Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

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  1. Stormbg3
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Amazing gameplay, amazing story telling, amazing characters, amazing, amazing
  2. catonkeyboard
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    A supreme achievement. For a turn-based, single-player, CRPG, this game is absolutely huge in terms of narrative scope and replayability. In addition, the amount of reactivity that exists based on the choices you make in character creation and in-game makes for great immersion and game play. If you are a fan of these types of games, this is a "must-buy" no question. If you are curiousA supreme achievement. For a turn-based, single-player, CRPG, this game is absolutely huge in terms of narrative scope and replayability. In addition, the amount of reactivity that exists based on the choices you make in character creation and in-game makes for great immersion and game play. If you are a fan of these types of games, this is a "must-buy" no question. If you are curious about the game (but have limited experience with single-player CRPGs) this is a "strongly recommend." The odds are high that you will find something (cinematics, tactical combat, intriguing story) that will draw you in and keep you!… Expand
  3. Darkysk
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    How to say....definitely not the perfect, definitely not for everyone especially for its gameplay, But this game is the dream of the every rpg lover in the world....one step above and we have Ready player one universe....
  4. Slannder
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Nice to finally have a game that isn't AAA micro transaction drivel, 1st Elden Ring than Hogwarts Legacy and TotK and now this!
  5. kzx
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Larian has, against all odds, delivered a worthy sequel to a masterpiece. It is by far the most ambitious CRPG to date. If you have even the slightest interest in the genre you'll love it.
  6. villadakilla
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I live to game and this one has been a real treat! A must play for true RPG enthusiasts!
  7. AZTORG
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    a masterpiece and a must-play game
    every 10 years you will play such a wonderful game in unique world
  8. North82
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    A true RPG in every sense of the term. It gives you choices with a aspect of randomness that will effect your entire experience. This hits the mark that the vast majority of RGPs miss and sets a new standard for gaming.
  9. Roman154
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Juegardo cabron, flipas con la de cosas que se puede hacer , el mejor juego por turnos que se ha desarrollado.
  10. PositiveControl
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I am a career RPG Gamer and Baldurs Gate 3 may very well be the best RPG I have ever played. The game is graphically beautiful, runs like a dream, and has incredible details. The sheer amount of story and options is staggering. This is easily a 100+ hour RPG worth every cent and has the highest replay value I have ever seen out of a RPG.
  11. jonoden
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Exceeds expectations. Is it a perfect translation of 5E? No. Can we overlook that and embrace what is actually is? Of course. Fantastic so far, can't wait to finish this game.
  12. Tranoldo
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Everything you could ever want in a CRPG.

    The voice acting 10
    The dialogue options 10
    The combat 10
    The characters & story 10
    No microtransactions & ACTUALLY a full game?! 10

    Don't @ me blizzard / EA / Any of you half baked farts that call yourselves game companies, we know the deal now. We know it's possible.
  13. diegodrickards
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Finally another epic RPG with storytelling in the vein of Dragon Age and Mass Effect, along with a complex, yet intuitive combat system which rewards creativity while remaining accessible. Really a lot of fun.
  14. samsouza1
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Larian não decepciona nunca! comecei a amar rpg após conhecer divinity, agora eles entregam mais uma obra prima.
  15. DeerEross
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Best RPG I have played in a really long time. Both Single-Player and Co-Op are great fun. There is absolutely no downside to playing either or the other way.
  16. DualStorm
    Aug 14, 2023
    0
    Terrible game. Very disappointed. terrible carmera controls and is a very slow game
  17. Hanfen
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Just created my account to rate this game. This game is one in a century game. It is one of the best games ever released.
  18. Sweatygrundle
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Not very dar into it and I'm amazed at the shear amount of options available in every situation.
  19. devinator12
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time. Like playing a visual novel written on par with the works of the greatest fantasy authors.
  20. Mattayz
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Blatantly obvious some people have left reviews just to try and knock this game down. As someone that has never indulged in CRPG games this one has me completely hooked. I think the fact this game actually challenges us to think and strategise is brilliance. I am currently 50 hours in and its blatantly obvious to me that the developers have done everything in their power to make this gameBlatantly obvious some people have left reviews just to try and knock this game down. As someone that has never indulged in CRPG games this one has me completely hooked. I think the fact this game actually challenges us to think and strategise is brilliance. I am currently 50 hours in and its blatantly obvious to me that the developers have done everything in their power to make this game FOR gamers.
    This game absolutely sets the gold standard going forward. If it can draw us in and make people enjoy a style of game that they previously had no interest in it absolutely MUST be considered the standard.    … Expand
  21. bandygrass
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I recently started playing D&D with friends and was immediately captivated by the creative freedom and boundless ability to choose your own adventure in the truest sense. Baldur's Gate 3 has managed to capture the feeling of playing a real D&D campaign in every way I could ever hope for. Also, I kicked a squirrel on a Nat 20 and it exploded. 10/10
  22. LordB
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Mass Effect Trilogy and the first Dragon Age were my favorite games for over a decade thanks to their well written and charming characters and enjoyable gameplay. Never thought I would get that sort of feeling from a game ever again honestly. Was running out of love and passion for the genre slowly but surely. With Baldur's Gate 3. Not only did it reignite my passion but it became myMass Effect Trilogy and the first Dragon Age were my favorite games for over a decade thanks to their well written and charming characters and enjoyable gameplay. Never thought I would get that sort of feeling from a game ever again honestly. Was running out of love and passion for the genre slowly but surely. With Baldur's Gate 3. Not only did it reignite my passion but it became my favorite game of all time. The story, THE CHARACTERS like Karlach my beloved Tiefling sweetheart, Shadowheart, ASTARION MY BRO. I just love the cast of characters. **** you Wyll) This game despite it's early bugs is a masterpiece in gaming and to me. My new favorite game of all time. Baldur's Gate 3.… Expand
  23. CQX
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    PERFECT
    I haven't played such a good game for a long time. hope I can see another good game in the future, Larian.
  24. alberthahn
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I literally created a metacritic account just to leave this review. Let's be clear - this is not an easy game to learn how to play. It's very cerebral and the mechanics have a steep learning curve, and it's made by nerds for nerds and if you're not a DnD or CRPG gamer it will feel slow, meticulous, and complex, and there is so much choice here that it can feel daunting. But oh man afterI literally created a metacritic account just to leave this review. Let's be clear - this is not an easy game to learn how to play. It's very cerebral and the mechanics have a steep learning curve, and it's made by nerds for nerds and if you're not a DnD or CRPG gamer it will feel slow, meticulous, and complex, and there is so much choice here that it can feel daunting. But oh man after you get past the initial learning curve, you'll find yourself awed by this masterpiece. The immersion is so good that every act, every word, every second you do anything in this game has meaning - you will literally get into your feels playing this game. BG3 is a love letter from Larian to DnD, and most importantly, us gamers who haven't had much to be happy about ever since "data driven" marketing and game design turned us all into numbers on a screen to be manipulated for cheap profit.

    Larian, we salute you.    … Expand
  25. Vexhani
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Truly an incredible experience. The best game I’ve played since I can remember. The level of detail and complexity is absolutely stunning. Hats off Larian!
  26. Infamousj25
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal! It was so easy to get pulled into the story, and I really felt as if my decisions had an impact on those around me. Truly an amazing game, and I am so happy that WotC let Larian make a game in the forgotten realms.
  27. KHazard
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. Released with minimal bugs, nothing like the current state of AAA games these days. I've never been a CRPG fan but I'm pretty hooked on this game. Tons of content, choices, gear, story, exploration that you actually want to do to find stuff. My only complaint is the camera is sometimes not the best to work with. Trying to look at higher elevation is a lot of times is not possible.
  28. KIOYASAKURAI
    Aug 14, 2023
    2
    Ah to tell the truth, I expected much more from this game, but unfortunately it didn't deliver, at least for me, the combat system was good for me, but it didn't take long for me to feel tedious, and the straw that broke the camel's back is its story that barely The 10 minutes of gameplay my only wish was that this be over at once, I respect the work of the developers however the titleAh to tell the truth, I expected much more from this game, but unfortunately it didn't deliver, at least for me, the combat system was good for me, but it didn't take long for me to feel tedious, and the straw that broke the camel's back is its story that barely The 10 minutes of gameplay my only wish was that this be over at once, I respect the work of the developers however the title failed to catch me.… Expand
  29. Zfb124
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The long awaited Spiritual successor to bioware in its prime. Have spent time with this title since early access and watched this game transform from a early access bugfest to a masterpiece of a game that has renewed my love of modern RPG's. A game that rewards and incentivices creativity while offering significant player agency, and satisfying choice where once can be equal parts hero,The long awaited Spiritual successor to bioware in its prime. Have spent time with this title since early access and watched this game transform from a early access bugfest to a masterpiece of a game that has renewed my love of modern RPG's. A game that rewards and incentivices creativity while offering significant player agency, and satisfying choice where once can be equal parts hero, villain or something in between. The character writing, romance, combat, attention to detail, and humor are some of the best i have ever seen in an RPG. Simply put this is a MUST PLAY for RPG lovers alike, and while there are small technical issues at time Larian has proven they are very fast to patch things and fix bugs so i will not let those small things affect my score. An all time great game that will be remembered for many many years… Expand
  30. Egga
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Wow! That’s about all I can say.
    I will complete the review at the end of the first run, but probably i will say only another wow, and than start with the second run
  31. thegreatpapaleo
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    I never got into Divinity series due to the way the dialogue plays out.

    I got into this because it has those Mass Effect & Witcher 3 conversation cutscenes.

    I never like the gameplay in Divinity but after playing BG3 for a day and I'm now playing it everyday. Still in ACT 1, clocking in about 40 hours now.

    GOTY 2023 calling it now.
  32. oguzya
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 doesn't just deserve GOTY but it deserves a special Best PC Game of All Time award. The story, gameplay, visuals, sound, replayability, and every small detail in the game is masterfully crafted. The game that every gamer dreams of!

    Larian Studios have just made the best PC game of all time but also reignited the almost extinguished flame in gamers' hearts. They teach all    Baldur's Gate 3 doesn't just deserve GOTY but it deserves a special Best PC Game of All Time award. The story, gameplay, visuals, sound, replayability, and every small detail in the game is masterfully crafted. The game that every gamer dreams of!

    Larian Studios have just made the best PC game of all time but also reignited the almost extinguished flame in gamers' hearts. They teach all the greedy developers and publishers out there how it's done and proved once more that great games are made with passion and, not with corrupted, corporate mindsets.

    A masterpiece to play for ages. Thank you Larian!    … Expand
  33. jonmax11021981
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Excellent game, excellent history, excellent combat mode, a master piece and lesson for other companies of the industry. Congratulations Larian Studios for this excellent job. I can't stop playing.
  34. JohnVictory
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The new stand to CRPG. You MUST play this masterpiece! This may be my favorite game of all time
  35. Nagykutya
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Finally! A true masterpiece amongst all the generic copy pasted wasteland of modern videogames.
    An actual rpg where choices matter. Please don’t believe the negative reviews. If you’re an rpg fan and you read through them,you realize that they’re completely irrelevant. Like people complain about the game being slow and too many dialogue options? Rate an rpg 0 because of that? If you want    Finally! A true masterpiece amongst all the generic copy pasted wasteland of modern videogames.
    An actual rpg where choices matter. Please don’t believe the negative reviews. If you’re an rpg fan and you read through them,you realize that they’re completely irrelevant. Like people complain about the game being slow and too many dialogue options? Rate an rpg 0 because of that? If you want fast paced combat with a next to nothing story,go play diablo 4. This is a true crpg masterpiece. Some bugs yes but you know that will be addressed shortly. So many developers promised and failed to deliver. Larian did it. This is it! This is the game all future rpgs will be compared to and let me tell you,it will keep the crown for a looong time based on what the coming soon lineup looks like. If you’re into action games,you can play assassins creed nepal or farcry afghanistan or whatever the next generic instalment will be. Can you not spam reviews based on too many dialogues in an rpg please? Knowledge is key    … Expand
  36. Nefedion
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    First time in a very long time I've been this excited for a new release. So many lately have been overhyped, overmarketed, overpromised and ultimately lacking. Day 1 DLC, game breaking bugs, some that even cooked graphics cards. It's satisfying that I bought a game that feels complete start to finish. It's normal to have some bugs on a game release. There's no such thing as the perfectFirst time in a very long time I've been this excited for a new release. So many lately have been overhyped, overmarketed, overpromised and ultimately lacking. Day 1 DLC, game breaking bugs, some that even cooked graphics cards. It's satisfying that I bought a game that feels complete start to finish. It's normal to have some bugs on a game release. There's no such thing as the perfect game, even when looking back through the nostalgia glasses, so it's not the expectation of perfection. It's the expectation of enjoyment and functionality without having to worry about microtransactions, time wasters, live service, and all of the other baggage that goes along with most releases these days. And this game by no means is completely unique in that regard, we've seen a couple that have been like that, and they deserve the same praise.

    The story is solid from start to end, and the largest complaint I could have about any specific section wasn't the content of the section but that I wanted more of it. Wanting to follow questlines to their fullest, wanting to explore minor characters more fully and just be further immersed in the writing and *effort* put in. How so many references are a love letter to the previous Baldur's Gate games and Faerun in general but also expands upon those things further, becoming its own thing in its own way. How it can make references to lore entirely outside the scope of the game, and make it meaningful but not devastating to those that don't know that lore.

    The gameplay is also satisfying. It uses 5e as a base, but makes several incredibly important changes that work very well for the nature of a video game (and quite frankly some of them would be good for our tabletop game as well). The rebalance of certain features (or entire class, as the monk goes) works well, making thus far every class I have tried across custom characters and origin characters feel impactful. Having a philosophy of fun over balance, but still maintaining genuine difficulty with many of the encounters is a masterstroke.

    Beyond that we have the options available at any given point. In past crpgs we all experienced the severe limitations of how to complete the quests. That didn't make them bad; I loved the Neverwinter series, the Baldur's series to this point, and both pathfinder games from owlcat. They're all games to be lauded and appreciated, being those that came before and the building blocks for those that came after. And build Larian did. Having played both DOS games and seeing the progression from one to the next not only in engine but in story scope. Rare in the old days could you take a quest and complete it in a completely different way. A few times per game. Now I've found that rare are the times where there is only one solution. While these types of games will never have the modularity and freedom of a tabletop game, this is the closest that gaming has gotten to it.

    In reference to those twitter threads, reddit posts, and memes galore- Larian raised the bar. You may not like it, but it's happened.    … Expand
  37. lasmas
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I can kick people off a cliff and pick the corpse and put it on a bag 10/10
  38. Griever88
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I played Divinity: Original Sin II, and it became one of my most favorite games. When i saw the first footage of Baldur's Gate 3 i wasn't really sure about all that dice rolls. I never played DnD myself, but i liked to watch other people to play some p&p. At the beginning the DnD stuff was a bit overwhelming. But now i've played this game for about 40 hours, and i love it! I'm still in actI played Divinity: Original Sin II, and it became one of my most favorite games. When i saw the first footage of Baldur's Gate 3 i wasn't really sure about all that dice rolls. I never played DnD myself, but i liked to watch other people to play some p&p. At the beginning the DnD stuff was a bit overwhelming. But now i've played this game for about 40 hours, and i love it! I'm still in act 1, because there is soo much stuff to do. I can't rate this game less than 10/10.… Expand
  39. Aiakos41
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The best RPG in the world.I love it.I creat a acount to rating this game...
  40. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Unfortunately, is not common to see a game release with so much good content as this. That SHOULD be the standard! Larian has reafirmed what we all where thinking for a long time: instead of doing an unforgetable experience, most AAA developers are more concerned to get our money while delivering the bare minimum.
  41. HaDenG
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Sets up new standards. Reminds of old Bioware games. Not finished the game yet but so far it's fantastic.
  42. Gnarwaster
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Having finished the game I was absolutely enthralled the entire time. I never typically feel the need to 100% games and don't regret not doing it as if I am truely interested in the game I will watch videos of different endings and whatnot, but this game is different i focused only on my companions stories i had with me in combat, and i actually regret it as after the ending i want to seeHaving finished the game I was absolutely enthralled the entire time. I never typically feel the need to 100% games and don't regret not doing it as if I am truely interested in the game I will watch videos of different endings and whatnot, but this game is different i focused only on my companions stories i had with me in combat, and i actually regret it as after the ending i want to see what its like getting everything done and getting the perfect ending where i complete all stories and go the good route. I will likely play through the game and go slower the next time which is a unique thing for me to do. I hope that everyone can give this game a try. It was so good i was almost a little depressed when i finished as i wish i could play for another 60hrs. I will have to attempt to play again and complete it fully... As perfectly as i can.… Expand
  43. Zalvu
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Larian Studios has really out done themselves this time. And I dare say this is the best game that has been released for the past 20 years by any studio and I highly doubt that there will be any other game that will be this good for the next 20 years. And I really love that they are standing firm on their principles about not having microtransactions in their games.
  44. CerberusShepard
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    An excellet addition to the cRPG genre thats needs MORE quality games made by studios that loves the category and boy does Larian deliver on this beter than most!!!
  45. Pandamedal
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Just Wow! This game has had me playing for over 30 hours in the first few days and it has everything that I need and want out of an rpg. Huge DND fam so this game hit some features right on the money
  46. 2020289
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Um jogo muito bom a única coisa que não gostei foi que o descanso longo dentro do game afeta o jogo você pode perder vários eventos então é um 9
  47. Belmont85
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Im 20+ hours in and I can safely say this is how games should always release. Its D&D perfexrly translated to a screen. Hats off to Larian Studios.
  48. Magic99
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Amazing game built for players over profit. There's so much content it's baffling.
  49. champloo2005
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Best RPG i've ever played.. There is a great gameplay a great story.
    One of the best D&D RPG and a good choice to start with a game of thy type.
  50. BlackThoughtz
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Meticulously crafted world. An all time great game. Some technical issues but that's due to the sheer size of what's given.
  51. GeoH_Br
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I miss when i was able to sleep.
    That's the most complete game of all time, every npc have dialogues, the animals have dialogues EVEN TE DEADS CAN TALK!!
    GOTY
  52. Kiwigalaxy
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Best game I have ever played in my 35 year life. Played 125 hours so far and I can't get enough. I never want it to end.
  53. chromedome
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This is my first CRPG and I've never played DnD, so I wasn't sure what to expect... It has blown my expectations out of the water! The story has been awesome so far (I'm in act 1 still with about 35 hours played), and the freedom this game gives the player has made it even more interesting. Props to Larian Studios for coming out with this absolute banger. If you are considering getting itThis is my first CRPG and I've never played DnD, so I wasn't sure what to expect... It has blown my expectations out of the water! The story has been awesome so far (I'm in act 1 still with about 35 hours played), and the freedom this game gives the player has made it even more interesting. Props to Larian Studios for coming out with this absolute banger. If you are considering getting it but have never played a CRPG, just get it.… Expand
  54. Ces
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Great game. The deeper you go, the better it gets. There is no getting bored in area, top notch story telling, A+ graphics and it runs on everything from a GTX 1060/RX580 at 1080/High 60-100FPS locked to 4K 60 FPS locked with maxed setting on a 10GB RTX 3080 FE. I haven't been this enthralled with a game since I was a child 30 years ago. This is absolutely absurd; and I am not even a bigGreat game. The deeper you go, the better it gets. There is no getting bored in area, top notch story telling, A+ graphics and it runs on everything from a GTX 1060/RX580 at 1080/High 60-100FPS locked to 4K 60 FPS locked with maxed setting on a 10GB RTX 3080 FE. I haven't been this enthralled with a game since I was a child 30 years ago. This is absolutely absurd; and I am not even a big fan of turn based CRPG's! The writing, the options in combat and gameplay in general, this is almost like an entirely new genre. It's a CRPG, but it's also an immersive sim. There are very rarely only 2 or 3 ways to get somewhere; more like "Get there however you like. Fly spell, give it a shot? Fell like jumping down that chasm which says "Death"? Well you might die. Or you might end up in the middle of a city miles below the surface if you cast a feather fall spell first. Lol, you can stack boxes like Minecraft to get over things, or shape change into a smaller creature to get through an opening. Find the pixel perfect coordinates to manage a jump that even the devs didn't anticipate; and the game reacts. Wow does the game react. To the point where I had a character who received bonuses for not wearing any protection running around with just their weapon and otherwise naked. People were commenting. Everything from the person's courage to how the area itself is going to heck in a handbasket. How they had the time to script out, to write out every dialogue tree for all of the options we can make as players is just beyond me, as this takes CRPG choice and consequence to the next, next level. It's like Baldur's Gate 2, a new Deus Ex made by Warren Spectre himself with a team of 1000 and a decade's worth of dev time and X-Com all had their game ideas smooshed into one Genie wish and out popped Baldur's Gate 3.

    I could use all 5000 characters and still have far more to say about this game, but I'll close with: I started playing CRPG's way back at the age of 9 with Pool of Radiance. I've played every D&D release on PC/Console since. I've played most modern RPG's starting with King's Field and FF7 in the mid-late '90s. Love the first two BG games, loved Oblivion, the Mass Effect Series, KotOR, DragonAge Origins, Persona Royale, Wastelands 3, Planescape: Torment and The Witcher 3. Cyberpunk too. Had a blast. This is an entirely new beast. I thought I had freedom in Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Mankind Divided? Not like this. Larian should be given a bonus by the gaming industry as a whole. This is literally unreal. I can only *pray* publishers will give other, smaller devs a shot at making more games like the this. The budget and the time. Just as fantastic would major publishers letting their massive studios beneath them make games that are this in depth in other genres. This is the best game I have played since The Witcher 3, perhaps the best since the original Mass Effect series...maybe the best since Baldur's Gate 2, which at the time of it's release was an absolute marvel. Heh, and Larian should license it's engine out to other devs so they can have as interactive a world as this one, because there is just no way they could have scripted all these possible decisions and had the game out in 20 years. It has to have some type of dynamic quest and story line adjustment because the game would break too many times if it didn't. Unless literally half of the studio was tasked with implementing a solution for every possible choice they could think of and then sql'ing it in...for the entire 6 years of development. There is no other way this many choices would be possible.    … Expand
  55. Gustafssonz
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    It's the best CRPG I've played for a long time. The same no-lifer feeling I have for this game make me actually take breaks because I don't want this game to ever end. I scout every corner of the world and i'm still at Act 1. I'm even thinking of rerolling a new party only to NOT progress further in the risk of ending it too quickly. This game, together with the others like The DivinityIt's the best CRPG I've played for a long time. The same no-lifer feeling I have for this game make me actually take breaks because I don't want this game to ever end. I scout every corner of the world and i'm still at Act 1. I'm even thinking of rerolling a new party only to NOT progress further in the risk of ending it too quickly. This game, together with the others like The Divinity Orignal sins 2 is the best games i've no-lifed. And i'm still not done with Original Sins 2.… Expand
  56. zathaia
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best games i have ever played in my life.

    Story is strong. Depth and possibilities are larger than anything I have ever seen. There are a few bugs (as to be expected at launch) due to high complexity. If you are worried about facing a visual bug or two, then just wait a few months before playing this. I have completed the game and never faced any serious bugs (i    This is one of the best games i have ever played in my life.

    Story is strong. Depth and possibilities are larger than anything I have ever seen.

    There are a few bugs (as to be expected at launch) due to high complexity. If you are worried about facing a visual bug or two, then just wait a few months before playing this.

    I have completed the game and never faced any serious bugs (i played first week after launch)    … Expand
  57. Donkzy
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The choices you can make alone are just so amazing, voice acting, interwoven story lines.
  58. eregistrum
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Without a doubt the best game I've purchased in several years. Larian nailed it on pacing and balance. The graphics are nice and the cut scenes are fun but the meat of the game is when you're immersed in what's happening and the results of what you've just done. That's where I'm having the most fun. No microtransactions, loot boxes or other MegaCorp greed to distract from a seriously wellWithout a doubt the best game I've purchased in several years. Larian nailed it on pacing and balance. The graphics are nice and the cut scenes are fun but the meat of the game is when you're immersed in what's happening and the results of what you've just done. That's where I'm having the most fun. No microtransactions, loot boxes or other MegaCorp greed to distract from a seriously well designed and written game. Best purchase in ages!… Expand
  59. Yuki420
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I probably tried every high budged rpg in the last 10 years and this is the fkn best! Exactly what we needed!
  60. smorty
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This game ruined my vacation, planned to go home to my parents, get some rest from the city. Now I can't wait to get back to try and make my Wizard Monk work somehow...
    Been following the game for a few years now and I don't think the timing could have been better. Smack in the middle of the whole D&D hype that's been going on recently.
    My only negative experience thus far was in combat    This game ruined my vacation, planned to go home to my parents, get some rest from the city. Now I can't wait to get back to try and make my Wizard Monk work somehow...
    Been following the game for a few years now and I don't think the timing could have been better. Smack in the middle of the whole D&D hype that's been going on recently.
    My only negative experience thus far was in combat when some enemies take a bit long to do anything, but that could be due to my PC's poor performance, 11/10 game.    … Expand
  61. Rigzcygen
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The best crpg ive ever played since icewind dale. Ive played almost all crpgs out there from bg1, bg2, pathfinder series, pillars, wasteland series even old school fallout, torment and tyranny. A perfect representation of the genre!

    Story and Companion development 10/10 Graphics 10/10 Difficulty 8/10 Replayability 10/10 Lore 10/10 Larian studios deserves all the praise! A paragon that    The best crpg ive ever played since icewind dale. Ive played almost all crpgs out there from bg1, bg2, pathfinder series, pillars, wasteland series even old school fallout, torment and tyranny. A perfect representation of the genre!

    Story and Companion development 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Difficulty 8/10
    Replayability 10/10
    Lore 10/10

    Larian studios deserves all the praise! A paragon that all game developers should aim for!    … Expand
  62. Ruttie_xoxo
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    AAA in the sense that this Anomaly is Awesome and Addictive! :) Definiteley deserves to become Game of the year 2023.
  63. Luge
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Literally created my account here in order to tell you guys that you can - without a doubt - trust the hype about Baldur’s Gate 3. Go ahead and buy it.

    As somebody who really really dislikes turn-based combat I was really worried that I might also dislike this game but boy was I wrong. It is everything that I wanted from a CRPG. It kinda reminds me of the old Elder Scrolls days where you    Literally created my account here in order to tell you guys that you can - without a doubt - trust the hype about Baldur’s Gate 3. Go ahead and buy it.

    As somebody who really really dislikes turn-based combat I was really worried that I might also dislike this game but boy was I wrong. It is everything that I wanted from a CRPG. It kinda reminds me of the old Elder Scrolls days where you can literally do whatever you want and make it have impact on your gameplay. It’s so immersive, the characters are written amazingly and I just look forward to playing it over and over again. I really, really love this game and I hope that Larian gets all the awards there are for this masterpiece.    … Expand
  64. Darkrobe
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Worth the investment in time to play, reminds me of ME & ME2, Witcher, and SW:KoTOR for how much I enjoy the story. Great job Larian, amazing!
  65. GonzoJohn
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best games I've played in years. For a D&D turn-based (during combat) game, it's really approachable for people not versed with D&D rules. The cinematics are top-notch, and the variations in dialogue and combat is unbelievable. You can really think outside the box to approach things. I also love how developers from other gaming companies are upset because this basicallyThis is one of the best games I've played in years. For a D&D turn-based (during combat) game, it's really approachable for people not versed with D&D rules. The cinematics are top-notch, and the variations in dialogue and combat is unbelievable. You can really think outside the box to approach things. I also love how developers from other gaming companies are upset because this basically puts them in their place. Maybe they can take a hint and stop making utter garbage.… Expand
  66. Loperas06
    Aug 14, 2023
    0
    Não gostei nada do game, estão superestimando pela nostalgia de dd, mas não traz nada que realmente inove ou valha a pena dedicar algumas horas nele!
  67. CosmicMangos
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Go and play it! The game deserves every accolade bestowed upon it and more. The music, animation, and dialogue work beautifully, in tandem, to suck you into a world that leaves you unaware until the next morning's sunrise.

    Larian's Faerûn unfolds as your playground, a carte blanche to whims and norm defiance. A seemingly mundane pot lid evolves into a resourceful veil for a toxic gas    Go and play it! The game deserves every accolade bestowed upon it and more. The music, animation, and dialogue work beautifully, in tandem, to suck you into a world that leaves you unaware until the next morning's sunrise.

    Larian's Faerûn unfolds as your playground, a carte blanche to whims and norm defiance. A seemingly mundane pot lid evolves into a resourceful veil for a toxic gas trap, while a goblin child assumes the role of a meticulously aimed projectile destined for adversaries. The ensemble of companions, each propelled by their unique motives, presents a kaleidoscope of perspectives for nearly every undertaking.

    Emerge as the protagonist reminiscent of cherished storybook protagonists from your youth, or embrace Dark Urge and become the embodiment of Jack the Ripper. The narratives seamlessly adapt to accommodate the distinct tapestry of your choices. With each subsequent endeavor, fresh dialogues and hitherto concealed discoveries surface.

    Larian Studios' love and meticulous dedication resonate through each blade of grass and intricately etched strand of hair -- an enduring benchmark for the years ahead.    … Expand
  68. viniapenas
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    One of the best - if not the best - RPG's that i've ever played. Such a masterpiece.
  69. Oreinu
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Melhor RPG/game que joguei! É perceptível o carinho dos desenvolvedores por esse jogo. Uma obra prima que transcende os videogames.
  70. lvLeon
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. Worth every penny. Larian deserves every ounce of support and I absolutely love them. Of course there are some bugs but with a game this size it is to be expected. GOTY
  71. AFANASI96
    Aug 14, 2023
    5
    He visto bastantes gameplay, y al parecer todos le sale el mismo número en los dados en ciertas partes de la historia, las explosiones lagea bastante el juego
  72. TheFirm34
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The game is really truly one of the best if not the best RPG game that has ever been made. Apart from some sound glitches (secret walldoors opening and closing) and a few very minor bugs here and there it is flawless.
  73. nightfhang
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Made a meta critic account just for this game, 10/10 game of the decade. Could use more mindflayers tho
  74. tonac13
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Definitely the best invested 60USD nearly 4 years ago...From early access, the game matured into a ultimate masterpiece. Story, Music, Gameplay, GFX and beyond everything, INSANE QUALITY delivered without multicorporative greed and microtransactions. Larian proves, once again, that they are worth every single second of Your time. Anytime again, Larian! Thank You for this fantastic experience!
  75. Nygaard91
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    In an era where the gaming landscape is often marred with microtransactions, in-game purchases, and various other monetization strategies, BG3 stands out as a beacon of what gaming was and should always be about: pure, unadulterated fun.
  76. Hmmphry
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    An absolute gem. This game turned me from an 8 stone apology into two seperate gorillas
  77. Melkor_Bauglir
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I absolute love the game. So many things to do. The closest thing to dnd in a video game.
  78. ravennroct
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. Simply put, this is the closest experience you can get to playing a full fledged tabletop RPG. I played a bunch of Dungeons & Dragons sessions and I can say that the feeling and sense of freedom is deeply printed in Baldur's Gate 3 experience. You want to solve conflicts peacefully? Granted. Want to solve things the harsh way? Go ahead. It's your choice, akin toThis game is amazing. Simply put, this is the closest experience you can get to playing a full fledged tabletop RPG. I played a bunch of Dungeons & Dragons sessions and I can say that the feeling and sense of freedom is deeply printed in Baldur's Gate 3 experience. You want to solve conflicts peacefully? Granted. Want to solve things the harsh way? Go ahead. It's your choice, akin to everything this game offer.
    For me, that's what's define this game as a masterpiece: freedom in the way you interacts with the world and how it reacts to your actions. It's one of the best I've experienced in a long time, and truly deserves all the appraisal.    … Expand
  79. Andrerm
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    O melhor jogo de rpg que ja joguei, e nao dava nada pelo game. pra mim esse jogo vai ganhar o jogo do ano.
  80. JamesNova
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This game truly is a masterpiece, it's complete and rich of content, you can do almost everything in this game, it's so alive and full of choices and thousands of spells too, u always discover a new thing in this game, not only this game's lore is so big but you don't need to play the previous ones to understand this, so it's very welcoming for newcomers, very fun, amazing gameplay and soThis game truly is a masterpiece, it's complete and rich of content, you can do almost everything in this game, it's so alive and full of choices and thousands of spells too, u always discover a new thing in this game, not only this game's lore is so big but you don't need to play the previous ones to understand this, so it's very welcoming for newcomers, very fun, amazing gameplay and so rich of dialogues with more than 7k possible endings! This is a true rpg right there, complete in its release, create your own story and character and full of possibilities! The map is big, rich and full of things to do too It's not empty at all.… Expand
  81. humansoul
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I do not like this genre
    but I enjoy playing it
    sooooo much
    I hope other game was well cooked like this
  82. SCHYNEYDERMANNN
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Larian's best game and the best CRPG right now. This game is literally DnD on steroids and easily be the game of the year.Larian's best game and the best CRPG right now. This game is literally DnD on steroids and easily be the game of the year.
  83. Hemmer02
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! This is the first time in my life where I felt like I wanted to give a tip to the developers as the value is far exceeding the price.
  84. Fencer308
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is the best game of the year.

    The Good: -Interesting and varied combat encounters, with good pacing, and excellent balance -Quests are all actually meaningful. No one asks you to collect 10 bear asses for their stew. The quests are all heists, or vengeance plots, or rescue missions, or finding out more about your companions' pasts or whatever. It's brilliant. -Though    Baldur's Gate 3 is the best game of the year.

    The Good:
    -Interesting and varied combat encounters, with good pacing, and excellent balance
    -Quests are all actually meaningful. No one asks you to collect 10 bear asses for their stew. The quests are all heists, or vengeance plots, or rescue missions, or finding out more about your companions' pasts or whatever. It's brilliant.
    -Though the characters are mostly archetypes of standard RPG tropes, the excellent voice acting and presentation, as well as the reveal of backstory through quests makes for characters that you grow to care about over time.
    -The overarching story is interesting and meaningful, with an immediate hook for all the potential party members to have a good reason to band together. It starts with smaller stakes and ramps up to something really powerful.
    -Choices are startlingly consequential, from the beginning of the game all the way through the end.

    The Bad:
    -There's a lot of Larian DNA in this, which is mostly good, but also their penchant for strewing the area with 5,000 crates for you to open that are mostly empty or have a single rotten tomato or a broken net or whatever in them is annoying. You'd choose to skip them, only every once in a while they've got actually important items in them, so you spend a lot of time opening crates.
    -The trap sections in this game are truly tedious. I don't mind traps in a game, but they could limit it to one or two per area. Making me walk down a corridor or through a cellar, disarming 30 traps, gets very tedious very quickly, and it's very common.
    -They make some truly bizarre choices in terms of mechanics. For example, why in the world do they make me select what ability score I'm hexing every time I reapply hex? And why do the icons for this move around so that the only ability score I care about - strength - moves around in the prompt every time I cast it? And why is it that all 6 of those options in the prompt use icons that are so similar you have to peer at them to find the one you want each time? The game is full of things like this.
    -It's not always very clear when there's a time pressure on you to do something before some massively consequential event happens and NPCs you care about die.

    The Ugly:
    -The game still has quite a few bugs, some of which result in you dying or locking yourself out of something. I've started saving every 5 minutes or so and save scumming if need be to deal with it. This is still the first week of release though, so I imagine a lot will be ironed out.
    -Some of the mechanics don't work as advertised. For example, Great Weapon Master says you have to be wielding a Heavy weapon to use it, but I'm able to use it with a trident.
    -Reactions seem terribly broken. It's hard to know when or how they will or won't work, even when going into the Reactions menu and setting them to always ask.

    Despite the few bad/ugly bits, I'm going to rate this a 10/10, because it's still far and away the best cRPG I've ever played, and the best game I've played this year at all.    … Expand
  85. Daxgrot
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    una sensación de exploración y descubrimiento que no había sentido en mucho tiempo. La inmensidad del juego contribuye a que en la actualidad no abundan las guías ni los recursos en línea, evocando la nostalgia de una época en la que el internet no existía y la información se compartía de manera oral, como anécdotas de nuestras tardes de juego
  86. Justsomebadjuju
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    It gave me something to lose myself in again, I haven't felt this way about a game since I was a kid. Buy it for your friends
  87. DracoNobilis
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    It reminds me to "Dragon Age Origins" rather than "Baldur's Gate 2".
    "Pathfinder Wrath of The Righteous" is the inofficial succsessor for "Baldur's Gate 2".
    Nevertheless Baldur's Gate 3 is a masterpiece, not only for its genre. It raises the expectations for the entire game industry. Also people which only have interest in Story and not fighting will have fun. Every player will have a    It reminds me to "Dragon Age Origins" rather than "Baldur's Gate 2".
    "Pathfinder Wrath of The Righteous" is the inofficial succsessor for "Baldur's Gate 2".

    Nevertheless Baldur's Gate 3 is a masterpiece, not only for its genre. It raises the expectations for the entire game industry. Also people which only have interest in Story and not fighting will have fun. Every player will have a own unique story and resolve.

    It is almost completely bug free, dont contains any Micro transactions and runs at 10 year old systems.
    Yes it is English voice only, but 170 hours professional voice acting with this quality is incredible. Not a single other game have voice for Every Squirrel, rat, cow, narrator line or NPC. This one have it, 2 Million lines of it...    … Expand
  88. Mithdaverant
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. I am old, and old school. I have played all previous Baldurs’s Gate, Icewind Dale, Planescape Torment, Elder Scrolls, Neverwinter Nights saga, Dragon Age Origins saga, Mass Effect Saga… I love CRPGS, Arpgs… and Baldurs Gate 3 is so detailed, with so many options, a polished game, a finished game, no DLCs or micro transactions… Buy it, it is a mustOne of the best games I have ever played. I am old, and old school. I have played all previous Baldurs’s Gate, Icewind Dale, Planescape Torment, Elder Scrolls, Neverwinter Nights saga, Dragon Age Origins saga, Mass Effect Saga… I love CRPGS, Arpgs… and Baldurs Gate 3 is so detailed, with so many options, a polished game, a finished game, no DLCs or micro transactions… Buy it, it is a must have. Support it, so the AAA developers get the message. Every time yo buy or boycott, you are sending a message and showing your power. Use it well.… Expand
  89. Vliesie
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Game had a blast playing through it There needs to be major updates to the ending of the game it felt way to sudden not even so much as a party to celebrate or a update of a year later in slide shows of here is every character now just 3 lines and cut to black I was abit wretched by ending but I thought the rest of the game was fantastic definitely something they could fix with a update… Expand
  90. vasalax
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    the game is really well made and polished, if it is your first time playing a turn base game I recommend giving it a try.
  91. Tim00f
    Aug 14, 2023
    0
    I have such a disappointment rarely lives the game does not do justice to the great hype absolute failure
  92. lolsorhand
    Aug 14, 2023
    6
    After nearly 140 hours into the game, having finished all three acts I have to say a couple of things. Act 1 is about as long as Act 2 and Act 3 combined, with Act 2 being the shortest, yet in my opinion the strongest of the acts as you actually get to see the main antagonists. This also brings about one of my major gripes with the game which is the lack of proper setup of the main badAfter nearly 140 hours into the game, having finished all three acts I have to say a couple of things. Act 1 is about as long as Act 2 and Act 3 combined, with Act 2 being the shortest, yet in my opinion the strongest of the acts as you actually get to see the main antagonists. This also brings about one of my major gripes with the game which is the lack of proper setup of the main bad guys you are supposed to want to beat. The writing is very hit- and miss, which leads to some scenes being quite interesting and fun, and others sorely lacking. With that also comes the fact that every single companion has something very unique and rare stuck to them, without mentioning spoilers, these all in some regards really cancel each other out, making none feel very special.

    In addition to the lacking companions and failure of proper setups the romances feel very awkard and poorly crafted, which is also compounded by the fact that dialogues happen based on events that which never transpired in your playthrough. Companions react and talk to you about things that simply never played out making it quite immersion breaking for many reasons.

    Further compounding these issues is the poor optimization, especially in Act 3, and major memory leaks from saving and loading the games. There are also no consequences for killing and stealing from every NPC you meet, even your companions who are kind hearted don't bat an eyelid when you pillage through entire swathes of innocents (versus BG 1 and 2 where they would react to your deeds and interact with these choices.)

    However, on the upside the voice acting is easily 10/10, and the gameplay about a 7/10 due to major path finding issues and UI issues which at times screws over entire fights, leading to reloads. The writing on the other hand is perhaps a 5/10, with moments of splendour and moments of 'what in the....' reactions to silly and outright stupid replies, or lack of possibly replies. And with the bugs and glitches, I'd give it a fair 6/10. With that being said, my last ending game cinematic ended in every character t-posing or freezing, just like it did in the first opening 'fall' cinematic.    … Expand
  93. PeterSZ1980
    Aug 14, 2023
    5
    Начало прямо очень понравилось, но потом все скучнее и скучнее. В итоге дошел до собственно города и бросил.
  94. Persies
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Can't possibly recommend this game enough. I'm about 120 hours in to the full game, finished my first playthrough with about 110 hours. No, act 3 is not perfect, but the game overall is by far the best bang for your buck you could ask for in gaming. The funny part is, this game is so damn good I wish I could give Larian more money. Just a masterpiece.
  95. Kayotix
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Normally dont write reviews but Larian studios hit this one of the the park. AMAZING RPG! Only 33 hours in and its my game of the year easily. From graphics to story to everything in between its a D&D fans dream!! Even if you are new to D&D type games you can jump in easily and learn the ropes. BUY BUY BUY!!
  96. DensetsuOtoko
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo é incrível. Como todo jogo deveria ser feito. Um jogo completo sem micro transações
  97. RipCDPR
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    RIP CD Project Red. Long live Larian Studios.

    I am glad we still have game companies like Larian Studios and FromSoftware that are still committed in making good games.

    Good games = Good Story + Good Gameplay + No F###ing Bugs
  98. Underground
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is truly the best RPG I've ever played. Huge variability, and intriguing plot, the same companions, beautiful graphics, location design, optimization, lack of critical bugs, a huge world) Not a game, but a dream...… Expand
  99. Philipioss
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I completed this game it was amazing go buy it and support it i havent gamed like this ij years this is game is the light in a age of money grabbing **** games
  100. Lunake
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Voice acting, graphics, branching story, NPC's organic movements even in dialogue, game mechanics, and simply everything you can think of - this game takes the cake. It's mind-blowing. And it's complete, free of bugs, and free of all the modern game industry ****

    This game made me enjoy playing a video game, and wanting to go back to it, again.
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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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