Permanent Detect Thoughts.
baldurs-gate-3 — Mods & Enhancements
Permanent Detect Thoughts is a small gameplay mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that converts the Detect Thoughts spell into a permanent buff, removing the concentration requirement. It's for players who find the spell's limited duration tedious and want it always active. With 726 endorsements and 92,788 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life tweak.
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Downloads: 92,788 | Endorsements: 726💡 Notes
By Joco | v1.0 | 726 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Make sure to install this mod with a mod manager like Vortex or BG3 Mod Manager to avoid conflicts.
Check if your game version is up to date—mods from 2023 might need a compatibility patch for newer patches.
Since this removes concentration, you can now concentrate on other spells like Hex or Bless while using Detect Thoughts.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Huge download count (92,788) shows tons of players want this QoL change.
- Simple, focused tweak that does exactly what it says—no bloat.
- Removing concentration frees up your concentration slot for other spells.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in October 2023—may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
- No install instructions provided by the author, so you'll need to know how to mod BG3.
- Permanent Detect Thoughts might trivialize exploration and dialogue—some players may find it too strong.