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How to Equip a Torch on Baldur’s Gate 3 (PC, PS5 & MacOS)

Light it up.

Baldur's Gate 3 has a lot of locations where light is absolutely essential. Act 2, as a matter of fact, takes place almost entirely in darkness; the Shadow-Cursed Lands are some of the scariest in Faerun. In order to survive and see where you're going, you'll need a source of light, such as a trusty torch. Here's how PS5 players can equip one in Baldur's Gate 3.

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Baldur's Gate 3 PS5 - How to equip a Torch

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Torches can be found all over the place in every Act of Baldur's Gate 3. Since they never lose durability, you can hang onto the same one throughout your playthrough, but they can be strangely difficult to use. Here's a breakdown of how to equip torches on every platform that BG3 is currently available for.

Related: BG3 – How to save the Tieflings & Wulbren in Baldur’s Gate 3

PlayStation 5

Open the inventory menu to interact with the action wheels. Press the Square button to open the Radial Customization menu. Select "Set Slot" if the slot is empty or "Swap Slot" if the slot on the menu already has something in it. Scroll down in the menu that opens until you find the torch, then press X. Next, use the radial menu to select the torch, and the character you are currently in control of will pull out a torch. If you are duel-wielding or holding a one-handed weapon, you should keep the weapon in your other hand while holding the torch.

PC and MacOS

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If a torch is in your inventory, it should automatically be slotted into your light equipment box on the character that holds it. There is a small button in the actions window that allows you to toggle between your weapons and your light source. You can also click and drag the torch or lantern into the light source slot.

Baldur's Gate 3 Torch Alternatives

If you don't feel like bothering with equipping and unequipping torches in Baldur's Gate 3, there are some alternatives. Clerics, Wizards, and Sorcerers can learn Light by default. Light does not require concentration and lasts until a long rest. Clerics and Druids can access Produce Flame, which works similarly to the Light spell but can also be used as an attack. Both are cantrips, which means there are no limits to how many times you can use them.

For more Baldur's Gate 3, check out Eldritch Knight Build Guide BG3 on Pro Game Guides.


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