Baldur’s Gate 3 Scalers Exposed: A Scourge Ruining Gamers’ Joy

The Ugly Truth of Scalping: Baldur’s Gate 3 Director Calls Out the Scourge

As the director of publishing for Baldur’s Gate 3, Michael Douse, is keenly aware of the frustration that comes with trying to get their hands on the game’s coveted collector’s editions. And, unfortunately, scalpers are not helping the matter. Scoring a physical PC or PS5 collector’s edition of the game would typically set you back £217 (€260), but scalpers are now listing these exclusive editions for thousands of pounds on auction sites. Yes, you read that right – thousands of pounds!

To put it in perspective, Douse shared an image of someone trying to flog their collector’s edition for a jaw-dropping £2.9K (€3.4K). When asked about his thoughts on these unscrupulous individuals, Douse expressed understanding of the concept of commodity, but emphasized that collector’s editions are meant to make someone happy, not rich. "Hate scalpers, man," he tweeted. "I understand how commodity works, but this CE isn’t a commodity, it’s designed to make someone happy, not rich. If you’re buying it to trade, all you’re doing is making someone sad."

Scalping: A Plague Upon the Gaming World

The response to Douse’s post was overwhelming, with over a hundred comments pouring in from fans who were equally appalled by the situation. "That someone is me," lamented one commenter. It’s disheartening to see the gaming community, which is built on a foundation of passion and camaraderie, manipulated by these soulless scalpers.

But, in the spirit of community, the response also highlighted the anticipation surrounding Baldur’s Gate 3. With the promise of real-time combat finally within reach, courtesy of an enterprising modder, there’s plenty to be excited about. Last month brought news of the game edging closer to achieving its classic real-time combat experience, and, with the addition of community-created content, the possibilities are truly endless.

A Reality Check for Scalpers

Scalping has become a pervasive problem in the gaming world, and it’s time we take a stand against it. By being more mindful of our purchasing decisions, we can starve these scalpers of the oxygen they crave and ensure that the gaming community remains a place where fans can come together to share their passion for great games. So, let’s stand united against scalping and create a more level playing field for all gamers.