently bounces between your handheld and a desktop, this fix is going to save you a lot of manual file-moving headaches.

Localization: Empowering the Community

Beamdog is leaning heavily into its global player base with this update. Baldur’s Gate 2: Enhanced Edition is receiving community-backed translations for Brazilian Portuguese, Czech, and Ukrainian. Meanwhile, Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition is picking up Hungarian and Japanese support. What’s even more interesting is the shift in how the engine handles these files. The team has implemented a new system for language support that makes it significantly easier to plug in new packs. Beamdog has even gone as far as to put a challenge out to the community: if fans want a Spanish translation for the first Baldur’s Gate, the developers are ready to provide the platform if the community provides the work.

The team in charge of keeping these classics playable is happy to give a platform to any community translators willing to do it themselves, which is certainly better than nothing.

Don't Let Your Mods Get "Borked"

If you’re a veteran of the Infinity Engine, you likely have a load order of mods that is longer than the game's script itself. A jump from version 2.6 to 2.7 is significant, and there is a very real risk that your current modded playthrough could get borked. Beamdog is being transparent about this risk. Their official recommendation for anyone worried about their setup is to "just copy/paste the whole of the game folder" before opting into the beta. This creates a local backup of the 2.6 version that won't be touched by Steam's auto-update feature. It’s a bit of a manual workaround, but for a game as heavily modded as Baldur’s Gate, it’s the only way to be safe.

How to Access the Beta

If you’re ready to test the new waters, the process is straightforward:

1. Open your Steam Library and right-click on the game (BG:EE, BG2:EE, or IWD:EE).
2. Select "Properties."
3. Navigate to the "Betas" tab.
4. Select the 2.7 beta branch from the dropdown menu.

The Road to Version 2.8 and Beyond

For the GOG purists out there, don't feel left out. While the testing is currently limited to Steam because it’s "the most technically convenient" for the developers, Beamdog has confirmed that the patch will eventually make its way to GOG. The developers are also actively looking for feedback on the Beamdog forums. If you find a bug or have a feature request for a potential 2.8 release, now is the time to speak up. Given that it took five years to get to this point, we might be waiting a while for the next one, but seeing these titles get modern QoL improvements in 2026 is a huge win for the CRPG community. Our take? If you’re playing on a Mac or a Steam Deck, opting into this beta is a no-brainer. For the heavy modders, stick to your 2.6 backups until the community has time to catch up with the new engine changes. Either way, it’s a great day to head back to the Sword Coast.