Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. Kehama
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Want an angsty, goth cleric girlfriend: no problem.
    Have vampire fantasies: no problem.
    Fancy yourself James T. Kirk and want to get down with an alien lady: sure.
    Want murderhobo: OK
    Wonderful.

    The only thing I'll be sad about is if Larian goes back to their Divinity series. Seems a shame about this engine and system, which is a WHOLE lot better (no excessive ground spam).
  2. HexAzur
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    I usually enjoy my games quietly and very rarely leave reviews, however Baldur's Gate has earned the praise that it is being given. There hasn't been a game in recent years that has captured my attention quite like this. I'm a novice in the DnD world, but in my opinion it is nothing short of amazing and the voice acting is actually believable and engaging????
  3. chivas477
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    A dream come true, waiting for official mod support to make it the best game ever made
  4. Shakingcow
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    This game is what as a child we thought gaming would become. It carries a standard that has almost been lost to time. You actually can play through the game with out feeling like you need to shell out more money for fomo. No missing quests because of exclusive deals. I am so tired of developers and studios being chopped up due to share holders. With all that said the game is actually good.This game is what as a child we thought gaming would become. It carries a standard that has almost been lost to time. You actually can play through the game with out feeling like you need to shell out more money for fomo. No missing quests because of exclusive deals. I am so tired of developers and studios being chopped up due to share holders. With all that said the game is actually good. It is packed full of quests and secrets and decisions.

    The game does not hold your hand. The game is a world full of impactful decisions. You want to be a paladin who stands for good and wants to squash all evil go for it, you better not make decisions that stray from that path. It actually makes you ROLEPLAY. It consumes you and makes you stay up late miss sleep and want more.

    ~400 people made Baldur's gate in less time than triple AAA titles. It released in a better state, and no microtransactions with less bugs. Compare this to a game that has a storied series on the 4th iteration with 9000 workers and 10 years in development.    … Expand
  5. PenetratorGod
    Aug 20, 2023
    5
    I don't understand what all the fuss is about...

    Too many technical problems. It remained in early access for 3 years, it should not have come out with such a bad optimization. These are not things I can accept. This is the main reason for my negative opinion about the game. But there are a lot of things I don't like about gameplay and story, these are personal opinions. Someone else    I don't understand what all the fuss is about...

    Too many technical problems. It remained in early access for 3 years, it should not have come out with such a bad optimization. These are not things I can accept. This is the main reason for my negative opinion about the game.

    But there are a lot of things I don't like about gameplay and story, these are personal opinions. Someone else may like what I don't like. I can respect that, however it doesn't change the fact that this game is one of the most overrated games of recent years.

    It's a game that is currently being guarded and constantly exaggerated by fan bases and gaming media. This will probably be over in a few months, but you cannot easily express your negative thoughts about this game on any platform because there are people waiting to lynch you.

    In short BG3 didn't offer me anything special that I hadn't seen before in any game of the same genre. I played 50 hours and it was an extremely ordinary experience. The story and characters were all forgettable and boring. Gameplay is much worse than Divinity Original Sin 2. Character creation screen was very poor. The effects of the choices made were also not noticeable. Also, the soundtrack is very bad. It's almost non-existent. It's too bad there's not a single catchy soundtrack.

    Going and exploring somewhere on the map is a complete waste of time. A good weapon or armor never comes out. There is a serious item variety problem in the game. All of the classes are extremely bad and useless. Development of your character in the game is very inadequate and not felt compared to Divinity Original Sin 2. There is no balance in difficulty levels.

    Even without technical problems, it still wouldn't have been a game of the year candidate for me. I was actually thinking of giving the game 0 score, but since Larian supports the game in my native language, I decided to give it 5 score. Despite the bad experience the game gave me, this is still a very high rating.

    I wish Larian had continued the Divinity series. This isn't even a Baldur's Gate game anyway. Even if they fix the optimization in the coming months, it is no longer possible for them to fix the gameplay and story side.

    I had high expectations for the game and I'm a big fan of the Divinity series, but the end result is a big disappointment. It should have been Divinity Original Sin 3 instead of Baldur's Gate 3 and then I'm sure they could have made a much more successful game.    … Expand
  6. LelaShaw
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    When I start playing Baldur’s Gate I was immediately hooked. The story and the world is so exciting. You want to explore everything and every npc you meet has an interesting story to tell. For me it had the same feeling as The Witcher 3 in scope of the world and characters you meet. And that was an action based game. I tried playing turn based games before but I never had the patience forWhen I start playing Baldur’s Gate I was immediately hooked. The story and the world is so exciting. You want to explore everything and every npc you meet has an interesting story to tell. For me it had the same feeling as The Witcher 3 in scope of the world and characters you meet. And that was an action based game. I tried playing turn based games before but I never had the patience for this type of games. But for Baldur’s Gate 3 the combat is exciting and when a fight is over I have this feeling of accomplishment. I am happy I did try playing this game. Also the replayability is the best. No future game will be the same with all the different classes and dialogue options you can choose from. For me this will be a game that I can play in many years to come and never be bored of it! Therefore 10/10!… Expand
  7. Angelalt04
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    It's the first time I've played something like this and turn-based games have never caught my attention, however I'm in love with this game, it has become my favorite video game.
  8. 1901221619
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    年度最佳遊戲！！多樣多變的劇情！！深入刻畫的角色情感！！處處埋藏著意想不到的驚喜！！屌打暗黑破壞神！！！！非玩不可！！
  9. fataljaxx
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    It's all we dreamt of 25 years ago. This is a well thought and executed game. Nothing tops this from the RPG library of games in my opinion.
  10. KapiQ120Gamer
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    That's how games should be done ! BRAVO for Larian Studio ! MASTERPIECE ! Games got me out of life for a lot of days !
  11. rinshun
    Aug 20, 2023
    5
    Overrated.

    Despite the game boasting extensive content, numerous dialogues come across as incongruous. For instance, opting to remain idle prompts an NPC to express gratitude for assistance... Furthermore, the game is plagued by numerous bugs, particularly vexing graphical anomalies such as sudden texture pop-ins and murky shadows. The combat mechanics also lack strategic depth.    Overrated.

    Despite the game boasting extensive content, numerous dialogues come across as incongruous. For instance, opting to remain idle prompts an NPC to express gratitude for assistance...

    Furthermore, the game is plagued by numerous bugs, particularly vexing graphical anomalies such as sudden texture pop-ins and murky shadows.

    The combat mechanics also lack strategic depth. While a few intriguing elements exist, the majority of it is rather uninspiring.    … Expand
  12. Sugarroad
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Astonishing game play!!
    I can play my own and it consumes my time.
    It could be the best game in this year. :)
  13. Sterben_
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    That's awesome game. And that's my first review on metacritic, special for Baldur's Gate 3. My little advice for newbies: do what you want to do, don't lock at consequences, "best's" choices, on guides "how to find a legendary sword on 1lvl" and etc. That's your adventure, be pleasure with it.
    I hope other RPG/CRPG developers will be take an example from Larian.
    Sorry if my English    That's awesome game. And that's my first review on metacritic, special for Baldur's Gate 3. My little advice for newbies: do what you want to do, don't lock at consequences, "best's" choices, on guides "how to find a legendary sword on 1lvl" and etc. That's your adventure, be pleasure with it.
    I hope other RPG/CRPG developers will be take an example from Larian.
    Sorry if my English bad. I'm not native speaker.    … Expand
  14. ferre
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    This game is such a masterpiece. It;s actually a game and not a way to scam as much money out of people as possible. It takes hundreds of hours to complete and that's not because there are millions of collectibles, but through sheer enjoyable content. And still they don't price the game at the ridiculous price point of 69.99 that a lot games have done recently.
  15. Jarlaxle1000
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Es el mejor juego de rol de la historia. Después de jugar mi primera run en este juego, puedo decir que me he enamorado de este tipo de juegos al que hace años que no jugaba. Desde el Dragón Age Origins no he tenido algo tan divertido y a la vez con tanto contenido. Y decir sobre todo que este juego es insuperable.
  16. evaw
    Aug 20, 2023
    8
    Waited Divinity OS 3, but received Bladur's gate 3 - anyway it's a good game ;)
  17. ZanEtherial
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    A milestone for gaming and Rpg genre. The game industry need to take example from Larian
  18. Sants182
    Aug 20, 2023
    5
    Best game of rpg in a long time, maybe the best ever. The quantity of stuff you can do there, and the way you can resolve quests are endless. Lot care and detail everywhere. I hope this can put an standard in the industry, of how a real game should be made.
  19. weirdusername
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    I have played Baldur's Gate 3 for 170 hour and this game is literally fascinating and I think it is one of the closest things to perfection and I don't agree with Swen because this is the new standart and golden age of RPG. Everything the game has to offer and the amount of time and effort that goes into it is really crazy. Every major game studio should take a lesson from Larian.
  20. DisasterRain
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Rockstar-level nonsense for scope, Fuc yeah!
    Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  21. Itstimayyy
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    I have really bad choice paralysis IRL and the fact that a video game can make you second guess your choices and have them matter later on in your playthrough really shows the company’s care for the game. Every single little reply from your choices has a voice acting. Insane replay value. A world that feels fully immersive and well lived. I wish and hope Larian gets to do more games likeI have really bad choice paralysis IRL and the fact that a video game can make you second guess your choices and have them matter later on in your playthrough really shows the company’s care for the game. Every single little reply from your choices has a voice acting. Insane replay value. A world that feels fully immersive and well lived. I wish and hope Larian gets to do more games like this in the future… Expand
  22. alkman
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    I give it 10 points because it's probably one of the best games of the last 10 years in its genre and one of the best RPGs released during that time
  23. Xetraid
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    This game is impeccable, amazing and I truly think they set the standard.

    The endings and Epilogue is not that good, but outside of that this whole game is a must play.
  24. Tattered
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    12/10 if I could. Larian show everyone that there is still hope for us, that good game without modern "give me all your money" technics can be created. 200h in game and I still drop my jaw. I can only ask for more stories in this incredible world, in the future.
  25. Anarchizt
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    This game has so many good things going for it.
    pros
    Great story
    Great graphics
    Player freedom and choice
    Great gameplay

    cons
    the engine of the game needs to be restarted every now and then because it takes up the memory.
  26. Goku130
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    best game ever very good story with good charactere and a lot of choice with conséquences plus a solid gameplay and a very big world with exellent art style and design
  27. huntyh
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Absolutely insane. I pirated it at first as I do with every game (all of them are garbage), but I had to buy it after like 3 hours, I loved it so much. This is how you make games, worth every penny. I hope EA and the rest rot in hell and we get more studios like this.
  28. DavidBayon
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    This game is a 10 stars of 5. I've never post on metacritic before and Larian "make" me want to do it, because they deserve the ducking GOTY. -Complex and at the same time simple lovely/hateful characters -Beautfil, huge, masive and scary enviroments -Huge diversity of enemies and npcs. Plus hundres of ways to manage the battles or even tons of ways to avoid    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    This game is a 10 stars of 5.

    I've never post on metacritic before and Larian "make" me want to do it, because they deserve the ducking GOTY.

    -Complex and at the same time simple lovely/hateful characters
    -Beautfil, huge, masive and scary enviroments
    -Huge diversity of enemies and npcs. Plus hundres of ways to manage the battles or even tons of ways to avoid battles and do it just poisoned beer, rolling dices in a conversation meanwhile your rogue steal them or just avoinding the quest and exploring another area if you will.
    -The music gorgeous
    -If you play it by yourself and play with friends you could choose other pacings, so you wont get bored. Its fricking amazing.

    Ps: I've being playing the game for 135hrs so far, just if you are wondering,    … Expand
  29. Equinox0607
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    En iyi rpg ,oyunun sunduğu özgürlük neredeyse sonsuz , şunu yapabilir miyim diyorsanız büyük ihtimal yapabiliyorsunuzdur.
  30. yoloozoo
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    神諭跟柏德之門3
    真正的3A大作

    DIABLO4?
    拼命浪費玩家生命的電子垃圾
  31. tshrimp
    Aug 20, 2023
    0
    Was this game written by a bunch of teenagers that giggle at every mention of sex. Can a person ever talk to anyone without being propositioned? Probably the most perverted game I have ever seen, and so many have defended this, which is very worrisome. I know I will get the "unhelpful" check for this review, but being honest will get you that if you are not in the majority. If you are aWas this game written by a bunch of teenagers that giggle at every mention of sex. Can a person ever talk to anyone without being propositioned? Probably the most perverted game I have ever seen, and so many have defended this, which is very worrisome. I know I will get the "unhelpful" check for this review, but being honest will get you that if you are not in the majority. If you are a pervert, and like cut scenes, then this game is for you. For me, I have come out of my mothers basement, so this isn't exciting to me.… Expand
  32. FRT123
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Truly a masterpiece from Larian Studios! Huge world I love every second I’m playing this game!
  33. TomeG1
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    After 35 hours still in act 1 but this game is awesome and it saddens me that companies like activision, blizzard, ea, microsoft are so ignorant to the fact that a good and well made game will sell regardless. Not implementing microtransactions or dark patterns in a game and releasing future complete games should not be an option but a mandatory thing for every AAA game that we are payingAfter 35 hours still in act 1 but this game is awesome and it saddens me that companies like activision, blizzard, ea, microsoft are so ignorant to the fact that a good and well made game will sell regardless. Not implementing microtransactions or dark patterns in a game and releasing future complete games should not be an option but a mandatory thing for every AAA game that we are paying for as consumers.… Expand
  34. OurFreeBird
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    “We believe in providing a complete and immersive gaming experience without the need for additional purchases. Enjoy the game to its fullest without any additional cost or microtransactions."

    Buy this game, vote with your wallets. This needs to be the standard. No denuvo, no mtx, no always online. Thank you Larian for making games with a passion.
  35. osa
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Best game ever! Story, characters, fighting, world..everything is so alive!
    Larian
  36. kalambaha
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    for 70 hours of gameplay I got only to the 2nd act, I have not had such immersion in games for a long time. This game, in my opinion, has only one drawback - if you start playing it, you will forget about the world around for at least a few weeks
  37. Pepperyounggam
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    What? you still didn't buy this gem of a game yet?

    better stop calling yourself a gamer then....

    also to devs whining about how larian is setting unrealistic standards for gamers...

    This is a standard for games. what you guys have is shameful to be called a standard.

    Just try to earn your bread in another industry plz.
  38. Pixxxx
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Combat was daunting for me because I never played DnD but I feel like all the hours I played Xcom helped a lot. The writing, characters, story, voice acting, cutscenes, game systems is just absolutely perfect. Contrary to salty developers this game DID set a NEW STANDARD. To other studios: maybe if you'd spend time making a fun, rich, satisfying game instead ofAbsolute masterpiece. Combat was daunting for me because I never played DnD but I feel like all the hours I played Xcom helped a lot. The writing, characters, story, voice acting, cutscenes, game systems is just absolutely perfect. Contrary to salty developers this game DID set a NEW STANDARD. To other studios: maybe if you'd spend time making a fun, rich, satisfying game instead of focusing on how to monetize the ever living **** out of them you could achieve such greatness as Larian did. Instead of crying foul LEARN from them and emulate them. If BG3 doesn't win GOTY 2023 this industry is corrupt and I will pirate EVERYTHING except for Larian games.… Expand
  39. c00ckiez
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    I've spent an ungodly amount of time on BG1&2 - checking almost every corner, every chest, every interaction, every dialogue, every book. I loved these games.
    From this point of view, BG3 is a worthy successor. Lots of dialogues, choices and events.
    I thought the real-time + pause combat from BG1&2 was perfect - but the turn-based combat in BG3 is SO MUCH BETTER! I'm embarassed to admit    I've spent an ungodly amount of time on BG1&2 - checking almost every corner, every chest, every interaction, every dialogue, every book. I loved these games.
    From this point of view, BG3 is a worthy successor. Lots of dialogues, choices and events.
    I thought the real-time + pause combat from BG1&2 was perfect - but the turn-based combat in BG3 is SO MUCH BETTER! I'm embarassed to admit how many times I placed my dude at the edge of a chasm to seeing him fall down because he was pushed by the enemy. Something so blatantly obvious, but makes combat so refreshing - at least compared to previous BG's.
    I love the enriched rest/camp mechanic, changing surroundings, requiring supplies (finally we have to eat and drink!)
    Graphics and animations are cool, the landspaces are beautiful.
    I love this game and I will consume every tiny bit of it, just like I did with BG1 and BG2.    … Expand
  40. NapoMMC
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    10*/10 by far. This game is just perfect. If anyone has doubt about this I urge them to play the game.
    My review doesn't have anything to do with "the state of the gaming industry" or other nonsense like that. This game is just good regardless of the comparison with other games.
    Divinity: Original sin was good but the first act was really annoying and way too puzzle-ish for my taste.    10*/10 by far. This game is just perfect. If anyone has doubt about this I urge them to play the game.
    My review doesn't have anything to do with "the state of the gaming industry" or other nonsense like that. This game is just good regardless of the comparison with other games.
    Divinity: Original sin was good but the first act was really annoying and way too puzzle-ish for my taste.
    Divinity: Original sin II, first act was a bit too hard but the game became more balanced after you gained a few levels. I think this was made so you really feel that you are in a bad situation and it's not easy to get out of it.
    Baldur's Gate 3 is perfectly balanced on all difficulty levels from the start and the game is really fun from the first scene. The story is crazy and the game is just awesome, the replayability of it is insane.
    It's easy to just lose hundreds of hours into it and not feel the passing of time at all.
    The game also makes you second guess every dialog and decision that you make.
    I love it.    … Expand
  41. Kronos362
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    All I can say is wow, wow, wow… the team at Larian went all out on this game! It truly is a masterpiece that is going to be fondly remembered. To be honest, it kind of feels like a lovingly made piece of art. Character creation, companions, setting are all incredible, but what makes this stand out is the depth and painstaking detail woven into the quests, gameplay and dialogue that screamsAll I can say is wow, wow, wow… the team at Larian went all out on this game! It truly is a masterpiece that is going to be fondly remembered. To be honest, it kind of feels like a lovingly made piece of art. Character creation, companions, setting are all incredible, but what makes this stand out is the depth and painstaking detail woven into the quests, gameplay and dialogue that screams masterclass. It’ll probably will take some getting used to for some younger audiences that have been so subjected to increasingly dumbed-down and low-frequency content over the years, but this is something that once they get into it, will surely be a breath of fresh air to them and will be a real treat for that mistreated generation, showing them what epic gaming is about. It’ll hopefully inspire a new generation of budding game developers to reach for the stars, because sometimes someone like Larian actually manages to reach them.… Expand
  42. Heiso
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    C'est l'un des plus grand jeu que j'ai fait, des jeux qui m'ont prit autant de 'passion' sont rare. Je ne voit pas le temps passer il y a tellement de possibilités et il est si dense, il m'a fait l'effet "the witcher" , se retrouver dans un univers si complet que je me retrouve à regarder plein de vidéo sur you tube pour en savoir plus sur l'univers du jeu (donjon & dragon ici) . Ne pasC'est l'un des plus grand jeu que j'ai fait, des jeux qui m'ont prit autant de 'passion' sont rare. Je ne voit pas le temps passer il y a tellement de possibilités et il est si dense, il m'a fait l'effet "the witcher" , se retrouver dans un univers si complet que je me retrouve à regarder plein de vidéo sur you tube pour en savoir plus sur l'univers du jeu (donjon & dragon ici) . Ne pas connaître l'univers du jeu et/ou les autres Baldur n'est pas un frein pour faire le jeu , des résumer des autres jeux existe et you tube a beaucoup d'expert passionné pour nous en apprendre toujours plus. Le jeu est incroyable, sûrement une des meilleures expérience que j'ai jamais eu depuis vraiment très longtemps, j'ai tester énormément de jeu tour par tour et je n'ai jamais vraiment aimé car ça m'ennuyais mais là j'ai appris à aimer ça et me rendre compte que c'est en aucun cas gênant. Bref il faut y jouer vraiment , ça serait louper une expérience que de ne pas essayer ou d'avoir peur du système du jeu qui peut faire peur même pour les néophytes (jamais jouer a de jeu de rôle papier ou autre Baldur / divinity etc) . Foncez ! Larian Studio je vous aime et merci pour votre jeu… Expand
  43. brssena
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo do mundo, incrível como conseguiram fazer uma obra prima dessas
  44. 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
  45. hapticyo
    Aug 19, 2023
    2
    The best thing about this game I can say is it's finished, it's exceptionally well fleshed out, and it's not buggy, but past that, it's just boring, it's so unbelievably slow to do literally anything I stopped looking in anything just to make it playable.

    I wanted to at least play and enjoy the story but I don't even know if I'm on a side quest or not, I just dropped down into a    The best thing about this game I can say is it's finished, it's exceptionally well fleshed out, and it's not buggy, but past that, it's just boring, it's so unbelievably slow to do literally anything I stopped looking in anything just to make it playable.

    I wanted to at least play and enjoy the story but I don't even know if I'm on a side quest or not, I just dropped down into a mega-dungeon that could take me a couple of hours to work through just to find out I did a side quest that has almost no impact on the story.

    And you need to be able to disable the dice rolls they are by fare the least enjoyable part of the game, they should be hidden int he background and just display success or failure.    … Expand
  46. EIIsworth
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    10/10
    They deserved it.
    Good job, Larian Studios!
    Unlike Ubisoft, EA Games and whatseover these suit guys are called who have only profit in mind.
  47. Max_Settings
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Best game in decades. Simply a masterpiece.

    Summary: buy it, play it, love it Gameplay- ☑ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Nothing special ☐ Okay ☐ Bad Graphics- ☑ Masterpiece ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good ☐ Will do ☐ Bad ☐ Awful Audio ☑ Amazing ☐ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad Audience ☐ Kids ☑ Teens ☑ Adults ☐ Everyone Story- ☑ Lovely ☐ Good ☐ Average ☐    Best game in decades. Simply a masterpiece.

    Summary: buy it, play it, love it

    Gameplay-
    ☑ Very good
    ☐ Good
    ☐ Nothing special
    ☐ Okay
    ☐ Bad

    Graphics-
    ☑ Masterpiece
    ☐ Beautiful
    ☐ Good
    ☐ Will do
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Awful

    Audio
    ☑ Amazing
    ☐ Very good
    ☐ Good
    ☐ Decent
    ☐ Not too bad
    ☐ Bad

    Audience
    ☐ Kids
    ☑ Teens
    ☑ Adults
    ☐ Everyone

    Story-
    ☑ Lovely
    ☐ Good
    ☐ Average
    ☐ Not great
    ☐ None

    Difficult-
    ☐ Just press a bunch of buttons
    ☐ Easy
    ☐ Significant brain usage
    ☑ Easy to learn / Hard to master
    ☐ Not so easy
    ☐ Difficult
    ☐ Dark Souls

    Grind-
    ☑ Nothing ☐ Only if you care about leaderboards/ranks ☐ Isnt necessary to progress ☐ A bit grindy sometimes ☐ Average grind level ☐ Too much grind ☐ Insanity Game Time- ☐ Short ☐ Average ☐ Long ☑ Depends on you ☐ Endless Price ☑ Just buy it ☐ Worth the price ☐ Wait for sale ☐ Maybe if you have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended    … Expand
  48. Bluebasil
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    So much replayability, so much depth. Amazing for single player, but also Imo the best multiplayer game by far.
  49. Preg
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    I could never get into or enjoy anything turn based. However I do enjoy RPG games. PoE, original Diablo, Bethesda games, the witcher, etc etc.

    Turn based has always been such a bore though. Anyway, with the incredible flood of positive reviews this game has received I'll keep it short. As someone who never like turn based game - Baldurs Gate 3 has to be one of the best games in    I could never get into or enjoy anything turn based. However I do enjoy RPG games. PoE, original Diablo, Bethesda games, the witcher, etc etc.

    Turn based has always been such a bore though. Anyway, with the incredible flood of positive reviews this game has received I'll keep it short.

    As someone who never like turn based game - Baldurs Gate 3 has to be one of the best games in recent memory and I can't stop playing it. I can't wait to replay it again with a party. I can't wait to play it again using different classes. It's incredible what the developers have done.

    Highly recommend it.    … Expand
  50. Vashkur
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    49 yrs young here, started on a C64 with Ghostbusters as one of the first games that I fell in love with. It had a cool progression and upgrade mechanic but you had to load it from a Cassette Deck! Anyone under the age of 40 can google that last bit. I played the original BG and BG 2 and I can say that BG3 is honestly one of the best Games I've ever played. Not to mention its a complete49 yrs young here, started on a C64 with Ghostbusters as one of the first games that I fell in love with. It had a cool progression and upgrade mechanic but you had to load it from a Cassette Deck! Anyone under the age of 40 can google that last bit. I played the original BG and BG 2 and I can say that BG3 is honestly one of the best Games I've ever played. Not to mention its a complete gaming experience out of the box! Larian Studios have shown the rest of the industry that you can make a great game that's a financial success, which doesn't treat their player base like blood bags of cash while they Vampire like suck us dry of our hard earned cash with Microtransactions, Loot Boxes etc etc. Everyone at Larian who worked on this, My Gratitude is boundless. And as I was fond of saying during my D and D Days May the wind be always at your back and the road always rise to meet your feet.… Expand
  51. Yahmza
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    An incredible achievement of art direction, writing and game design. An amazing game.
  52. pedronson
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    o jogo mais impressionante que já presenciei desde de os grandes clássicos dos anos 90. Que ainda os supera de todas as maneiras possíveis, como é de se esperar pelo avanço de técnicas e tecnologias. Uma obra feita por uma empresa dirigida por pessoas que notavelmente amam o gênero, ao invés de simplesmente empresários que olham apenas análises de mercado
  53. Derrian
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Probably the best CRPG ever made.
    Played BG1, BG2, Pillars of Eternity 1 & 2, Divinity 1 & 2, etc.
    The level of detail is something else, I hope you guys continue to expand on this game once you finish your well deserved break.
  54. Defianth8
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. Is amazing the care they took with every single detail in this game. The best RPG I’ve played since Witcher 3.
  55. rainmedwn
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    best crpg of this decade. Larian, u guys r amazing. thx for the experience.
  56. Kotbu
    Aug 19, 2023
    0
    Massive sloggfest, and incredibly boring. I hated every single playable character I encountered because they were all irritating and just visually stupid looking. One of the top 5 worst gaming experiences I’ve ever had. It blows my mind that this game is as popular as it is because I would never recommend this game to anyone. I would like to get my money back.
  57. floppi77
    Aug 19, 2023
    0
    Best CRPG by far. Lacks performance in act 3 and gets more bugs as you progress but nothing game breaking. The good outperforms the bad by a lot.
  58. Casualfield
    Aug 19, 2023
    0
    I never thought I'd play another game as good as Divinity: Original Sin 2 in my lifetime, which was crowd funded on Kickstarter by the way. Baldur's Gate 3 has absolutely improved in every single aspect all while being on the brink of bankruptcy. Ever hear of a AAA game company almost going broke? No, because they don't make games, they make money, greedy F******.
  59. jkgames
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a masterpiece combining brilliantly written interactive storytelling with an engaging tactical combat system amid a dense open world.

    Every detail is purposeful.
  60. Worfy
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Larian did the impossible whit this game. This should be the standard when it comes to high quality gaming . There is no use saying anything about the game itself since is perfect in every way shape and form, simply amazing.Buy it , support the developers , somthing like this comes only once in 10-20 years.I dare say the perfect game. I have over 70 hours of gameplay and im still in act 2Larian did the impossible whit this game. This should be the standard when it comes to high quality gaming . There is no use saying anything about the game itself since is perfect in every way shape and form, simply amazing.Buy it , support the developers , somthing like this comes only once in 10-20 years.I dare say the perfect game. I have over 70 hours of gameplay and im still in act 2 . Its a must play game… Expand
  61. Zenrique
    Aug 19, 2023
    9
    I didn't gave a solid 10 because the tutorial isn't complete enough, i needed to read D&D 5e instructions to understand some icons and mechanics but besides that, it is one of the BEST RPG's i've ever played in my life, the graphics, the characters, the lore, the atmosphere, EVERYTHING is amazing, Larian did an truly amazing job and ALL OTHER STUDIOS SHOULD SEE AND FOLLOW WHAT LARIAN DID!I didn't gave a solid 10 because the tutorial isn't complete enough, i needed to read D&D 5e instructions to understand some icons and mechanics but besides that, it is one of the BEST RPG's i've ever played in my life, the graphics, the characters, the lore, the atmosphere, EVERYTHING is amazing, Larian did an truly amazing job and ALL OTHER STUDIOS SHOULD SEE AND FOLLOW WHAT LARIAN DID!
    This is a game that will never be forgotten.

    Good job for all people involved in this project, this GOTY will be very well deserved.    … Expand
  62. pirke
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Best game ever. I'm over 40 hours in, just getting started in the story. This game is so huge, unbelievable. And the quality of everything... amazing.
  63. ands93
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Jogo sensacional! Muito divertido, absolutamente completo em interações e criatividade em combate e ações. Um RPG fiel ao gênero! Impecável!
  64. Jaggid
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    While not an open world RPG, Baldur's Gate 3 has more freedom, more choices, and more paths to achieve goals than any cRPG I've ever played, and I've played most of them. At no point in the game was there any encounter or obstacle which didn't have many ways to resolve. The game rewards players for being creative and imaginative.

    High production values, engaging turn-based combat,    While not an open world RPG, Baldur's Gate 3 has more freedom, more choices, and more paths to achieve goals than any cRPG I've ever played, and I've played most of them. At no point in the game was there any encounter or obstacle which didn't have many ways to resolve. The game rewards players for being creative and imaginative.

    High production values, engaging turn-based combat, and passably decent writing combine with that to make this one of the, if not the, best cRPG ever released on PC.

    It is not, however, particularly innovative, despite all the accolades being heaped on it, and it sits most comfortable in the turn-based cRPG genre. So if either (or both) of those things don't appeal to you, don't let the hype trick you. You probably won't like the game.

    Me, personally, I love it.    … Expand
  65. Esidon
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    For upwards of 60 $ you should be able to buy games of the highest quality , unfortunately in this age we get games like assassins creed Valhalla DIABLO 4, and a joke of a game world of Warcraft , which in my opinion should cost half of what you pay for. With boulders gate 3 there is so much content that I feel I’m robbing this studio BLIND FOR 60$ because I know I’m going to play thisFor upwards of 60 $ you should be able to buy games of the highest quality , unfortunately in this age we get games like assassins creed Valhalla DIABLO 4, and a joke of a game world of Warcraft , which in my opinion should cost half of what you pay for. With boulders gate 3 there is so much content that I feel I’m robbing this studio BLIND FOR 60$ because I know I’m going to play this game for years to come .This game is my new best RPG ON the market . It’s a timeless masterpiece that will be a benchmark of how real RPGS are to be played . From games like Skyrim and Witcher 3 , this game creates a new standard for me of what a true rpg should be like . Thank you bailers fate ❤️… Expand
  66. Coasted
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Whatever Larian touches seems to turn to gold. Loved Divinity Original Sin 1&2, and I love Baldurs Gate. The best part about this game is, they've made an engaging immersive player experience without the toxic cash/microtransaction shop. You paid for a game, you have a game and a great game at that.

    This is not to say cash/microtransaction shops are bad, they are just bad when a    Whatever Larian touches seems to turn to gold. Loved Divinity Original Sin 1&2, and I love Baldurs Gate. The best part about this game is, they've made an engaging immersive player experience without the toxic cash/microtransaction shop. You paid for a game, you have a game and a great game at that.

    This is not to say cash/microtransaction shops are bad, they are just bad when a developer exclusively builds their game around it like what Blizzard did with D4. PoE did the cash shop right IMO, where D4 did it wrong.    … Expand
  67. zmija1
    Aug 19, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not know how this game has high scores ,I don't like it graphic is like ai generated browser like mobile generic ,combat is slow and intuitive, visually very bad characters are blend not storyline ugly world of fantasy.… Expand
  68. manatheros
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    If you have fine tastes and enjoyed:

    - Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 - Planescape: Torment - Dragon Age: Origins Then you'll be happy to know that Baldur's Gate 3 is a worthy successor, and the game we've awaited for a very long time. It has: - Great combat - Great story and dialogue - A deep, rich, textured world - Interesting choices - Beautiful graphics, animation, and voice    If you have fine tastes and enjoyed:

    - Baldur's Gate 1 and 2
    - Planescape: Torment
    - Dragon Age: Origins

    Then you'll be happy to know that Baldur's Gate 3 is a worthy successor, and the game we've awaited for a very long time.

    It has:
    - Great combat
    - Great story and dialogue
    - A deep, rich, textured world
    - Interesting choices
    - Beautiful graphics, animation, and voice work

    Like with any game, there's a few bugs, ranging from minor to moderate, but they're getting fixed as I type this. Maybe 1% of the time, I wish there were some different dialogue options available or even more freedom in the end game, but for a game of this magnitude, it's a trap to get hypercritical over something small when the whole is so grandiose.

    Swen Vincke is a treasure and must be protected at all costs. That's why he wears that armor. He knows.    … Expand
  69. ssjrayane
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    i think even if you dont like the strategy game turn-based you must give this one a shot
    i hope this game wil be GOTY 2023
  70. SheijuSucces
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    A rare game without microtransactions, a passion for video games in their purest form, manages to bring together a niche public and a casual audience. 10/10 Larian Studio GOTY
  71. Orden14
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Simply the best game of the decade, THE must-play. Even if you're not into dungeons&dragons or not a RPG player at all, Baldur's gate 3 will be able to suck your soul into this wonderful universe.
    Don't be scared of the seemingly hard mechanics the game has to offer, you will learn the core rules quite quickly and grow fond of the game within the blink of an eye. During your character's    Simply the best game of the decade, THE must-play. Even if you're not into dungeons&dragons or not a RPG player at all, Baldur's gate 3 will be able to suck your soul into this wonderful universe.
    Don't be scared of the seemingly hard mechanics the game has to offer, you will learn the core rules quite quickly and grow fond of the game within the blink of an eye. During your character's and his companions' wonderful (or dark) journey, you will write your own epic tale based on all the choices you'll be asked to make.    … Expand
  72. Smashz
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    This game is a MASTERPIECE! The way that the story rolls and the possibilities are almost infinite. And also the dev team seems to be really interested in the community feedback.
  73. jamesthessj4
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    A ten to stick to those idiots giving it a 0. Is the game perfect, no. Is it a 0? No. Only a brain-dead idiot would give this game a 0.
  74. pacoguti
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    The best game I've ever played in my life. Flawless and perfect. We need more games like this.
  75. yerbalxrdx
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Love it love it love it. Larian is the best, masterpiece just like Divinity Original Sin 2.
  76. Kalle1234
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    From the producers of the great game Divinity 2, they have finally outdone themself and created an even wider and better RPG game that shows us how AAA titles really should look.
  77. xrposiedon
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    10/10 Non gamers even may like this game. My wife who doesnt even play video games, went 6 hours straight on BG3 her first day, followed by her buying it and downloading it as her first game she has ever bought. Yes...its that good for the average person.
  78. Stealth_Meister
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Deep, interconnected storylines between companions and a lovely main storyline!

    No microtransactions, battle pass, or any of that other crap.

    Overall, a very fun time.
  79. mariajzre
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Best RPG. Best game of the year and Best game ever. This game deserve a 10.
  80. MNSUAngel
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    GOTY so far. No game can be perfect, and BG3 certainly isn't. But this game is in a class of its own and it shows. There is at least 2-3 games worth of games here and it is a blast. Player choice is bar none. Player freedom is bar none. Combat is lots of fun without becoming overly complex. And the story is a hoot and a riot. What more can you ask for? Oh yeah, it is also - somehow - aGOTY so far. No game can be perfect, and BG3 certainly isn't. But this game is in a class of its own and it shows. There is at least 2-3 games worth of games here and it is a blast. Player choice is bar none. Player freedom is bar none. Combat is lots of fun without becoming overly complex. And the story is a hoot and a riot. What more can you ask for? Oh yeah, it is also - somehow - a 100+ hour experience. Once in a decade kind of a game. Once in a lifetime kind of game once Act III bugs are ironed out.… Expand
  81. Campingcarl04
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    One of the top games in recent years can stand on its own and finally a game without micro transactions. Thank you
  82. josefoliveiraa
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Perfect! This game manages to dynamically and playfully adapt the elements of a D&D turn-based RPG. The graphics are beautiful, the story is well built and the characters have depth, in addition, of course, the freedom to explore and interpret the world the way the player wants. Full mark!
  83. KtRocks95
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Minsc thinks this is the greatest adventure of all time. Just kidding Minsc splits skulls, Minsc does not think. Boo Thinks this is best adventure of all time.
  84. FEFEXD93
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GOTY 2023 I have never play crpg before or d&d but im in now this is the real role play not a simulacre of choices who means nothing to take option 1 . 2 . or 3 . this game has a soul .thanks to you larian studios.… Expand
  85. Mateusdalpozzo
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    The game is awesone, great history and mechanics. All the possibilities the player can take are amazing
  86. veckans
    Aug 19, 2023
    1
    What really kills this game is that it gets really boring. I quite enjoyed Act 1 and it has a decent pacing but Act 2 drags on forever and the story gets uninteresting. I pushed myself to play the last couple of hours to finish Act 2 and now i feel kinda fed up with the game. I really tried to like this game, don't think I have ever played a game this much without enjoying it. But yeah IWhat really kills this game is that it gets really boring. I quite enjoyed Act 1 and it has a decent pacing but Act 2 drags on forever and the story gets uninteresting. I pushed myself to play the last couple of hours to finish Act 2 and now i feel kinda fed up with the game. I really tried to like this game, don't think I have ever played a game this much without enjoying it. But yeah I had to come to the conclusion that Baldurs Gate 3 is a bad game.

    Metacritic doesn't allow me to write a proper review of the game so I have to keep it short    … Expand
  87. Soujirop
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Although the writing (both of the main plot and characters) still doesn't reach the level of mastery of the second entry, and there aren't as many places to visit, the unmatched level of freedom to solve every situation and act exactly as you want, more than makes up for it. In addition, the graphics engine that made Divinity Original Sin so famous is unrivaled in the world of CRPGs,Although the writing (both of the main plot and characters) still doesn't reach the level of mastery of the second entry, and there aren't as many places to visit, the unmatched level of freedom to solve every situation and act exactly as you want, more than makes up for it. In addition, the graphics engine that made Divinity Original Sin so famous is unrivaled in the world of CRPGs, allowing us to interact with almost every object on the map, climb mountains and buildings, fly, fill the stage with flames and frost, and much more. The worldwide acclaim it is receiving is truly well-deserved.… Expand
  88. Vanakka
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Its so good when you lose yourself in the freedom and get so immersed about the sheer amount of unique dialog trees and choices and you think to yourself did I make the right choice?
  89. blackshirt40
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    this game is amazing and isnt going to bleed us with buy **** later, its complete
  90. MooreDaz
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Best game of the year by far, and probably best game of the decade.

    This is a 10/10 game.
  91. Doanmoc
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    masterpiece of CRPG, I hope larian prove CRPG game is still interesting to intract many players if it is good enough for some producer, such as Obsidian, inxile or Bioware
  92. 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
  93. MigueMurillo
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    La cantidad de opciones que te da este juego es impresionante! Una obra maestra en toda regla!
  94. DreamAli
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a great game that throws players into an amazing fantasy world quickly and dramatically, contriving a dire series of events that thrusts a group of unlikely companions into a perilous journey. It is the greatest RPG . The game is overflowing with crossroads, with every step conjuring up yet more paths trying to seduce you off the beaten track. Each of the three actsBaldur's Gate 3 is a great game that throws players into an amazing fantasy world quickly and dramatically, contriving a dire series of events that thrusts a group of unlikely companions into a perilous journey. It is the greatest RPG . The game is overflowing with crossroads, with every step conjuring up yet more paths trying to seduce you off the beaten track. Each of the three acts could be their own epic RPG, jam-packed with elaborate dungeons, strikingly memorable quests and unique stakes, supported by systems that offer a truly intimidating amount of player freedom. Have Fun Adventurers… Expand
  95. Skajson
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    I felt like a child who plays its first game. Thank you for such an amazing experience Larian Studios.
  96. Volgart
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Blizzard should learn from Larian how to make good games. Baldur's Gate 3 is a phenomenal game. I haven't had so much fun with any other title in a long time. For me, this is the game of 2023.
  97. Hoshi212
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    This game is just pure CRPG goodness. This IS the new standart for AAA RPGs and CRPGs espeacially. No one demands the same results from small indie studios, that's impossible or would take very very long. But for big a** publishers and developers? Yes I expect this in the future too.

    I haven't even played a CRPG that much since the old Realms of Arkania (Das Schwarze Auge) or Eye of the    This game is just pure CRPG goodness. This IS the new standart for AAA RPGs and CRPGs espeacially. No one demands the same results from small indie studios, that's impossible or would take very very long. But for big a** publishers and developers? Yes I expect this in the future too.

    I haven't even played a CRPG that much since the old Realms of Arkania (Das Schwarze Auge) or Eye of the Beholder series. Good RPGs, sure but they were more immersive sims like System Shock or Ultima Underworld.

    If you love CRPGs and the insane freedom and amount of ways to solve a problem in this game, this is for you. You will be a very happy person.    … Expand
  98. Rufnek
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Although I've been a long time DnD fan, since it began in the 70's, I have not really played much since my teens, with the last real playtime landing with the "Gold" box (Pool of Radiance, Curse of the Azure Bonds, etc.) games and finally Baldur's Gate 1 & 2 upon their initial release. I bought into this a couple of years back but only put a couple of hours in and found I didn't want toAlthough I've been a long time DnD fan, since it began in the 70's, I have not really played much since my teens, with the last real playtime landing with the "Gold" box (Pool of Radiance, Curse of the Azure Bonds, etc.) games and finally Baldur's Gate 1 & 2 upon their initial release. I bought into this a couple of years back but only put a couple of hours in and found I didn't want to ruin the surprise. So much to learn and find in this game! This game deserves an 20 out of 10. Larian devs put so much effort into this game and every time I think I have cleared an area, I go back to find more that I have missed. Wander EVERYWHERE. Go to dead ends. Open everything. All this exploration is on top of the amazingly well spoken and written story lines. I want to play with every character. If you are the type of person that might be interested in the story, quests, exploration, and are not turned off by redoing battles, if needed, then PLAY it. It is the best game of its type to EVER be developed for computers/console - I'm not kidding. It is the top of pile by a huge margin and that's for the last FIFTY (50) years of Dnd. This is a GOD tier Dungeons and Dragons Game.… Expand
  99. Xemnuz
    Aug 19, 2023
    6
    People giving this 10/10 are out of their minds when it comes to objectivity, not even a voice acting protagonist in a slow game like this is absurd. Most overhyped game I have heard of in a while.

    If you compare this to a now very old game Dragon Age Inquisition which is the closest game that comes to mind, they trade blows in some things, but I find the 9 year old DAI overall much    People giving this 10/10 are out of their minds when it comes to objectivity, not even a voice acting protagonist in a slow game like this is absurd. Most overhyped game I have heard of in a while.

    If you compare this to a now very old game Dragon Age Inquisition which is the closest game that comes to mind, they trade blows in some things, but I find the 9 year old DAI overall much better than this after 30 hours of gameplay. Closest 2. would be Greedfall which too is better in most ways.
    I tried this first like a year ago, didn't like it at all. Tried upon release again now and it's pretty much the same, although I've come a bit further.

    The game is extremely slow going, your character is appearing to jog while walking slow. It has quite good voice acting and characters at times but lacks depth so far, but thats early to say.
    The graphics are near identical to DAI, if you could slap DLSS on DAI they could be in the same world. The customization is ok, but lack of nose, mouth, eyebrows, face shapes and so forth is unacceptable, some will say that it would be impossible with cinematics etc, well even a game like Immortal Fenyx and Greedfall has that, DAI too has that, with voice acting on top of your fully customized character making the experience complete, while here your character just looks at a person appearing to be mute or slow.

    The combat is pretty awful so far, if you win you win, if you loose you reload the game, if you have to throw a dice, you either win and go forth, you loose you reload the game. It's not a fun way to play. Many of the dialogue options are not possible to get to if you ask/say the wrong thing first, usually they allow in most games to go by all of the dialogue options so you dont have to reload, but here it's very limited.

    I do want to play some more and perhaps it grows on me, but how people praise this game is just not objective. There is absolutely no smoothness to it, it's just so rough, everything from camera to movement and combat, it's like if it came out in 2008 it would be decent, but it's 2023, it can't be this unpolished today.

    So far it's perhaps 6.5/10, going to either 6 if not improving or possibly a 7 if it really picks up.    … Expand
  100. YERGICAN
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    This is the most satisfying game i have ever played in terms of exploration. Maybe Elden Ring could come close to this.
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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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