Baldur's Gate 3

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  1. PeriUrban
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    I spent 250 hours playing through the main quest and 6 origin character quests using a wizard build. Not my first Larian game, and certainly not my first CRPG, turn based outing.
    I was BLOWN sideways by the inventiveness, the production quality, the attention to detail, the fun and the originality. I hadn't played anything from the D&D stable before, and so the dice rolls were a bit    I spent 250 hours playing through the main quest and 6 origin character quests using a wizard build. Not my first Larian game, and certainly not my first CRPG, turn based outing.
    I was BLOWN sideways by the inventiveness, the production quality, the attention to detail, the fun and the originality. I hadn't played anything from the D&D stable before, and so the dice rolls were a bit strange to begin with, but I ended up loving the wee extra thrill they gave.
    Just started my second playthrough, and even just a couple of hours in I'm seeing things I never saw before.
    Such depth, such care taken. It even has a fantastic controller implementation for those of us who like that.
    Absolutely game of the year for me (and yes, I have played Starfield).    … Expand
  2. Arrikonaitty
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    There's nothing that I wouldn't love in this game
  3. Capitanupula
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    GOTY amazing game blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah 10/10
  4. DarthBrokoli
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Amazing game from Larian Studios .Its a modern approach to old school CRPG's .Despite Larian said that they are not planning any DLC, hopefully they will lauch couple of DLC and add more playable races to game .
  5. zorohatesrobin
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Briefly: GOTY 2023.
    Objectively, the game is 9 out of 10, it has a lot of content, an interesting plot, an excellent combat system and wonderful characters. Just imagine what the game will be like when it is completed with patches, bugs are fixed and the cut content is returned? It will be 12 out of 10.
    Коротко: ГОТИ 2023. Объективно игра на 9 из 10, в ней много контента, интересный    Briefly: GOTY 2023.
    Objectively, the game is 9 out of 10, it has a lot of content, an interesting plot, an excellent combat system and wonderful characters. Just imagine what the game will be like when it is completed with patches, bugs are fixed and the cut content is returned? It will be 12 out of 10.

    Коротко: ГОТИ 2023.
    Объективно игра на 9 из 10, в ней много контента, интересный сюжет, отличная боевая система и прекрасные персонажи. Просто представьте, какой игра будет, когда ее полностью доделают патчами, исправят баги и вернут вырезанный контент? Будет все 12 из 10.    … Expand
  6. royalguy07
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a new once in a generation standard bearer for a specific. and long running, style of RPG; Dungeons & Dragons. The game features dice rolls, ability checks, stat modifiers, etc. that people have come to associate with D&D. But even for those unfamiliar with the mega tabletop hit, Baldur's Gate 3 offers a unique and deep spin on the RPG genre, giving character choice andBaldur's Gate 3 is a new once in a generation standard bearer for a specific. and long running, style of RPG; Dungeons & Dragons. The game features dice rolls, ability checks, stat modifiers, etc. that people have come to associate with D&D. But even for those unfamiliar with the mega tabletop hit, Baldur's Gate 3 offers a unique and deep spin on the RPG genre, giving character choice and direction depth that has never before been seen in gaming.

    At its core, Baldur's Gate 3 is a standard fantasy RPG with a well tuned and tactical XCOM like battle system. Fights can be long and grueling, taking upwards of 30-45 minutes to finish, and positioning is key. Spells and classes are unique and well balanced in their implementation, although the D&D style combat dice rolling can be frustrating at times if you low roll a bunch in short span, the game is crystal clear though on the chance for your attack or ability to hit. Fights are also difficult and challenging, especially bosses and the larger encounters, some taking a couple trial and error runs with pre fight positioning and sequencing.

    Where the game truly shines above all others like it is in its breadth of player choice. You as the main player character can, effectively, do whatever you want. Yes, there are consequences, but there is never a shortage of options. In only my first several hours of gameplay I had killed 3 potential party members without even realizing. You can circumvent encounters with dialogue or character choices. You can turn yourself into an illithid monster and kill everything in your path. There are entirely too many possibilities to describe but if you can think of it you can usually do it.

    My most memorable and consequential decision came sometime in the early mid game when I arrived to the Last Light Inn. A character there revealed himself to me to be working for the 'Absolute' (bad guy) and that he wanted my help abducting the local priest who was protecting the inn with her magic. I chose to wait and see because I wanted to find a quiet way to dispatch of this guy and get an item he had that I wanted for myself. Immediately in my next conversation the guy made his move and abducted the priest right from the middle of everyone, without the priest the inn fell in to darkness and everybody there outside of my party died a grueling death. This is just an example of the consequences and intricacies within this game, everyone will have a different path and story through this game.

    Where the game does a little fall flat is in the 3rd act, which for the most takes place in a large city. The story, choices, and quests are just more straightforward here, lacking the diversity and polish of the previous areas. The game is also littered with visual and gameplay bugs that are typical for this genre. Missing textures or invisible objects can happen, the game can get stuck saving which prevents you from saving again or loading back into a previous save, I fully expect in future patches and developments for these issues to be fixed.

    Overall, due to some of its technical and story issues the game falls short of being in the top tier class of Skyrim or Witcher 3 for me. But it is without a doubt the most free and uninhibited RPG I have ever played.    … Expand
  7. lane203m
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Great game. Seeing a lot of people praising it and still giving it 0. dont really get that, but yeah. It deserves goty imo
  8. catwithgreenhat
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I had never thought I could have a complete immersion and an experience of losing the track of time ever again after the Witcher 3. Man, oh man! This game doubled that! I cannot put into words how much I fell in love with the storytelling, characters, gameplay, game design, decisions with actual consequences... I am also extremely happy with Larian's transparent communication and warmI had never thought I could have a complete immersion and an experience of losing the track of time ever again after the Witcher 3. Man, oh man! This game doubled that! I cannot put into words how much I fell in love with the storytelling, characters, gameplay, game design, decisions with actual consequences... I am also extremely happy with Larian's transparent communication and warm reception of exchange of views with their community. I am 100% sure the game will get better with the updates and they will solve stability issues on act 3. Thank you Larian, you deserve all the praise.… Expand
  9. Soraphina
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    100/10 - gonna play this at least 2 times more! Just to see how everything is gonna playout with different decision's and not just seeking approval from a special companion! lmao :3
    I think, that's the best game i've ever played! Just finished it... This game is sooo immersive!!
    Was kind of skeptical if this game was something for me, because I never played D&D or other Baldur's Gate    100/10 - gonna play this at least 2 times more! Just to see how everything is gonna playout with different decision's and not just seeking approval from a special companion! lmao :3
    I think, that's the best game i've ever played! Just finished it... This game is sooo immersive!!
    Was kind of skeptical if this game was something for me, because I never played D&D or other Baldur's Gate Games (or similiar).
    Story is awesome, i love every companion, they all have their own nice stories, got manipulated by a vampire, fell in love with the vampire and made him fall in love with me :3    … Expand
  10. BraidzMC
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I don't hand out 10's very often. The last game I considered an imperfect 10 is Dark Souls 1, The game before that was Majora's Mask.
    I say Imperfect 10 because there is no such thing as a true 10, every game has some bugs somewhere.

    It's a 10.

    Game of the generation.
  11. ZansoHel
    Sep 4, 2023
    8
    One of the best games in sense of story, characters, replayability etc.

    However, my biggest disappointments with game were 5-edition DnD ruleset and the lack of exploration of the game. The game feels very linear. The feel of freedom in the game and the exploration is very different compared to the original two games which I love. Hopefully Larian will add more exploration maps to the    One of the best games in sense of story, characters, replayability etc.

    However, my biggest disappointments with game were 5-edition DnD ruleset and the lack of exploration of the game. The game feels very linear. The feel of freedom in the game and the exploration is very different compared to the original two games which I love. Hopefully Larian will add more exploration maps to the game, since now the game and its world feel too "narrow".    … Expand
  12. Fuddlord
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Tons of fun! Take your time and explore. No need to rush through this one. The game will definitely reward it. Every character has something to give and some of the random stuff that happens is so cool. Frame rates are consistent and the game has been running great on my PC. I would definitely recommend messing around with stuff quite a bit at the beginning. I am still learning things ITons of fun! Take your time and explore. No need to rush through this one. The game will definitely reward it. Every character has something to give and some of the random stuff that happens is so cool. Frame rates are consistent and the game has been running great on my PC. I would definitely recommend messing around with stuff quite a bit at the beginning. I am still learning things I can do. But most of all, I am excited that this game has me excited to game again! Been a while since I sat at work thinking about a game!… Expand
  13. springy99
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Simply the best game I have played in 40 years of gaming. So much attention to detail, so much to do in so many ways.
  14. duffrawr
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Best game I have ever had the honor of playing. 11/10. I am addicted to it and can't stop. I LOVE THIS GAME SO MUCH
  15. Errolbrian22
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Hame of the year no doubt. The hype is real.
    Any fans of rpgs/ fantasy fans will be absolutely in love.
    I'm more used to third person action games so it was a weird transition to point and click/ top down but it's so worth it. The level of choice in how you play your character surpasses anything I've seen in a video game
  16. Battlefield12
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    I game that truly deserves the game of the year award, it’s a game that is a first and foremost a game which is rare nowadays.
  17. pimenese
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    This game was designed by a proficient studio for mature players who want to experience a fresh and high quality story. No microtransactions, no mobile shenanigans, they delivered what they promised. So far the best game I have played in easily a decade.
  18. jeanero
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    I did 3 runs and still find new things and dialogues in the 4th; The items in-game doesn't cost money!!! No Microtransaction nor Macrotransaction!! This game should be the standard, don't waste money!
  19. salane
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    I bought the game to support good game Designing. I wish I could see more of my familiar Forgotten Realms I used to know from Baldurs Gate 1 and 2, Icewind Dale and Neverwinter Nights. Maybe something changed in d&d 5.0 I'm not aware. But keep going with good work.
  20. nowitsleah
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I made a girl abandon her faith and then murder her parents to be my wife instead.… Expand
  21. Loretex
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Despite this being my first introduction to D&D and RPGs in general, I don't regret spending a single penny. In short, the game takes me back to those times when you'd stay up until dawn just to play for another 5 minutes. The game compels me to dive into YouTube searching for the soundtracks of specific locations. The game forces the user to hunt through settings for the interface toggleDespite this being my first introduction to D&D and RPGs in general, I don't regret spending a single penny. In short, the game takes me back to those times when you'd stay up until dawn just to play for another 5 minutes. The game compels me to dive into YouTube searching for the soundtracks of specific locations. The game forces the user to hunt through settings for the interface toggle key to capture screenshots of the landscapes. Larian has accomplished something nearly impossible; they've once again delivered the player the simple joy of sitting down to play their favorite game. It might not be the game of the year, but without hesitation, I'll say it's the game of the decade.… Expand
  22. Volcom7
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    I have been waiting for this game for so long and I'm glad that I haven't tried the alfas, the game is amazing after 100 hours in the game I can state that it's a better-than-expected experience, and still haven't finished it. This is a masterpiece and deserves GOTY for 2023
  23. fedemexy
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    I know it's been said before but I repeat: is a masterpiece! The quantity of possible choices, the writing of the characters, the quality of the contents not only from a purely gaming point of view, but also as an emotional experience through the unfolding and evolution of the main story, together with the individual stories of the characters and companions that accompany the player, it isI know it's been said before but I repeat: is a masterpiece! The quantity of possible choices, the writing of the characters, the quality of the contents not only from a purely gaming point of view, but also as an emotional experience through the unfolding and evolution of the main story, together with the individual stories of the characters and companions that accompany the player, it is simply indescribable.
    Such a level of dedication, love, attention to detail and above all a genuine and deep immersion of the player in a story which, although set in a fantasy world, is absolutely realistic as a result of the player's choices, actions and reactions from the NPCs, I've never found this before in any RPG game of this kind.
    Thank you Larian for giving me one of the best gaming experiences ever, really.    … Expand
  24. Lemond6
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This game impeccably aligns with my fantasies, providing an exceptional experience.
  25. lentcsh
    Aug 31, 2023
    8
    O jogo é muito bom, mas é superestimado por uma onda da internet onde os youtuber criaram, o jogo é sim muito bom mas está muito muito longe de ser o melhor de todos os tempo como alguns dizem.
  26. Neterow2205
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Bom jogo, muita variedade, gameplay fluida, bom combate e gráficos. Consegue trazer bem o rpg de mesa para o digital.
  27. DarwinCharles
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    A fascinating narrative experience that forge a brand new adventure for all the classical lovers of a cult classic game like Dungeons and Dragons
    Merging the classic with the masterful basic of the RPG genre, and obtaining a truly satisfying game
  28. prakken
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    in this game every aspect of it is done at the highest level, however the board game style gameplay is the style of the old strategy games which I don't really like, however it is worth praising the story in this game, which is really
    captures, graphics and at the same time quite good optimization, almost complete absence of bugs, also cannot but rejoice. maybe I will not express the most    in this game every aspect of it is done at the highest level, however the board game style gameplay is the style of the old strategy games which I don't really like, however it is worth praising the story in this game, which is really
    captures, graphics and at the same time quite good optimization, almost complete absence of bugs, also cannot but rejoice. maybe I will not express the most popular opinion now, but many people like this game because of the setting like in DotA which is one of the most popular games in the world, and its fans are happy because it is DotA with a good story    … Expand
  29. Lobodeff
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    This is the kind of game that only appears once every 15+ years.
    What a great experience i love it.
    It has some quirks with combat and the resting mechanic but overall the quests the companions and the amount of content is pure gold.
    A must for every RPG lover.
  30. Adbeel
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    Increíble juego, sinceramente llevaba mucho tiempo desde que probé un buen juego, este es mi primer juego que es por turnos, al principio no me llamaba la atención por eso, pero le di una probada ya que un amigo me lo recomendó mucho y no me arrepiento, 10/10
  31. FelipeKairo
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Eu recomendo, o jogo é excelente, muito bem feito. Para quem gosta de D&D, o jogo é obrigatório.
  32. KanekoChan
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Ho adorato questo gioco. Si vede che Larian ha passione in quello che fa. Rispetto alle altre case tripla A che ricercano ormai solo il modo di come guadagnare piu' facilmente e di accontentare la massa.
  33. Edwardtheone
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    It is amazing game. Great expirience. Well done just well done !!! This is Real RPG expirience
  34. denrussia1
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    GOTY for sure. complete game under 140 hours and want more. waiting for Enchanced edition. ty
  35. MontseS
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Fantastic, pure art, wonderful posssibilities and opciones. Charismatic characters, incredible landscapes, cities, interactions, it will be a New Classic in games.,!
  36. Noir110
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Best RPG game I've ever played. satisfying combat and excellent writing. I love you Larian Studios!
  37. Nonex18
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    This game really brings me back to the good old days of classic DnD CRPGs. Its a great game that will hook you for hours end.
  38. SidmodiusTTV
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Review de 150 horas jogadas.
    Simplesmente melhor jogo já feito. Liberdade de escolhas infinitas, com consequências diferentes para cada escolha. Está muito fiel ao D&D com adptações muito bem feitas para balancear o jogo. Para quem curte mais conhecer a história do jogo com uma facilidade boa, o modo "Explorador" te oferece essa experiência perfeitamente. E para quem curte um desafio    Review de 150 horas jogadas.
    Simplesmente melhor jogo já feito. Liberdade de escolhas infinitas, com consequências diferentes para cada escolha. Está muito fiel ao D&D com adptações muito bem feitas para balancear o jogo. Para quem curte mais conhecer a história do jogo com uma facilidade boa, o modo "Explorador" te oferece essa experiência perfeitamente. E para quem curte um desafio maior, o modo "Estrategista" atende perfeitamente (desde que você jogue sincero sem usar "metagame"). E o modo "Balanceado" lhe oferece um equilíbrio perfeito, não fica tão fácil nem tão difícil. A trilha sonora do jogo está magnífica, desde as músicas, quanto aos efeitos sonoros e som ambiente. O jogo está lindo, os datalhes dos personagens não deixa nada a desejar, e a personalização do seu personagem é magnifica, traços raciais muito bem feitos e uma boa variedade de tudo para personalizar do seu jeitinho. Mas o melhor de tudo, é a personalidade de cada personagem do jogo, simplesmente estou apaixonado por personagens fictícios, meu coração está dividido entra a Umbralma e a Karlach. E de início não gostava muito da Lae'zel, mas com o andar da carroagem e de suas escolhas, você percebe que naquela mulher sapo rude e autoritária ainda tem uma mulher meiga e carinhosa do seu próprio jeito. Ainda não tive a oportunidade de conhecer a personalidade da Minthara, mas na próxima run com certeza deixarei ela viva para conhecer.    … Expand
  39. Yorutogi
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    love it, after 180 hours I can say that am ready for my second playthrough.
  40. Allord_
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo de RPG, quero mt ver as lagrimas dos haters quando esse jogo pegar o GOTY.
  41. Falconyy
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    the best Role playing experience i've ever had. I'm 110 hours in and still haven't done everthing because i kinda WANT to explore everything. There are no fillers. Just Quality!
  42. AltaZ77
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Ive never played turn based games before, and ive never played D&D. I was a bit afraid of trying Baldurs Gate 3, im an MMORPG veteran, soulslike fan, and sometimes i play shooters. This is an entirely different genre, yet i have to say, this game is one of the best things ever made, one of the most amazing experiences ive ever had. Saying this as a person who has 15 years ofIve never played turn based games before, and ive never played D&D. I was a bit afraid of trying Baldurs Gate 3, im an MMORPG veteran, soulslike fan, and sometimes i play shooters. This is an entirely different genre, yet i have to say, this game is one of the best things ever made, one of the most amazing experiences ive ever had. Saying this as a person who has 15 years of hardcore/semi-hardcore gaming behind them, and works in media/creative industry. Its a true masterpiece, this is how gaming should be. Elden Ring and Baldurs Gate 3 are the 2 prime examples of what developers should aim for.… Expand
  43. dundiditt
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An inspiring and wonderful moment in gaming history! They knocked this one out of the ballpark with their creativity, In my humble opinion, the greatest game I've ever played and the greatest game ever created. In 30 years of gaming, I've never been so taken in by a game and wanting to explore every square inch. There is a learning curve. But once you figure it out, it becomes second nature. Thanks to a team of developers who dared to have passion for what most considered impossible.… Expand
  44. SomberMitsuki
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    A return to what used to be a standard in the gaming industry. A feature complete, microtransactionless game that is well polished. I wasn't one of those hyped for this game. In fact this is my first time playing the series. However doing so takes me back to a time when rpgs had solid fun stories, freedom of choice and yes, not free from the consequences of those choices.

    The combat    A return to what used to be a standard in the gaming industry. A feature complete, microtransactionless game that is well polished. I wasn't one of those hyped for this game. In fact this is my first time playing the series. However doing so takes me back to a time when rpgs had solid fun stories, freedom of choice and yes, not free from the consequences of those choices.

    The combat took a while for me to understand as did most of the systems of the game but once you do you realize there is an unprecedented freedom in how you approach challenges and combat.
    What to be sneaky and set up explosive boxes and flamable bottles to nuke an enemy? You can!! Want to charge in sword swinging, your mage support casting the big spells that go boom while your cleric keeps you healed and healthy, you can!

    I looked at the complaints on here before buying the game and frankly I'm happy a friend made me get and play it anything. Most whining are either.

    1. "Oh no the game has teh gay and pronouns!! how dare it be so woke" seriously grow up. Don't wanna play a gay character? Then don't.
    2. "it's over hyped cause game media" As someone whom doesn't really follow game media any more cause I know they over hype stuff, I can attest these are just people being contrarian. The "it's popular so it must suck" types.
    3. those so brain washed by the game industry that they rush to attack an actual good game cause their favorite dev on twitter said it was bad
    or...
    4. they don't understand d&d at all.    … Expand
  45. Riot
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    The best RPG game I have ever played. A true GOTY that brings back the true essence or role-playing that I grew up with playing titles like Fallout 1 & 2, Planescape: Torment, Icewind Dale, Neverwinter Nights, or the original Baldur's Gate 1 & 2. This game truly feels that it was made by gamers for gamers, it really pays homage to all the studios that got bought, dismantled, or bankruptedThe best RPG game I have ever played. A true GOTY that brings back the true essence or role-playing that I grew up with playing titles like Fallout 1 & 2, Planescape: Torment, Icewind Dale, Neverwinter Nights, or the original Baldur's Gate 1 & 2. This game truly feels that it was made by gamers for gamers, it really pays homage to all the studios that got bought, dismantled, or bankrupted by the greedy corporations.

    Through BG3 and Larian lives the legacy of Interplay, Black Isle, Obsidian, and many more. Thank you, Larian, keep up the great work and hopefully one day you will be able to buy the Fallout license and make a proper and complete Van Buren game out of it.    … Expand
  46. Exzodium
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    As of this writing, probably the greatest CRPG ever made. Larian Studios worked hard to prove they can handle the Baldur's Gate IP, and now Wizard's of the Coast have the horrible task of following such a top act.
  47. kntz
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    The best example for the market and game developers worldwide. The real GOTY 2023. So far, Baldur's Gate 3 is the best game of the decade. There is hope for the gaming industry.
  48. CHRIIIIIS
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    In a month, I've managed to finish three full playthroughs of Baldur's Gate 3. This is now my favourite RPG of all time. It truly elevates the genre to new heights.

    Presentation is top-notch, with excellent voice acting across the board, beautifully motion-captured scenes, and wonderful music. In fact, there's one late-game boss that has my favourite boss theme of all time, which fits    In a month, I've managed to finish three full playthroughs of Baldur's Gate 3. This is now my favourite RPG of all time. It truly elevates the genre to new heights.

    Presentation is top-notch, with excellent voice acting across the board, beautifully motion-captured scenes, and wonderful music. In fact, there's one late-game boss that has my favourite boss theme of all time, which fits not only the character but the events leading up to it absolutely perfectly (if you know, you know).
    Every single member of the cast knocks it out of the park with their performances - even the minor NPCs with one line of dialogue. It's a joy to interact with them all. And the story is outstanding. There are so many minor interactions and special dialogue lines based on everything from the situation to your race to who's in your party to your class to even your subclass - I played a Draconic Bloodline Sorcerer on my second playthrough and noticed dialogue related to my character's draconic ancestry. It's that complex!

    Combat is quite fast-paced for a turn-based game, and every hit, every spell effect, and every kill is super satisfying. It helps if you enjoy turn-based combat to begin with, but this is some of gaming's best. There's so many little interactions with the environment, like being able to shoot braziers down, push statues over, shove enemies into chasms (a personal favourite), and so on. You can even throw enemies at other enemies! Combat is always exciting and a lot of the encounters are very creative.

    The overall story is just phenomenal. No spoilers, but I found the best way to play is to really get into your character's shoes and properly role-play as them. The bad dice rolls really gave my first character (a bard) that extra level of incompetence as he tried to bungle his way through every encounter. The good dice rolls made my second character (a sorcerer) feel that little bit more intimidating and powerful. I'm not saying it's wrong to "save scum" (i.e; reload a save when you get a bad result on a skill check), but it was so much more fun for me to live with my mistakes.
    All of your companion characters are extremely well-written and all have great moments, ranging from hilarious to tragic. Romance is... abundant. The game's a bit too horny sometimes! But seriously, committing to one character and watching your romance blossom alongside their own personal story is a wonderful experience.

    Questing is excellent. There's so many outcomes, and so many variations of consequences, that no two playthroughs will ever be the same. And that's not hyberbole - as I said, I've done three playthroughs, and they've all been wildly different. The main story eventually leads to the same conclusion, but even that has a bunch of different choices and outcomes. There's a "big choice" at the end but all of the events leading up to it have an impact. It's not like Mass Effect 3's RGB ending by any stretch of the imagination.

    I'm going to echo a lot of player sentiment here, but Baldur's Gate 3 is what I wanted a Dragon Age: Origins sequel to be, in every way. It does everything that game did and then some, bringing that peak Bioware style to the modern age. Hats off to Larian for finally delivering what Bioware unfortunately couldn't. This is easily one of the greatest games ever made, and I hope it inspires more excellent RPGs in the future.    … Expand
  49. mcmanusaur
    Aug 22, 2023
    8
    For me, this game is slightly overrated- a solid 8/10 at least, but hardly the best or biggest RPG of all time or anything like that. Currently there are quite a few basic UI/quality-of-life issues that need to be addressed, which is fairly standard for a newly released game. However, given just how long BG3 was in Early Access, and the fact that Larian decided to release it a month earlyFor me, this game is slightly overrated- a solid 8/10 at least, but hardly the best or biggest RPG of all time or anything like that. Currently there are quite a few basic UI/quality-of-life issues that need to be addressed, which is fairly standard for a newly released game. However, given just how long BG3 was in Early Access, and the fact that Larian decided to release it a month early for some reason, I think it's fair to expect a bit more polish.

    The decision to release the game early (ostensibly to get out ahead of Starfield) looks even more suspect given how much content Larian got cut late in the game. Up until the last couple weeks, they advertised much larger areas of the city of Baldur's Gate than were ultimately included. In light of this, I think the praise Larian is receiving for supposed consumer-friendly practices is somewhat undeserved.

    Some bad design decisions have clearly been carried over from DOS2, such as subpar inventory management and the lack of true pause functionality. Most of all, the lack of control over which party member attempts a skill check is a major problem for a party-based RPG- party members should be able to interject their own insight into conversations more often.

    Even basic stuff, like character movement, switching between party members, and interacting with objects/containers, feels very clunky and unresponsive, even by cRPG standards. BG3 handles traps very poorly; sometimes they're bugged and other times your AI teammates walk straight into them, at best disarming them feels like a chore given how they often come in large groups.

    There is virtually no in-game documentation of class/subclass features, so the player has no idea what options they're actually choosing between unless they do research out-of-game. If you're not careful, given the limited number of backgrounds to choose from, it's easy to make selections that result in wasted duplicate skill proficiencies, and the game does not provide any warning/solution for that.

    Larian has understandably homebrewed a lot of 5e game rules for BG3, but in some cases it's difficult to tell whether something is an intentional change or just the result of buggy implementation. For example, some cantrips are now once per short rest, and even key class features like Sneak Attack can be rather finicky. To me it doesn't really feel like the design decisions/balance changes in BG3 reflect an expert understanding of 5e and its issues.

    The environments are visually impressive and lend themselves to interesting encounter design, which BG3 seems to prioritize above all else. However, I have yet to experience much sense of being immersed in a living world. The combat incorporates some sandbox elements, and there are lots of different dialogue options, but otherwise for a cRPG I wouldn't say that there's a ton of freedom/choice in terms of how you solve problems; for the most part, you either do what an NPC says or alternatively you can fight them.

    As with Larian's previous games, the companions are rather cliched and shallow: vampire, amnesiacs, multiple characters with foreign objects implanted into their torso... Larian are not winning many points for subtlety or creativity in this respect. If those options weren't edgy enough for you, they even have a serial killer origin called "The Dark Urge". Companions are also a bit hyper-sexualized, with much of their content oriented toward romance. Finally, the lack of dwarf/halfling/gnome companions is a strange oversight; overall it feels like Larian prefers the more exotic races like Tiefling, Githyanki, and Dragonborn.

    If you're looking for a polished, meticulously balanced experience in an immersive setting with incredible writing, you'll probably be somewhat disappointed. But that's not to say BG3 doesn't have plenty going for it; it offers co-op multiplayer, its graphics are unrivaled among cRPGs, its turn-based combat is IMO far superior to the real-time with pause of classic Baldur's Gate, and it certainly captures a pulpy, accessible mainstream DnD vibe.    … Expand
  50. Zukku
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    I love this game. There are a 1000 ways to play it and each playthrough will be different. There are so much to see and do, and everything is to well done.. Cinematics, dialouge, combat. All is nice.
    The only small issue i have is that it can be hard to get into.
    But if you've played previous games (though not needed) or played Dragon Age you will love this game. This is everything i    I love this game. There are a 1000 ways to play it and each playthrough will be different. There are so much to see and do, and everything is to well done.. Cinematics, dialouge, combat. All is nice.
    The only small issue i have is that it can be hard to get into.
    But if you've played previous games (though not needed) or played Dragon Age you will love this game. This is everything i love about video games.    … Expand
  51. TommyGrim77
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. Beautifully handcrafted content, graphics, voice acting, combat, etc etc. GOTY
  52. Prellwurst
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    incredible game. BG 1 and 2 have been revelations for me when I was younger. The chance that 3 could become a bummer have been quite high. But this game is superb.
  53. klerfson
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    Baldur's Gate 3!! The long-awaited third entry in the iconic RPG series has proven to be an impressive triumph that captivates players with its rich narrative, engaging gameplay, and attention to detail. Larian Studios has showcased their mastery in capturing the essence of the series while infusing new mechanics and spectacular visuals.

    Graphics and Environments: 9.5/10 The stunning    Baldur's Gate 3!! The long-awaited third entry in the iconic RPG series has proven to be an impressive triumph that captivates players with its rich narrative, engaging gameplay, and attention to detail. Larian Studios has showcased their mastery in capturing the essence of the series while infusing new mechanics and spectacular visuals.

    Graphics and Environments: 9.5/10
    The stunning graphics and meticulously detailed environments make Baldur's Gate 3 stand out. Each location is a visual masterpiece, featuring lush landscapes, bustling cities, and intriguing dungeons that invite thorough exploration. Small details like weather changes and dynamic lighting add an extra layer of immersion.

    Gameplay and Combat: 9.8/10
    Baldur's Gate 3's gameplay strikes a masterful balance between tradition and innovation. The transition to turn-based tactical combat is seamless, allowing players to devise complex strategies and take advantage of the environment. Interactivity with objects and characters offers numerous possibilities, encouraging creative experimentation.

    Narrative and Characters: 10/10
    The narrative is the pulsating heart of this game. Well-written dialogues, challenging moral choices, and deeply developed characters shape the experience. Player decisions carry significant consequences, influencing the world and relationships in genuine ways. Each character is unique, with exceptional voices and engaging stories.

    Customization and Progression: 9.7/10
    Baldur's Gate 3 offers a wide range of customization options for players to create truly unique characters. Skill trees, classes, and dialogue choices allow for personalized progression, ensuring that each player can experience the game uniquely.

    Accessibility and Performance: 9.5/10
    While nearly flawless, the game presents some minor technical issues and optimization that can affect the experience on certain configurations. However, Larian Studios has demonstrated a commitment to providing regular updates, addressing these concerns and enhancing the overall experience.

    Conclusion:
    "Baldur's Gate 3" is an RPG genre gem that seamlessly blends tradition and innovation. With an engaging narrative, strategic gameplay, and stunning graphics, this game is a testament to Larian Studios' dedication to creating an experience worthy of the series' rich heritage. Its minor technical issues do not diminish the brilliance of what is truly a modern RPG epic.    … Expand
  54. DasDoktoerchen
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    First of all let me say that I am a huge nerd and love playing pen and papers (mostly DSA and DnD 5e). And pen and papers are usually most fun when the players get really creative or go completely of the rails or both. Seeing how that is the most fun aspect to me I greatly enjoyed the freedom the game granted the player. On my first playthrough I played as a bard who was somewhatFirst of all let me say that I am a huge nerd and love playing pen and papers (mostly DSA and DnD 5e). And pen and papers are usually most fun when the players get really creative or go completely of the rails or both. Seeing how that is the most fun aspect to me I greatly enjoyed the freedom the game granted the player. On my first playthrough I played as a bard who was somewhat mischievous but ultimately good for the most part. I was surprised when I found out that I could finish some bosses of by simply doing what bards do best. Talk **** and trick people into doing your bidding. I was stunned. I finished the game and was really happy with it for the most part. Then I started a second playthrough with a mate of mine. We played as people who usually did what was best for them but who ultimately weren't evil and I was stunned how different not only the story but the world itself were. So obviously we had to also play an evil campaign. (Most fun one in my humble opinion^^).

    I like just how much freedom I had in the way I approached pretty much anything. And it didn't feel like the devs just hadn't thought of what I did but rather that they were prepared for pretty much anything.
    I don't feel like I caught the game of guard once.

    I gotta admit that even though the first and second act were phenomenal I experienced some bugs in the third act. The story also felt like it lost some steam.

    But ultimately when I ask myself what I would want from a DnD videogame, this is exactly what I would want.
    Add to that that there are no micro-transactions, no season pass and no other bull**** like that and I can confidently recommend this game to any DnD and rpg fans.
    This game is for sure game of the year if not game of the decade contender.

    tl;dr

    Is it perfect?
    No not at all.
    Is it fun?
    Hell yeah.
    Do I recommend it?
    You bet your sweet bippy i do.    … Expand
  55. InsidePerson
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    Anyone who has actually gotten past Act 1 (approx. 36% of people) would know that Act 2 and 3 has some pretty bad bugs and balancing issues. A great game but its clear that it still needs some balancing patches. Act 1 is perfect (but thats after years of user feedback) but its clear that Act 2 and 3 should have been put in early access before full release.
  56. Zaemoncio
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Waited since 1998. I haven't been dissapointed, this is a masterpiece full of permutations and just pure content to get deeply involved with both the world and characters.
  57. jamespk23
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Best game of the year. Since playing, I'm impressed with everything, both the content, the dialogue, the playing system, the battle, both fun and funny. The developer pays attention to details. And it's such a fun game to play that I don't want to stop playing. Full rating for this game. In the future, if there is a part 4, part 5 or the next part, ask the developer to maintain thisBest game of the year. Since playing, I'm impressed with everything, both the content, the dialogue, the playing system, the battle, both fun and funny. The developer pays attention to details. And it's such a fun game to play that I don't want to stop playing. Full rating for this game. In the future, if there is a part 4, part 5 or the next part, ask the developer to maintain this standard. I guarantee that I will not miss to buy and play again for sure.… Expand
  58. adrii9715
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Finally I am currently in act 3, finishing the game and closing all the stories (70h), and that is why I have taken that long to make a review.

    BG3 creates a new standard for RPG. It's the first game i feel i manage completely my decisions. The amount of work from the devs in this game is insane and quite utopian. Divinity Original Sin saga was the perfect training to create this game.    Finally I am currently in act 3, finishing the game and closing all the stories (70h), and that is why I have taken that long to make a review.

    BG3 creates a new standard for RPG. It's the first game i feel i manage completely my decisions. The amount of work from the devs in this game is insane and quite utopian. Divinity Original Sin saga was the perfect training to create this game.

    The storytelling, the characters, the music, the combat, the mechanics themselves, ... feels like a true D&D experience. Nothing to say about it that is bad or wrong, so 10/10.    … Expand
  59. xvvolf
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    105 hours and my play through is over, and BG3 has become my favourite game of all time. Kudos to Larian for making such an amazing CRPG, also a big kudos to the voice actors involved (in particular Samantha Beart).
  60. Voltron89
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I have been waiting like...I dont know... decade for such cRPG? This is easy top 3 cRPGs I have ever played and it was like going back in time to golden years of cRPGs, like BG2, DA:O, Arcanum, Torment, ME1 etc. It's just such great RPG, with stunning dialogues and dialogues outcomes and options, quests seemlessly incorporated into main story/events, rich in interesting plot, stories andI have been waiting like...I dont know... decade for such cRPG? This is easy top 3 cRPGs I have ever played and it was like going back in time to golden years of cRPGs, like BG2, DA:O, Arcanum, Torment, ME1 etc. It's just such great RPG, with stunning dialogues and dialogues outcomes and options, quests seemlessly incorporated into main story/events, rich in interesting plot, stories and interesting NPCs. Probably the best Voice Acted video game I have even played. You can play this game in so many different ways, gameplay and story-outcomes wise that it will probably take me years to squeeze everything out of this game.

    In short - this is it. This is it! If you love cRPGs/RPGs then this is pretty much the RPG of the last decade/15 years and one of best ever made. This game is no brainer to buy, it's so good I bought it two more times just to support Larian so they can make more in future.

    Privelage to be part of this experience.    … Expand
  61. jmcc84
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    The PERFECT RPG, Bioware should learn from this game, AAA publishers does'nt make games like this anymore, LAZY developers complaining about the large scope of the game just shows how screwed up the industry is nowadays.
  62. Hurrikhan
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's hard to describe how good this game is.
    Baldur's Gate 3 is pretty close to an authentic table-top role-playing game.
    You are basically free to do whatever you want. It's both frightening and refreshing.
    It's beautiful and the musics are very nice.

    I'll try to describe how I've lived the game. I've spent 110 hours to finish the game the first time.
    The story was epic. I've experienced a love story with a woman companion that I thought was interesting. I was pretty satisfied with the conclusion.
    Immediately after I've started another game with a completely different character and romanced another woman. The romance story unraveled very differently so it was new again. The story was still epic even if I approached the various events differently (and it worked).

    I will not forget this game any time soon.
    It has been a long time I've played something so revolutionary.    … Expand
  63. TratMan73
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Yes, this is the same review I wrote on Steam. I didn't feel like rewriting it, lol...

    By far one of the best RPG's I've played in a long time. I'm not always a huge fan of D&D style RPG's due to the high learning curve for newer players and the fact they can be frustrating to play due to the high level of difficulty. However, as someone who doesn't play, but who definitely has a long    Yes, this is the same review I wrote on Steam. I didn't feel like rewriting it, lol...

    By far one of the best RPG's I've played in a long time. I'm not always a huge fan of D&D style RPG's due to the high learning curve for newer players and the fact they can be frustrating to play due to the high level of difficulty. However, as someone who doesn't play, but who definitely has a long appreciation of D&D, I'm a huge fan of this game. I honestly haven't felt this level of excitement for D&D since I was a kid and I was reading the D&D choose your own adventure books.

    The story is engaging, combat is challenging and addictive and I love a game that makes me have to think about strategy. Not enough RPG's out there can say they do all of it. This is a rare gem. If you are a casual RPG player or someone who's hardcore, this game is for you. I highly recommend this game. I hope you all have as much fun as I'm having.

    Have a great day!    … Expand
  64. derek_
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    It's good, slow paced RPG. Definitely worth it. Just one thing, be prepare for WOKE, and lot, lot and lot of it. Male companions act and look like womans. Womans look and act like man. Right from beginning male companions are trying to have sex with your male hero. Over, over and over again even if you refuse them. I don't mind it once. But if Gale is trying to approach you for 4th time,It's good, slow paced RPG. Definitely worth it. Just one thing, be prepare for WOKE, and lot, lot and lot of it. Male companions act and look like womans. Womans look and act like man. Right from beginning male companions are trying to have sex with your male hero. Over, over and over again even if you refuse them. I don't mind it once. But if Gale is trying to approach you for 4th time, well.. What is too much is too much.… Expand
  65. redknight1981
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have played pretty much every CRPG worth mentioning since the first Ultima game came out back in the 1980s. To say that I have seen everything and that I am a hard man to impress would be an understatement. My favorite games and golden standard to which I compared every game since the late 90s were the original Baldur's Gate games and Planescape Torment. To be honest when I heard that Larian Studios is making BG3, I was worried. Namely, I played some of their games and I wasn't impressed with what I saw.

    Divinity Original Sin 1 to me was an average game with decent combat mechanics, brilliant point and click adventure/puzzle elements, but unfortunately subpar writing, lore and characters. So, a score of 5/10 seemed appropriate. To me, the worst offender in DOS1 was Larian's tendency to overindulge in overacted humor, which clashed with darker themes of the game. I know this is a bit subjective, but to me the focus on humor completely ruined any immersion I had at the beginning of the game.

    Luckily, Divinity Original Sin 2 was much better in terms of consistency in tone - but I still wasn't too impressed with their writing and the characters. It was noticeably better, but much of Divinity's lore and setting still felt a bit too generic for my taste. Still, improvements in Larian's already excellent design in terms of choices and consequences, freedom and even better point and click adventure/puzzle elements made me give DOS2 a strong 9/10 - despite all of its flaws.

    And now we come to BG3. I was skeptical. When I saw the first gameplay videos... I thought... 'Even if it's as good as DOS2, it might be a good game, but it doesn't look like Baldur's Gate that I remember. It looks like DOS2 mod or at best DOS3!' Yet... I thoroughly enjoyed DOS2, so I decided to give it a try - and oh boy am I glad that I did.
    1. You can't go wrong with DnD system, which is just objectively better than what Larian cooked up with their Divinity games.
    2. Same can be said about the setting and lore. There is just something magical about visiting the Forgotten Realms.
    3. I don't know if Larian hired new writers, but the writing is superb! The story, the characters, my god... I just fell in love with it. Even the characters which at first glance seemed too modern or too weird to fit into Forgotten Realms, I absolutely fell in love with! Case and point, Karlach. When I first met her, she was too loud for me. She liked to swear a lot and when she said she wants to kill some paladins, I thought I would not be adding her to my party anytime soon. I mean, she didn't even look like she belongs in that world, since she gave me the impression like she is some kind of a biker girl from a futuristic Cyberpunk gang. Yet... I took her on a quest once and she was a damn good fighter. Then I started learning about her through conversations... and suddenly her behavior made sense. There is a reason why she is the way she is... and it fits her perfectly. The voice actress did an amazing job and now she is a constant part of all my adventures. The only problem is that all other characters are just as interesting, so it is such a hard choice whenever I need to leave someone behind.
    4. The combat is amazing. Part of it is certainly because of the DnD ruleset, which opens so many more options for each character to shine in its own unique way. But the biggest reason is that every big battle is like a mini-puzzle game in its own right with multiple solutions that feel incredibly satisfying. This might be a slight spoiler, but I came across a hag who quadrupled herself after my conversation with her turned sour. Each of her clones did insane damage for my under-leveled party. Basically 1 shot from her magic blast was enough to kill my characters straight away. And now there were 4 of them. What's worse... her quadruple spell made her almost impossible to hit (with only 20% hit chance). After only 1 turn, my party was pretty much decimated - and I couldn't even hope to land a hit. I was sure, I can't win, but I decided to at least try and hurt her before I meet my creator. In order to achieve this new goal, I could really rely only on one L1 spell. My Eldritch Knight that still barely clinged to life - had magic missile. Magic missile always hits with 100% certainty and it can target multiple targets, but the damage is horrible. So, prepared to meet my doom, I divided my magic missiles so that each of the 4 hags gets their fair share of pain... and... to my surprise, when the magic missile landed, it dispelled the hag's quadruple spell. With her illusion gone, I could finally hit her! A hopeless situation turned to hope if only I could somehow heal my knocked-out party. To make the long story short... I won the encounter!

    Anyway... I haven't felt like this about a video game for a very long time. BG3 is a masterpiece that makes me feel like a kid again. I thought I would never feel like this again. Thank you, Larian!    … Expand
  66. Nebicko
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Larian... to the game. This is how games should be done. You will never understand until you play it.
  67. Pecone
    Sep 11, 2023
    9
    I want to start by saying that I haven’t played any other Baldur’s Gate games. I had played very little of Divinity Original Sin 2 and that was all of my exposure to Larian Studios.
    I honestly have been blown away by this game! The story, the characters, the world, the sound and graphics design, the gameplay…everything is on another level. This is easily the most complete rpg game I have    I want to start by saying that I haven’t played any other Baldur’s Gate games. I had played very little of Divinity Original Sin 2 and that was all of my exposure to Larian Studios.
    I honestly have been blown away by this game! The story, the characters, the world, the sound and graphics design, the gameplay…everything is on another level. This is easily the most complete rpg game I have ever played.
    The freedom you have to literally play the way you want and do whatever and however you want is amazing! I have never seen anything like it. I would recommend this game anytime to anyone. I am not even an RPG fan and I love every minute of it.
    The only gripe I have with the game is the performance in the Baldur’s Gate City. It is bad. The gpu utilization drops in the 50s and it isn’t pleasant, I hope Larian can address it with future patches. Speaking of patches, they have released 5 or 6 already and have addressed a lot of issues. Good Job guys.
    Overall, this is an amazing game and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to experience a proper, completed, feature rich RPG.    … Expand
  68. PhilipKnutsson
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    The game of games. This should be the gold standard for a game. This might be one of if not the best game ever made. The last time i had this much fun and was this invested in the world, story, characters.

    I hope more games like this is to come! Well done Larian studios
    This is not a video game, this is the video game
  69. awcowan
    Aug 28, 2023
    9
    Brilliant, no BS, solid game, no microtransactions, not broken, delivers a great story.
  70. Sue_xee
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Good game. The systems and mechanisms are complex and deep indeed, but fun. Making such a game is not an easy thing and this kind of masterpiece should be treasured.
  71. ONIBAKU666
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Simply amazing, it rewards you for thinking outside the box.
    Not to mention the Interaction with the NPCs, and the world is way above average.


    Just buy it!
  72. Suter
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I just finished this with about 100 hours put in. Not only is this in my top 5 favorite games of all time, it has permanently altered my idea of what a good game is. I cannot wait for expanded content and Baldur's Gate 4 whenever the time comes.
  73. Katzena
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Honestly, GOTY material. The devs did an amazing job on this. Theres replayability imo. Its fun with friends, if they're not loot ninjas. Good job guys!
  74. sierz
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    More than 19 years I waited exited for a new game of Baldurs Gate, as soon as this game was in early access I played and enjoyed more than 50 hours that the early access version had. The amount of detail this game have is amazing, the consequences, the narrative, the gameplay. Now I have more than 147 hours on the release version of the game and there is still more content to be enjoided.
  75. steftor
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    The best RPG of this generation, Larian has knocked it out of the park with this game. A true RPG where decisions matter and no two playthroughs are the same. I will be playing this game for many years to come. oh, I got to tell you, it was perfect. Perfect. Everything, down to the last minute details.
  76. Desinghit
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    no es el mejor juego del año, es el mejor juego de la historia, el más trabajado. simplemente INCREIBLE
  77. beabas
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    This game gave me a lot of freedom in the first act and a little in the second, but the third act is a terrible mess and the ending of the game is very weak. But that doesn't take away from what the game is about, one of the best RPGs ever made. I really hope that Larian fixes this and gives us everything that was cut, to have a complete experience as promised.
  78. quidpro
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 flawlessly blends classic RPG essence with modern gaming. With stunning visuals, immersive storytelling, and strategic gameplay, it's a captivating adventure. Yes, there are occasional bugs but they are countered by Larian Studios' commitment to improvement.

    In Brief: A modern classic, Baldur's Gate 3 masterfully mixes old and new RPG elements. Exciting visuals, rich    Baldur's Gate 3 flawlessly blends classic RPG essence with modern gaming. With stunning visuals, immersive storytelling, and strategic gameplay, it's a captivating adventure. Yes, there are occasional bugs but they are countered by Larian Studios' commitment to improvement.

    In Brief: A modern classic, Baldur's Gate 3 masterfully mixes old and new RPG elements. Exciting visuals, rich storytelling, and tactical gameplay shine, despite being such a niche genre.    … Expand
  79. Zxrencar
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Одна з найкращих ігор за останні роки. Цікавий сюжет, чудові персонажі та хороший геймплей.
  80. zoomer666
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    deducting a single point for Act 3 because it was buggy and that the endings were lackluster on top of the story beats in Act 3 sort of feelings like they were stitched together from the remnants of cut content, they can earn it back with an Enhanced Edition.
  81. Joshkugo
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    It's decent enough. I'm not a huge fan of the dice rolling aspect, but the story and characters easily make up for that.
  82. kretas
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    My initial foray into "Baldur's Gate 3" was marred by a sprinkling of frustrations, particularly the limitations imposed on low-level characters who could only cast a single spell each round, and the occasional lost battle that cost me precious time. Furthermore, the companions I met early on in my adventure felt a bit quirky, with some unfortunately not growing on me as I had hoped.My initial foray into "Baldur's Gate 3" was marred by a sprinkling of frustrations, particularly the limitations imposed on low-level characters who could only cast a single spell each round, and the occasional lost battle that cost me precious time. Furthermore, the companions I met early on in my adventure felt a bit quirky, with some unfortunately not growing on me as I had hoped.

    However, as I delved deeper, the game began to unfold its true richness and depth. Many companions not only grew on me but also managed to pleasantly surprise me with their development. Similarly, the expansive world caught me off guard with its unforeseen surprises and a wealth of opportunities waiting to be discovered.

    The real turning point was when I stepped into the vibrant and bustling city of Baldur's Gate. It was here that the game blossomed into a remarkable experience of joy and wonder. The city, brimming with life and details, presented a delightful playground for exploration and adventures.

    What stood out were the phenomenal graphics that painted every scene with breathtaking realism and depth, enhancing the immersive experience manifold. I was enamoured by the plethora of content available right at release, making it a rich and fulfilling journey that promises replayability.

    I cannot thank the creators enough for presenting a game so vast and detailed, a title that transcends initial hiccups to offer an experience that is thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding. It is a journey that I am eager to undertake again, exploring new paths and making different choices.    … Expand
  83. gilga001
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Absolutely masterpiece, milestone of the CRPG game history, God of the Year. The only bad review is it will exhaust you and make you feel tired at work everyday.
  84. Hav74
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is etalon in every aspect for all the developers. Todd should play this and see what is RPG
  85. Naurisimo
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Game that finally brought back the feeling to try games I haven't, before and bring back some probably unhealthy playtime hours, but it feels nice to get back at least for a while to something I have enjoyed for a very long time and I can say Baldur's Gate 3 was that game for me.
    Any little flaw it had inconsistency or other bug was not big enough to ruin my enjoyment, some of them just    Game that finally brought back the feeling to try games I haven't, before and bring back some probably unhealthy playtime hours, but it feels nice to get back at least for a while to something I have enjoyed for a very long time and I can say Baldur's Gate 3 was that game for me.
    Any little flaw it had inconsistency or other bug was not big enough to ruin my enjoyment, some of them just made it that little bit funnier.    … Expand
  86. Meshkii
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    i never thought i'm gonna enjoy so much playing another game after elden ring ,but o boy let me tell you this one is craaaazyyy ,the graphics ,the environment , characters , choices , combat . there is nothing wrong with this game
  87. OhNoItsSenpai
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    A full game, with no microtransactions or DLC in 2023?! That alone would easily place this game at a 6 on the scale today, however that's far from this titles only accolade. The game is just fun in general. With plenty of storied characters to choose from, as well as custom characters for a more unique playthrough. The dialogue, branching paths, and even online multiplayer will have youA full game, with no microtransactions or DLC in 2023?! That alone would easily place this game at a 6 on the scale today, however that's far from this titles only accolade. The game is just fun in general. With plenty of storied characters to choose from, as well as custom characters for a more unique playthrough. The dialogue, branching paths, and even online multiplayer will have you not just excited to finish your story but to begin your next one immediately after. This is an example of a game done extremely well, and we can only hope beyond hope to get more games like it. Well worth the price of purchase, as I can't see anyone finding a reason to hate the game. In fact I believe this is one of those titles that several years later will have people delving into it's many stories and secrets.… Expand
  88. LegacyGamer
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Truly amazin, better than BG1 and BG2 and far superior to every AAA gaming studio's release in the last 5 or 10 years!
  89. xhinge
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I've finished the game and I'm still thinking about it. I already know that this game will leave me with feeling of nostalgia for decades, same as older BG games did. Yes, there are few bugs, yes, you can feel quality difference between ACT I and rest of the game. But so what, the settings, the log, fascinating characters, mechanics allowing to do creative things, all of it evens out allI've finished the game and I'm still thinking about it. I already know that this game will leave me with feeling of nostalgia for decades, same as older BG games did. Yes, there are few bugs, yes, you can feel quality difference between ACT I and rest of the game. But so what, the settings, the log, fascinating characters, mechanics allowing to do creative things, all of it evens out all other bumps. For me it's 10/10!… Expand
  90. bartekm777
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    A proof that it's possible to make a great game with a soul. More companies should take example from Larian, I played their other games and all of them are really good and each one is better then previous one. Highly recommend to everyone!
  91. aytugex
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    There is no base building, 0/10.

    Unfortunately, I've seen comments in a similar fashion. Unlike some people, I enjoyed the level cap in a CRPG. In the DoS series, I enjoy min/maxing. Since the maximum level is uncapped, I felt pressured to kill some characters that I wouldn't otherwise. Here, I felt more freedom. Compared to the DoS series, the combat feels less bombastic;    There is no base building, 0/10.

    Unfortunately, I've seen comments in a similar fashion.

    Unlike some people, I enjoyed the level cap in a CRPG. In the DoS series, I enjoy min/maxing. Since the maximum level is uncapped, I felt pressured to kill some characters that I wouldn't otherwise. Here, I felt more freedom.

    Compared to the DoS series, the combat feels less bombastic; however, it's not necessarily a bad thing. There's much less crowd control, which means fights resemble actual battles rather than one party stun-locking the other throughout the entire fight.

    The story is marvelous in my opinion. I don't like games where my character wakes up one morning, and for an hour, the game tries to tell the backstory. The game starts with action and ends with action.

    One issue is that, until Act 3, the story flows intensely along a narrower path. In Act 3, the game takes you to a very large city where you need to slow down and adapt to new stories, unless you want to skip all the content and rush through the main story. I felt a bit conflicted about it because I didn't want to miss out on side content, but I really wanted to follow the main story. However, I can't give it a low score because there's so much content in the game, lol.

    Also, I must mention that the romance aspect is terrible. I completely ignored it throughout the whole game because the dialogues are too amateurish. I wish they hadn't included it at all if they didn't have the time to align it with the overall quality.    … Expand
  92. lovescandal01
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    文句なしのGOTY2023だと思います。
    ストーリーがとにかく濃い。
    選択肢も多くどれもちゃんとその後の展開に影響する。
    こんなのはウィッチャー3以来。
    加えてジョブ/クラスの多さがより戦闘システムを深化させている。
  93. MccuddeN
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Bu yılın en iyi oyunu. Yılın oyunu ödülü alması gerek. Starfield daha popüler diye umarım ödülü ona vermezler.
  94. Marinne
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Goty, revolucionário, simplesmente o melhor jogo do ano. O amor e carinho que a empresa teve com o jogo e os fãs é sem igual
  95. MauroPeixoto23
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    GOTY 2023, Melhor jogo do ano de 2023, história incrível, personagens memoráveis e uma gameplay gostosa.
  96. romakit90
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Was inlove with Divinity Driginal Sin 2. Was scared that this all DnD sistem will not bring any complex combat sistem like in DOS2. How wrong i was! This is a best game ever!
  97. Tokidoki
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    No recuerdo juego que haya disfrutado tanto. Tan ambicioso y tan bien logrado al mismo tiempo.
  98. cptsss
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Joy shared with others are more enjoyed.
    This year, I played the game that I was most addicted to, not feeling tired or tired!
  99. d_mouse
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    BG3 is probably the best game to come out in the last 15 years and apart from a few bugs causing the game to crash every now and then it's near perfect
  100. v3rsus
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This is amazing game. I am enjoying every second of the gameplay. Astonishing graphics, awesome quests and cool characters. A lot of character customization options, classes, roles, races,etc. The game when you enter the dungeon in the evening end exit in the morning IRL time ) You completely carried away from the moment you got in the game. Very hard to resist. Thank you Larian StudiosThis is amazing game. I am enjoying every second of the gameplay. Astonishing graphics, awesome quests and cool characters. A lot of character customization options, classes, roles, races,etc. The game when you enter the dungeon in the evening end exit in the morning IRL time ) You completely carried away from the moment you got in the game. Very hard to resist. Thank you Larian Studios for the masterpiece. Totally deserved the game of the century award! )… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 112 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 111 out of 112
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 112
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  1. Cubed3
    Mar 25, 2024
    90
    With a vast world to explore with varied stories and secrets to discover, Baldur's Gate 3 definitely shines. The cast is largely appealing and voice acting is top notch all-around, even if the storytelling and line delivery is varied in its pace. Character progression is somewhat weak in the opening levels but has a strong foundation for a great buildcraft experience, even if it lacks some on the fly experimentation seen in Larian's past efforts. Despite some performance woes in the later parts of the game and controller hangups, this is a journey worth taking for fans of Dungeons & Dragons or those new to the role playing field.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 22, 2024
    100
    Larian Studios, the creators of the latest installment, have gone to great lengths to make sure they didn't disgrace any of the franchise's building blocks. The love and care is evident in Baldur's Gate 3, though needless to pretend, there aren't a few bricks crumbling here and there in this monument. It's far from a perfect title, but on the whole Baldur's Gate 3 is a brilliant computer RPG that is undoubtedly not to be overlooked. [Issue#329]
  3. RPGamer
    Dec 7, 2023
    100
    Baldur’s Gate III is a title that many would not have thought possible just a few years ago. The game serves to further Larian Studios’s already strong reputation, and the studio deserves massive credit for refusing to panic, taking its time to get things right, and continuing to offer improvements even after launch at an impressive rate. Hopefully, it is able to reap the richly deserved rewards for doing so.
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