Summary
One very dedicatedBaldur’s Gate 3fan and Twitch streamer has created the ultimate DIY project, a custom controller in the shape of the game’s Artefact. Though Larian Studios is in the process of moving on to work on their next two titles,Baldur’s Gate 3retains a special place in many of its fans' hearts and continues to inspire creativity.
Since its full release,Baldur’s Gate 3has gone on to become one of the biggest games of 2023.Baldur’s Gate 3amassed multiple Game of the Yearawards and a loyal fan following that keeps the game at an overwhelmingly positive score on Steam while having over half a million reviews.
Baldur’s Gate 3fan, game designer, and Twitch Streamer, Rudeism, took to Twitter to unveil the finished result of his latest project: acustom Xbox controllerin the shape of the Mysterious Artefact, the twenty-sided object at the heart ofBaldur’s Gate 3. This fully functional Mysterious Artefact controller was 3D printed and built by Rudeism himself, and contains 20 buttons and internal motion sensors that take the place of a normal controller’s thumbsticks. The custom Mysterious Artefact controller has received the attention of some involved in the creation ofBaldur’s Gate 3, being retweeted by the CEO of Larian Studios, Swen Vincke, and Halsin’s voice actor, Dave Jones.
As per creator Rudeism, he originally intended to have theBaldur’s Gate 3controller finished within a week of its inception, in time for the Game Awards, which took place in December 2023. However, the Mysterious Artefact controller ended up being a much more complex build than anticipated, taking 5 months in total to complete.Baldur’s Gate 3ended up taking home the covetedGame of the Year at the Game Awards 2023, as well as multiple other awards.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Fan Creates Amazing Artefact Controller
ButRudeism is no stranger to building custom controllers. His Twitch bio mentions having made functional controllers out of all sorts of unorthodox objects, from bananas and baguettes to tractors. One of his most recent builds was a frying pan, inspired by the upcoming game Artic Eggs. He concedes that the Mysterious Artefact controller is “… not the most ergonomic controller I’ve ever made…”.
While the Mysterious Artefact controller is fully functional, it has yet to prove itself in-game. A full test of the Mysterious Artefact controller’s functionality is taking place on Jul 20, 2025 vialivestream on Rudeism’s Twitch, when he will attempt to use the controller to playBaldur’s Gate 3.
Baldur’s Gate 3
WHERE TO PLAY
Abducted, infected, lost. You are turning into a monster, but as the corruption inside you grows, so does your power. Forge a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Caught in a conflict between devils, deities, and sinister otherworldly forces, you and your party will determine the fate of the Forgotten Realms.THE ULTIMATE D&D EXPERIENCEChoose from a wide selection of D&D races and classes, or play as an origin character with a hand-crafted background. Adventure, loot, battle, and romance as you journey through the Forgotten Realms and beyond. Play alone or as a party of up to four in multiplayer – and select your companions carefully.A CINEMATIC STORYTELLING EPICForged with the new Divinity 4.0 engine, Baldur’s Gate 3 gives you unprecedented freedom to explore, experiment, and interact with a world that reacts to your choices. A grand, cinematic narrative brings you closer to your characters than ever before, as you venture through our biggest world yet. Romance, deceive, aid, obstruct, and grow alongside your friends thanks to Larian’s next-generation RPG engine.
