Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. Agategirl1
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played in a very long time! So refreshing to play a complete game
  2. BernieBernieson
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    The best RPG that I've played, loses some points because act 3 is rough and needs work.
  3. Tomcat2049
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Amazing old-school CRPG with nice visuals, interesting gameplay and great storyline. Perfect game!
  4. corillian
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    RPG of the Decade....Graphics, Music, Story, Gameplay...it's all Top Notch.
    But it's not for everyone... Action Focused Players will not love this turn-based-combat.

    For me it is Larian's Masterpiece and i hope there is more to come from this developer...
  5. Violaoo
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I was never a fan of cRpg games. But good comments online made me try this game. And OHH BOYYY glad i checked it.
    Game is amazing, From Quests to story line, from world to explore to combat, from great amount of spells to fantastic options to create YOUR Own person with skills and acting as you wish.
    This is GOTY for 2023, as a game that didnt had huge budget for promotion in media they    I was never a fan of cRpg games. But good comments online made me try this game. And OHH BOYYY glad i checked it.
    Game is amazing, From Quests to story line, from world to explore to combat, from great amount of spells to fantastic options to create YOUR Own person with skills and acting as you wish.
    This is GOTY for 2023, as a game that didnt had huge budget for promotion in media they nailed it in every ascpet of the game.
    Biggest supprise of 2023 soo far.
    I LOVE IT! (even if i hated crpgs before!)    … Expand
  6. matchworld
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    One of the best CRPG game I have ever played.

    -1 because of ACT 3 bugs during early access launch.
  7. omen3608
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    Larian managed to build an absolutely amazing world. Some of the characters strafe a bit far from what I would consider to be a classic fantasy scenario, but the overall experience more than makes up for it. The combat feels satisfying and the sheer amount of ways to approach problems are mind-boggling.
  8. spaghettisaddle
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    easily the best game to come out in years. no play through has to be the same. can easily be played through over 5 times due to how many choices actually effect the story. the only argument ive seen that is more of an opinion, is that some people wont like the turn-based combat. a lot of the bad reviews i've seen are just toxic people coming over from the star field reviews
  9. Smigolpro
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Eu não sentia a sensação de jogar um RPG tão fino como esse, desde o Persona 5, certamente esse game merecerá toda a premiação que receber, pra mim, é o game of the year de 2023.
  10. THEMagetONE
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece, bugs here and there in Act 3 but not a single time i've felt that it ruined my experience in any way. And ngl i've never ever felt so immersed into a game since i was a kid
  11. LaraCrimson
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    All my life i have dreamed of a game where I could do anything, so much so that I'm currently in higher education as a games developer because i thought it would be the only way to see the game of my dreams. Now it seems larian has beaten me to it and delivered a masterpiece of design. Never have I ever had so many choices, so much freedom, so much potential. Throughout my first and secondAll my life i have dreamed of a game where I could do anything, so much so that I'm currently in higher education as a games developer because i thought it would be the only way to see the game of my dreams. Now it seems larian has beaten me to it and delivered a masterpiece of design. Never have I ever had so many choices, so much freedom, so much potential. Throughout my first and second playthrough much of my time was spent thinking about things to do next time -theres that much to do !. You can test your combat skills, slay your foes, discover secrets, cry, or fall in love (either with a character that puts real people to shame or with the baeuty of Faerun). This is a must play just like elden ring or minecraft or read dead redemtion. Even if it's not your genre, this demands your attention.… Expand
  12. Sahrk
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, Act 3 drops off slightly in quality of story and performance, but everything that precedes it and the amazing gameplay more than makes you forgive the devs.

    There's still potential for improvement which is crazy considering the groundbreaking game Larian Studios built here, please give me the farm epilogue Sven, I beg you.
  13. shhnd
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I would say it is a excelent game and a new breakthrough for crpg, good job
  14. Jazzjerry
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I can't imagine how many people would have put in the effort to build a game of this magnitude, you guys deserves the title of Game of the Year.
  15. guncooper
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    It is the best experience I had in games so far. Every time I launch the game, it gives me a lot of fun. Almost every session finishes with a story I want to tell my friends. Also, none of us had the same playthrough except for some little details. Also, I found there are so many things I missed in the first Act, so I'll definitely play again from the beginning.
    Best game purchase ever.
  16. BlakeChaos
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    They knocked it out of the park with this one. Just really, really fun to play. The strategy in combat and the characters are great. I love the replayability and being able to run through the game with my wife was a huge plus. She still hasn't put the game down. 300 hours and counting. 10/10. Haven't bought a game that has been worth my money in a while and this one is worth the money 10They knocked it out of the park with this one. Just really, really fun to play. The strategy in combat and the characters are great. I love the replayability and being able to run through the game with my wife was a huge plus. She still hasn't put the game down. 300 hours and counting. 10/10. Haven't bought a game that has been worth my money in a while and this one is worth the money 10 times over. Can't say enough how much I enjoyed this game.… Expand
  17. Phoenix_d_Ash
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    How it should be. . . . . .
  18. Adamjd
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Absolutely game of the year. The NPC characters you actually care about. The story has so much ability to replay due to so many different story outcomes.
  19. Razkuff
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I just finished my first playthrough, and man was it a blast. This is my first Turn Based RPG that I've played, and I never though that I would like this kind of game. Looking forward to doing more playthroughs with different classes and origins in the party. Think it's time for some Dark Urge!
  20. Blusasquatch
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    80 hours and I think I'm close to the end of the game while getting excited for my next playthrough.
  21. Eviltoy
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Best Game i ever played so fun so big so beatiful and so great story. You have not to beat the game you Live it.
  22. Morwens
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    In a moment like this, where there is a tendency in game and movie industry to exploit the good things done in the past and squeeze it out for commercial purposes only, playing on fans attachment to propose substandard products, one could have suspected that for this game too we would have had a similar risk. ABSOLUTELY NOT!! This is the game we needed AND the one we deserved!
  23. Dajak_Zardok
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Pues despues de terminar el juego sin parar 2 semanas en ambos caminos, dejando de lado todos los que se estrenaron les dire que es el mejor dinero invertido en mi que he gastado, un juego completo y largo sin micro pagos ni gachas un unico pago y muchas horas de divercion, muy bien cuidado a mi que jugue roll con los amigos de niño me recordo esos años, y sus personajes todos tiene unPues despues de terminar el juego sin parar 2 semanas en ambos caminos, dejando de lado todos los que se estrenaron les dire que es el mejor dinero invertido en mi que he gastado, un juego completo y largo sin micro pagos ni gachas un unico pago y muchas horas de divercion, muy bien cuidado a mi que jugue roll con los amigos de niño me recordo esos años, y sus personajes todos tiene un carisma que quires saber su historia.… Expand
  24. Avnh
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Sick game goty for sure diablo 4 is **** compared to this and even a improved to dos2!
    Sick game goty for sure diablo 4 is **** compared to this and even a improved to dos2!
  25. tomtomson
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Great RPG to play with friends, totally can recommend it! I love the D&D implementation in this game, it's easy to learn but gives challenges, and each fight is like a puzzle that you have to solve.
  26. burakc159
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Best epic rpg game for ever literally. i wasn't a fan of d&d games but Baldur's Gate 3 tied me up screen.
  27. Rivga
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, so much choice, there are options in the game that I did not even think to choose let alone choose another path.
  28. AlanVanderboom
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    An epic hard to duplicate. It's goodness is far beyond our expression. There's one thing I could say: The true and full beauty of the game is inside itself and the only way to get it is to experience it by yourself. That's my best review I can say for a game.
  29. Pilawar
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Juego increíble. La historia es una de las mejores que yo recuerde. Una pena que no esté en todas las plataformas.
  30. Bocaseca
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Tiene que ser increíble poder jugar a este juegazo. Solo me llegaba para una Series S y no por ello voy a criticar la grandiosidad de este juegazo. Aburrido de las pantallas de carga al atravesar cada puerta y de las cinemáticas entre cambios de planeta de Starfield.
  31. gabrieltorres97
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito bom o jogo merece o goty.l … Expand
  32. miusita
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is for me the best game of the decade, it’s so ambitious that i got goosebumps thinking of how devs did this, definitely must play
  33. GuardianATX
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Normally I play first person action or third person action games that don't have a steep learning curve or or require significant time investment to get some kind of enjoyment or value out of. This is the first RPG since Mass Effect trilogy that actually has me hooked. Like any good RPG, your engagement with the world, committing to making choices and experimentation is actually rewarded,Normally I play first person action or third person action games that don't have a steep learning curve or or require significant time investment to get some kind of enjoyment or value out of. This is the first RPG since Mass Effect trilogy that actually has me hooked. Like any good RPG, your engagement with the world, committing to making choices and experimentation is actually rewarded, meaningful and beautifully executed across gameplay systems and story telling. Every once in a while any medium whether it be gaming, movies books or comics, a true masterpieces comes to set new standards. Highly recommend it anyone looking to get lost in an immersive story driven experience. Imagine not growing doing hardcore nerd stuff like magic the gathering or DnD and now being curious as an adult, that's how good it is.… Expand
  34. Coulphil
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Superbe RPG parfaitement realisé, sans bug avec un graphisme a la hauteur et des dialogues de haut vol. Digne successeur des Baldur's Gate précédent. Je ne regrette qu'une chose c'est la disparition des pipelines d'actions des précédents BG et l'IA paramétrable des PNJs suiveurs, mais a part cela l'âme des Baldur's Gate est bien là, bravo Larian
  35. Mathezar
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is not a perfect game, but it is an inspired masterpiece and love letter to lovers of the RPG genre and D&D in particular. It has some of the most interesting writing i've ever seen in a video game and the voice acting is among the best I've ever seen in a video game. I've already recommended this game to anyone who will listen.
  36. Bimmy_Time
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! ALL negative reviews are disgusting Starfield and Zelda fanboys who don't even own BG3, trying their hardest to review-bomb the clear GOTY, so their games can stand a chance. Ignore them, they are toxic sore losers.
  37. Pixelei
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    I love how most of the negative reviews here are from people who wanted BG2 in a 3D engine. Crying over how this isn't identical to a 23-year-old game. It's sad, honestly. The game is a masterpiece, and one of the best games to come out in decades.
  38. raptor88
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    An extraordinary game with abysmal depth and truly breathtaking graphics.

    80 hours already and I can't get enough of it, having loved the first two installments back in the day!

    Gripping story, touching ally characters, dynamic turn-based gameplay!

    Simply the Goty 2023 for me! Huge thanks to Larian Studio!
  39. ArguyusSilvers
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Simple.

    It's DND. But a videogame.
    Almost anything you think you can do, you can. The game reacts to it. Very good game. Super fun.

    Wish they would add in encounter creator so this could be used for Online DND.
  40. AdSumPoro
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece, with an insane replayability, few bugs and a good story. A must try
  41. Seboz91
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    I bought the game in early access und never touched it until the full release. For me the absolut best game I ever played. Thx Larian.
  42. Ryed
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    By far the best game I have played in the past 10 years. It gives me great hope for the future as I had much given up on the game industry with all of it's micro-transactions and unplayable games on release. Instead Baldur's Gate 3 is a complete game with HUNDREDS of hours of content.

    Your choices matter. Sure there are some required interactions to still tell the intended story, but    By far the best game I have played in the past 10 years. It gives me great hope for the future as I had much given up on the game industry with all of it's micro-transactions and unplayable games on release. Instead Baldur's Gate 3 is a complete game with HUNDREDS of hours of content.

    Your choices matter. Sure there are some required interactions to still tell the intended story, but this does not mean the interactions don't play out vastly differently. Failure does not mean you miss out on content and instead can give you an entirely different set of content. It is the same for only succeeding. Among your choices is your character creation. I chose a Drow and I never expected so many interactions changing because of this. There is a Goblin camp you go through in act 1 and my experience there was widely different purely because of my race. I was immediately treated with respect and authority without having to do anything where as my friends playing other races had to prove themselves. The game really takes into account the world as a whole that they made the game live inside. All of this breeds so much opportunity for multiple playthroughs.

    I've played through the game solo and with a friend and each time we were both learning new things, interactions, and getting new dialogue. It often felt like I was playing a whole new story, though of course with the same larger story beats. It was very refreshing.

    At this point I have played over 80 hours of the game and I look forward to putting even more into it. Larion studios is actively making updates and adding new cut-scenes and interactions. I can only imagine how the game will have only further improved and evolved in a years time. All that to say even now if Larion did not do any other updates or fixes, it is already a masterpiece. It doesn't NEED any fixes or additional content, but all the updates and added content is most welcome. It feels like it needs to be mentioned that this new content is all free. This is not DLC content. There are no micro-transactions.

    I've never been a fan of turn based games, but that did not stop me from enjoying the game one bit. The story was so gripping I often found myself reading the books to get a better and looking up wiki articles to understand who these mysterious factions were. The world feels alive and I want to know more about it. This all coming from a person who played FF14, which most of my friends rave about the story being the selling point, I instead skipped all cut scenes because I couldn't immerse myself.

    Baldur's Gate 3 has had a huge impact on my ability to sit down and just learn about the world. I tend to prefer 'high octane' gameplay. Fast paced and no time for my brain to feel idle. I had no troubles slowing down and just exploring. I found myself instead wanting to really savor all the interactions. See what all my choices would do. Reloading just for the extra little bit of knowledge dialogue. I felt upset failing history rolls because the little tid-bits of knowledge was truly interesting.

    I am now hooked on the universe and will definitely be looking into The Forgotten Realms horde of novels. Baldur's Gate 3 really knocked this one out of the park. The gameplay is fantastic. The world is so well built. The characters feel alive.

    The main critique I could give about the romance options/origin characters is that they all have some huge insane backstory that makes them all 'interesting' and 'mysterious.' It can feel a bit over the top, but when I think about DnD they all perfectly recreate what a DnD character background would be. Each player would want their character to have an interesting back story and some motivation in the world. They're not all just there to accomplish what the story wants/needs and has their own interests outside of the main story quest.

    Obviously I love this game. It has brought back a feeling from gaming that I thought was long dead. I can only hope Larion Studios continues game development. I will definitely be playing Divinity Original Sin 1/2 after I finish my adventure through Baldur's Gate 3.

    I cannot recommend this game more. I believe it has something for everyone. It is truly a masterpiece.    … Expand
  43. Mythos_s
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Se perdurará como referência, tanto em games, filmes, series e animações.
  44. KrazyKooter
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    It is the masterpiece that we have all been waiting years for. NO micro-transactions. NO "live services". Just a masterpiece of a game that every RPG player deserves.
  45. Sovolei
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    In fact, I am very grateful to the developers for such a wonderful game. I literally sat and rejoiced at how cool everything was here. what can I say if I signed up for metacritic just to write a good review
  46. g4bri94
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Semplicemente quasi perfetto. Manca solo la possibilità di esplorare il mondo liberamente dall inizio.
  47. Brixx
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    For real role-playing games it is a really good title and deserves a 10 out of 10.
    Especially when you play Dungeons and Dragons you immediately feel comfortable and can enjoy the adventure.
    As an RPG beginner it might be a bit difficult, but then why should you get Baldur's Gate 3?
  48. Stewart1991
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    This game is just amazing, great story, characters, world and gameplay. Nothing hidden behind a pay wall or any micro transactions. This game represents every good in gaming, just go and buy it.
  49. Razielus
    Sep 11, 2023
    9
    I enjoying this game so much and I was not used to turn based combat in RPGs, yet I get used to it almost instantly. Love the excellent quest, superb writing, extraordinary characters... every companion is different with their goals, morals, quests, characteristics... last time when I felt something like that was in Witcher 3 and that is few years ago. I must recommend this game to anyoneI enjoying this game so much and I was not used to turn based combat in RPGs, yet I get used to it almost instantly. Love the excellent quest, superb writing, extraordinary characters... every companion is different with their goals, morals, quests, characteristics... last time when I felt something like that was in Witcher 3 and that is few years ago. I must recommend this game to anyone who have no problem with turn based combat, have enough time and enjoyed Dragon Age: Origins, Witcher 3 or Mass Effect Trilogy. This game can take so much time... but where else You can scratch dog and owlbear in same time ? Anyway, if You missing a feel when playing RPG with good story, great quests, interesting world, amazing characters, then this is a "must have" game for You. If You prefer fast paced real time combat, then this isn't for You, yet I can speak for myself, that it is easy to get used to it, so You may give it a try.… Expand
  50. Alwaysplaying
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    One of the Best game ever made. I'll buy 5 copies and any dlc or anything they want. Just to support good game developers like this one.
    If your on the fence, buy it, kick back and just play it whatever way you want. You're in for a treat! Enjoy
    Definitely GOTY
  51. Darkfelix
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Um jogo perfeito .
    Personagens cativantes ,liberdade e detalhismo.

    A empresa fez com amor e merece mto reconhecimento
  52. Villardo
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    You can kick squirrels and throw children into the abyss... what more could you ask for?
  53. Kloko
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Great game, I love cutscenes, and story. I like this tactical turn based combat playstyle, it suits me, with complexity similar to Battle Brothers. Also romance with Shadowheart is dream come true, I wish i would met such a lovely and sweet woman.
  54. Vizslaman
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    An amazing RPG that should be the new gold standard for the genre moving forward
  55. Divascaino
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Jogo perfeito para quem gosta de RPG de mesa. Os devs estão de parabéns pela dedicação.
  56. Sinabuns
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    The graphics are beautiful! Game play is smooth and fun. Been waiting a while for this release and it did not disappoint! Highly recommend!
  57. Surg3on
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Once every 5 to 10 years you get a great story driven RPG. Don't miss it!!!
  58. ELECTROVAMP
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I hope Larian is working on a big DLC for this masterpiece. It would be great to have higher level cap, new stories, items and locations
  59. Ariakax
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    A dream come true. A love letter to the gaming community. The passion and effort behind this masterpiece is unfathomable. Best PC game in a long long time.
  60. TalionSwift
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    This is game of the year easy! Only thing that I could say negative is some minor performance issues. Other than that it is true excellence, and I'll haven't played a better game all year. Some were close but Balders Gate ended up king.
  61. gmdone
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    I was waiting years for this game, and most of it was truly amazing, but act 3 as a whole is in a bad state, and the ending is very lackluster.

    Edit: Larian deserves a 10 for the speed with they are patching the game and adding things that the players are asking for.
  62. NativityInBlack
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Masterful game, if you want it to be more imersive or action oriented, fix the camera using the options and map 'W' to be forward, it will be closer to a Witcher 3 type of exploration. Keep in mind it's still a great tabletop RPG simulation.
  63. brindle88
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Crazy good game that has exceeded my expectations. Only issue i have is that the companions arent very immersive and i wish magic loot was rarer and more powerfull. Still a ten though.
  64. UpperGoddom
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    No words can truly describe the experience you will receive from playing this game. Regardless of whether you like D&D or its setting. If you like RPGs or a good story in general, you must play this.
  65. digglespants
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Quite possibly my favorite game of all time! The voice acting is cinema quality, the story is so well developed, the characters have personalities that feel real, and the interactions with animals are hilarious! Use speak to animals and talk to everything! You'll be glad you did! The only the thing sucks is the inventory management system. It's gotten better since DoS2 but it's still notQuite possibly my favorite game of all time! The voice acting is cinema quality, the story is so well developed, the characters have personalities that feel real, and the interactions with animals are hilarious! Use speak to animals and talk to everything! You'll be glad you did! The only the thing sucks is the inventory management system. It's gotten better since DoS2 but it's still not great. I spend way more time than I want to cleaning and organizing items… Expand
  66. Slayermax1
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    It truly deserves to be in the race for GOTY this year. This is the most fun i've had the whole year with a game so far.
  67. Paladore
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Larian studios marked a new high in the gaming industry with this amazing game. I played open beta and knew the moment I played it it’s going to be amazing. It’s a turn based game that allows for hundreds of different outcomes during your play through. No In game shop! No spending extra money, which is unheard of in “todays new standards” . I’m already maybe 70 hours into the game and ILarian studios marked a new high in the gaming industry with this amazing game. I played open beta and knew the moment I played it it’s going to be amazing. It’s a turn based game that allows for hundreds of different outcomes during your play through. No In game shop! No spending extra money, which is unheard of in “todays new standards” . I’m already maybe 70 hours into the game and I just got to the new area. The game is well worth it. This company deserves our money.… Expand
  68. Marcelocdz
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Não joguei mas o pouco q vi já me chamou a atenção,quero muito jogar ele solo e com amigos,a liberdade que o jogo te dá é um ponto que gostei muito.
  69. Bass4Life
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    I am loving this game so far (45 hours of gameplay). The depth of characters and story telling are fantastic. No microtransactions, no agenda, no always online. For the first time in a long time this game feels like a game that was designed to be enjoyed by the player and not just to feed company revenue with little regard for the enjoyment of the consumer after receiving payment.I am loving this game so far (45 hours of gameplay). The depth of characters and story telling are fantastic. No microtransactions, no agenda, no always online. For the first time in a long time this game feels like a game that was designed to be enjoyed by the player and not just to feed company revenue with little regard for the enjoyment of the consumer after receiving payment.

    The only minor gripe I have with the same thus far, is there are sexual advances that come up at random. I'm fine with it, if it fits the story, but I've had a character that seemly hated my guts up until this point, and last night all of a sudden wanted to share a bed with me? It was out of the blue and didn't really make sense with my decisions up to that point. Otherwise, solid game that I'm enjoying very much.    … Expand
  70. Itadakimasu92
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Since DOS 1 & 2, Larian Studio is the only savior for me for fun-long lasting RPGs. BTW, no microtransactions.
  71. Terminal-Rex
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    This game is a once in a decade game, there's is too much they do right to get anything less than a 10/10. The graphics are outstanding, the game mechanics are brilliant, but most of all the story telling is second to none. There are so many ways to cook an egg with this game, for example I have been using some walkthrough for some of the quests and I notice that they are telling me aThis game is a once in a decade game, there's is too much they do right to get anything less than a 10/10. The graphics are outstanding, the game mechanics are brilliant, but most of all the story telling is second to none. There are so many ways to cook an egg with this game, for example I have been using some walkthrough for some of the quests and I notice that they are telling me a completely different way to beat it, this is because your choices can change each individual quest entirely, to the point each quest is almost tailored to your game. Even to the point of which party members you have in your party at each specific quest can change the outcome and dialogue choices. The spells you learn and play style you adopt will completly change how the game goes for you. This isn't a mass effect style 4 endings in different colours and your choices mean nothing. Every decision you make in this game has the ability to entirely change the story and this is a revolution for gaming, something much bigger developers always promise but never deliver on. Hats off!… Expand
  72. WirierJerk
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    It's quite entertaining to witness the critics of those youngsters from the 20s who are solely engrossed in Fortnite and never heard of DnD, pointing fingers at this game, labeling it as excessively cinematic and overly drenched in narrative intricacies, rather than a game of fast-paced combat action. Their ability to assign negative ratings to this masterpiece truly showcases their uniqueIt's quite entertaining to witness the critics of those youngsters from the 20s who are solely engrossed in Fortnite and never heard of DnD, pointing fingers at this game, labeling it as excessively cinematic and overly drenched in narrative intricacies, rather than a game of fast-paced combat action. Their ability to assign negative ratings to this masterpiece truly showcases their unique perspective and profound wisdom!… Expand
  73. Mandra
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    The Divinity Original Sin games were good, but BG3 seriously blows them out of the water.
    It absolutely sets a new standard for RPGs and PC games quality.
    Hats off to Larian, you are awesome!
  74. Megadethl
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    I play video games since I was a kid, I always loved RPGs and this one tops them all, just buy it! Worth every peny!
  75. HellCattZ
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Best most complete new AAA G
    game i've played in years and 100% game of the year i already have 68 hours played.
  76. Yahmza
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    An incredible achievement of art direction, writing and game design. An amazing game.
  77. DankDaddy8
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    hey finally a good game… the next big step after elden ring towards the gaming industry to become better. No micro transactions, tons and tons of content, very few bugs, A COMPLETE GAME!
  78. israelnasc
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    I am not even a huge fan of D&D and just can't get enough. Very well made, complete game, no microtransactions. Carefully made, guaranteed fun and very well balanced. Best turn based RPG I ever played. Companies should learn from Larian instead of making excuses.
  79. Gero1n
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    its a masterpiece, it can be even the best game ever for me,highly recommend for everyone
  80. OzgurMengelli
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    başyapıt, güzel hoş harika en iyilerden bu kadar da olmaz amk, daha fazlası olabilir ama iyi bu da baya iyi hayal gücüm yetmiyor vallahi
  81. rockandroll829
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    So far i have about 30 hours in the game and I haven't even gotten out of act 1! There is just so much to do and explore. Larian Studios is the best.
  82. Ilya123
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of the year. The new gold standard for rpg's and an obvious competitor to Zelda for game of the year.
  83. Estr3
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    The best western rpg i ever played.
    It's like playing a real D&d campaign but with hollywood direction.
    Simple wonderful.
    As a side note being me a reader of all forgotten realms books it was a real pleasure to play and "live" all that world and lore so loving and wonderfully recreated in this masterpiece.

    Thank you Larian.
  84. Czibo
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    It's not the BALDUR'S GATE we're used to, but it's a great game. A really good transfer of the dnd mechanics with a slight adjustment to the rules. Most importantly, it is an epic story that is worth experiencing.
  85. neuronist
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I had very high expectations for this game and Larian managed to exceed them by so much, I can't believe it. Thank you for making such a good game! :)
  86. Majqt
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Best RPG I've ever played. Finally a game without microtransactions, but still making a sh** load of money. How is it possible?! Excellent work Larian Studios!
  87. stronks100
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Best RPG ever.

    I like Zelda, Poe, Diablo... but this game is another level.
  88. jonkylan
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    A new standard for AAA gaming. We love our indies and would never expect them to put out this caliber of a game, but big companies (EA, Blizzard, Ubisoft, ect) are terrified of how beloved this game is. So much effort was put into it and WITHOUT ANY MICROTRANSACTIONS OR LOOTBOXES! That's the reason Blizzard is hemming and hawing about this game. They have always said they need to haveA new standard for AAA gaming. We love our indies and would never expect them to put out this caliber of a game, but big companies (EA, Blizzard, Ubisoft, ect) are terrified of how beloved this game is. So much effort was put into it and WITHOUT ANY MICROTRANSACTIONS OR LOOTBOXES! That's the reason Blizzard is hemming and hawing about this game. They have always said they need to have microtransactions to pay for their workers. BULL! Larian, if you were a person I'd kiss you. This is a top 3 game I have ever played. BRAVO!!!… Expand
  89. Cention
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Baldus Gate best game 10/10 ustamızdan masterpiece .
  90. BaBka_YaGGa
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Самая крутая RPG на сегодняшний день. Графика топ, геймплей супер, всем советую!!!
  91. cemreonur
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    My mind blown, what a huge game, btw thank you for turkish localization. Mechanics, character backgrounds, story telling, production wowwww just wowww
  92. beeves
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played, the depth to the combat, the items, the story, the world, the graphics, all the little interactions, fun solo, fun with friends, challenging if you want, etc. highly recommend, especially if you enjoyed Div 10/10
  93. wronek
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Big Grand Adventure ✔️
    True to D&D Lore ✔️
    Player Agency ✔️
    Overdelivery ✔️
    ceremo-what?? ✔️✔️✔️
  94. Saubaer
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This game is simply amazing, played it a lot in early access, reminds me of the old days, looks great, plays really well, is fun in coop. Its feature complete, its not a 90 Dollar game with micro transactions. Its simply deserving every positivity and hype it gets.
  95. Solar_Carpenter
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    This is a very good game. There are many options for the development of events. Perhaps even too much :-) The game is beautiful, the characters are interesting, the locations are good. Flaws? Well, the D&D role-playing system limits the imagination of the game authors :-)
  96. Fadereviews
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Great story, gameplay, characters, world. Best of all: No Microtransactions
  97. capca4u2
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Never thought i would like a turn-based CRPG game... until i encountered and played BG3. This is it! Thanks Larian for introducing me to such a great game... it's the best that has come to fruition!
    Hurrah! Hurrah!
  98. TheAJester
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is my first Baldur's Gate game. I also did not like DnD growing up. I tried once in high school and got frustrated in the first room not knowing what I was supposed to do and never tried again. I saw the bear scene on Tik Tok and had to get this game. I'm obsessed. I'm over 100 hours in with two characters and neither is even remotely close to beating it. There is just so muchThis is my first Baldur's Gate game. I also did not like DnD growing up. I tried once in high school and got frustrated in the first room not knowing what I was supposed to do and never tried again. I saw the bear scene on Tik Tok and had to get this game. I'm obsessed. I'm over 100 hours in with two characters and neither is even remotely close to beating it. There is just so much to do, so many options, so many ways the story could unfold, so many amazing characters and beautiful sets. It doesn't feel repetitive even when I'm doing the exact same quest again because I'm doing it a different way. After the massive disappointment of Diablo 4 I definitely needed this.… Expand
  99. cynicalbaby
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    This is a straight 10/10 game. If you like RPGs, you need to play this game!
  100. Doomer3003
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Best game i've played in a while. Probably best game in that genre.
    Massive win by Larian Studio.
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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
  3. Negative: 0 out of 112
  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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