Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

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  1. tavfrombg
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    A grand adventure with unimaginable amounts of fun. A must play even if you dont like the combat system
  2. Kyrone13
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I’ve only played a few hours but the visuals are stunning, amazing turn based gameplay, and the narrative and storytelling are phenomenal. It’s also really impressive to see all the individual personalities that can join your squad, all are unique and worth developing relationships with. This is shaping up to be one of my favourite games of the last decade.
  3. realfire23
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    masterpiece! every tripple A should take that as benchmark how sidequests can be
  4. gtsdwx
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best game of all time, 30 hours and It's amazing.. You can do an be whatever you want
  5. Mikdasa
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    It’s as perfect a game as we’ve had in many many years. Larian have given us a classic that’s both created with love of gaming and not to gouge your eyes out financially with forced micro transactions and stupidly high retail costs.
  6. ValacDemon
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Was not interested, but after it came out everyone was saying it was good, and other devs were crying. So i bought. its a great game. Also mods are already happening.
  7. MRK888
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best CRPG. I advise everyone to buy. Interesting battle system, chooses in dialogs which affect something. 12/10
  8. Hashibal
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Ein Meisterwerk, ohne Battlepass, Seasonpass und sonstige microtransaction. Das Spiel wurde mit so viel Liebe zum Detail Entwickelt. Ich kann nicht mehr aufhören zu spielen.
  9. Drjones101101
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best RPG I've played in a long time! Looks amazing, fun to play, very engaging
  10. Moomstr
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Game of the year! Larian outdone ourselves once again. Thanks Sven and Borislav Slavov and the whole team! You guys bring back the joy in gaming! Thank you!!
  11. Csumpas
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The game has become incredibly good, and it is also well optimized, which is very surprising in 2023. Game of the year for me. Good job Larian Studios!
  12. xalatarx
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Never played DnD but big fan of dragon age games, this game might be game of the year
  13. GemJoe
    Aug 11, 2023
    0
    Whole bunch of hype with no substance. Sure the game is pretty, but when every single dialogue option goes to an in game cutscene even for npcs that say one line and don't have any interactions then it becomes overindulgent. The UI is absolutely terrible. It fights with you every step of the way and will have you constantly save scumming. The actual gameplay is not fun. The max lvl in theWhole bunch of hype with no substance. Sure the game is pretty, but when every single dialogue option goes to an in game cutscene even for npcs that say one line and don't have any interactions then it becomes overindulgent. The UI is absolutely terrible. It fights with you every step of the way and will have you constantly save scumming. The actual gameplay is not fun. The max lvl in the game is 12 so just as your build was starting to feel good boom game ends. Majority of the game is spent at low levels DnD which I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy.… Expand
  14. BernardV
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I know that many game developers have come out to say that they are worried that gamers will start expecting this games level of quality from them, and they are correct; make better games and less excuses.

    Thank you Larian Studios Games for putting in the time and effort.
  15. FormlessGenie
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    I didnt think it was possible for them to make a baldurs gate as good or even better than BG2. But here we are 23 years later and BG3 deserves the praise of being one of the best RPGs ever
  16. Biohazard-3vil
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
    Okay so hey developers, why did you make fully nude in this game? Undies patch would be appropriate. Anyway other than that, I like the style of the game and good game.
  17. BigDingus
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    10/10 does NOT = "Perfect."

    People used to understand that games of this size, scope & ambition would inevitably have bugs, unintended glitches & even performance issues. However, the game does so darn much & is so insanely fun that any issues I experienced never impacted my overall experience. Wacky things pop up in crowded combat, and there are times where I've had huge performance    10/10 does NOT = "Perfect."

    People used to understand that games of this size, scope & ambition would inevitably have bugs, unintended glitches & even performance issues. However, the game does so darn much & is so insanely fun that any issues I experienced never impacted my overall experience. Wacky things pop up in crowded combat, and there are times where I've had huge performance drops. It's inconsistent, but the nature of the game mitigates how much it distracts from the experience. It's a bit more annoying in cutscenes or dialogue, but otherwise it didn't bother me much. I have experienced one crash after level up, but nothing else.

    The only reason I'm detailing this stuff & not all it does well is because this review would go on FOREVER if I took that route. Better to touch on the handful of issues, then tell you everything else is just amazing. Even though games like Skyrim & BotW are completely different games than BG3, I feel a similar level of "this is amazing" while also accepting the bugs & flaws that come with it.

    Hopefully because it's not tied to some specific console via exclusivity, fans will be more tolerant of these things instead of latching on to them in order to bolster the fanboy console wars.    … Expand
  18. thandrade
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    it's been a while since a game made me so passionate, amazing game, incredible
  19. Marcus2389
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a pearl, a letter of love from Larian Studios to all the fans of RPG's and D&D fans, co-op lovers and people who just want to immerse themselves in an amazing and immersive adventure.
    I praise the devs for the incredible work! 2023 has been an amazing year so far for video games on all platforms but especially on PC: it's going to be a very tough battle deciding this    Baldur's Gate 3 is a pearl, a letter of love from Larian Studios to all the fans of RPG's and D&D fans, co-op lovers and people who just want to immerse themselves in an amazing and immersive adventure.
    I praise the devs for the incredible work! 2023 has been an amazing year so far for video games on all platforms but especially on PC: it's going to be a very tough battle deciding this year's game of the year, but I feel BG3 simply nailed it, and it will be impossible to ignore the huge numbers of players and reviews who are enjoying this experience.

    Congrats Larian, keep doing what you doing and gifting us amazing stories to get lost into!    … Expand
  20. WaraWana
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I missed out on the Collectors Edition so 0/10. But the developers said no mtx so 20/10. So that averages out to 10/10. The game is not for everyone so please do not buy it if you will complain the combat is "slow" or there are "too many cutscenes/dialogue". The game allows you to do or play practically however you want and approach things in various ways with combat or game choices. ItsI missed out on the Collectors Edition so 0/10. But the developers said no mtx so 20/10. So that averages out to 10/10. The game is not for everyone so please do not buy it if you will complain the combat is "slow" or there are "too many cutscenes/dialogue". The game allows you to do or play practically however you want and approach things in various ways with combat or game choices. Its amazing.
    Thank you for reading. Enjoy Gaming.    … Expand
  21. AustralianJay
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I've sunk 115 hours in 6 days.
    I would put Baldur's Gate 3 on the same illustrious pedestal as Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic which was released 2 decades ago.
    This game isn't just the RPG of the year or even decade but of a generation.
    Every gamer and games company will be using Baldur's Gate as a point of comparison for years to come when talking about perfection.
  22. TnO
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    My very first review on a game ever:

    To be honest, the best AAA game which isn't even created by AAA studio.
    Thank you Larian for creating such a masterpiece.
    Your game will live on for at least a decade.

    You won't regret buying the game and if so giving a big middle finger to all the known big studios.
  23. oldmanskills
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Just a master piece , probably GOTY.

    +Well optimized
    +Very good writing
    +Good music
    +Good combat
  24. Vysemalice
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    A letter to AAA Gaming companies; Complete game. True rating. Dollar for Dollar I have never seen so much content in a game. Even with a same main storyline, it has high replay value. I did not like the last two games by the producer; They fixed every issue I had with the previous games.

    It allows me to do everything in DnD that is inconvenient in actual play, that makes you feel like    A letter to AAA Gaming companies; Complete game. True rating. Dollar for Dollar I have never seen so much content in a game. Even with a same main storyline, it has high replay value. I did not like the last two games by the producer; They fixed every issue I had with the previous games.

    It allows me to do everything in DnD that is inconvenient in actual play, that makes you feel like you are your character. Endless environmental combat options, pushing people off cliffs, meaningful disarms, using JUMP AND HIDE in a systematic and effective way. If you don't enter real time mode and hit a trap, IT FEELS LIKE A TRAP. Not "reflex save". No, you are gonna die if you don't toggle right now.

    The first act's pacing is immersive, meaningful evil characters with realistic motives and culture. The ability to make hard meaningful choices, and you aren't forced to choose between being purely good or evil in a linear fashion like in most games.

    My only and singular complaint about the game is wishing there was a way to enable faster walking speeds like a 1.5,2x button for basic walking, at least in towns or safe areas without enemies or traps.

    This game pushes boundaries with freedom, choice, consequences, and complete in its entirety; no DLC. This was the game quality I had hoped Diablo IV was. Take notes Blizzard, EA, and the other companies who used to produce a quality product and over the past 10 years completely lost base with their customers.    … Expand
  25. Dtectr
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game sets the new standard for the AMOUNT of INDIVIDUALLY CREATED content that should be included off the bat in a triple A game. THIS is what we want. Everyone is tired of the corportized clone copied and silo games that you get bored almost immediately with now. There's just so much content, so many tailored choices that ACTUALLY have a meaningful effect of gameplay, and all of thisThis game sets the new standard for the AMOUNT of INDIVIDUALLY CREATED content that should be included off the bat in a triple A game. THIS is what we want. Everyone is tired of the corportized clone copied and silo games that you get bored almost immediately with now. There's just so much content, so many tailored choices that ACTUALLY have a meaningful effect of gameplay, and all of this was created without even using AI or procedural generation.

    Im hoping they grow this game with more expansions, or even more avatar customizability or cosmetics in the future, but as is, would say it's definitely GOTY.

    Everyone could learn from this game, and i myself never playing a Baldur's gate game before have found a new love for this franchise. I also never like top down games before, but this completely change my mind about those completely now. Thanks you for this beautiful masterpiece, i can't wait for my next several playthroughs because the replayability of this game is just astonishing i know ill be playing this for a long time in the future.    … Expand
  26. TenebraeMagna
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Literally a 10/10 Game. Amazing gameplay, great lore, intriguing story and delightful characters. In an industry of rampant corporate greed, microtransactions, loot boxes, season passes and **** Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3 stands as a shining example of how great gaming could be and sets a new standard in the videogame industry.
  27. dantonruegger
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I have a total of 80hrs in BG3 30 of them were in very EA and 50 are post release. Some people are reviewing the game highly because of video game politics. I want to clarify that I am giving the game this score because it delivered on all of my expectations and introduced things in games I didn't think were technically possible. I work in software development and I can't imagine theI have a total of 80hrs in BG3 30 of them were in very EA and 50 are post release. Some people are reviewing the game highly because of video game politics. I want to clarify that I am giving the game this score because it delivered on all of my expectations and introduced things in games I didn't think were technically possible. I work in software development and I can't imagine the boring technical work, all the database problems they had to solve for items and spells and stats. The fact that this launch went so smooth is wild, (though this was a PC only launch, far less to go wrong). As of writing this they have released 2 hotfixes, which I have not experienced any issues, but its good to see immediate response to things that have been found by others. As for story, its your own story. Its crazy to think about, but yes things are happening in this world and there is a plot. It feels like my own story though. I truly feel the things I do and the chances I take have full effect on the world around me. The gameplay is spot on D&D. Which D&D has been known for a great system, and at times can be min maxed and broken, but Larian didn't shy away from the cons, they accepted the positives and the negatives of the system and trust its players and lets them do what they want. So ya I don't care about what other game companies do and I don't care about sending a message. This is a damn good game. Its better than I expected. I have lost sleep, and played during work hours irresponsibly. I feel truly excited every time I start the game and I can't help but take notes for my next character.… Expand
  28. ayeo
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, and i am rooting for it to be GOTY.

    I have never played any BG game before and so, this review is from someone who is new to the game and genre. And i have to say that I am absolutely blown away, and thats a heavy understatement. The game is full of content 100%; storyline, VO, action, mystery, puzzles. There is SO SO MUCH content and I'm about half way now and    Absolute masterpiece, and i am rooting for it to be GOTY.

    I have never played any BG game before and so, this review is from someone who is new to the game and genre. And i have to say that I am absolutely blown away, and thats a heavy understatement.

    The game is full of content 100%; storyline, VO, action, mystery, puzzles. There is SO SO MUCH content and I'm about half way now and I DONT WANT IT TO END!! I don't remember the last game I felt like this, where I wanted to keep playing because it was just so good.

    BG3 does everything right for me:
    -Storyline is fully fleshed, pacing makes sense, dialogue choices are meaningful and impactful.
    -Skills, combat and action is fluid and most importantly, so much fun. You can sneak attack if you like to hide in the shadows, or you can knock enemies prone for crits if you prefer a hard hitting type play, or if you like range, you can also annihilate them from afar with a fireball. There's so many playstyles for everyone.
    -graphics are absolutely gorgeous; the character designs, environment and landscape. I don't know how many times vie stopped to take screenshots because of how breathtaking the game is.
    -the game offers you so many items to play with that you never feel like you're not progressing. Progression really is secondary in this game. You don't need to find OP items or grind to level up to be strong. You play the game and it happens from all the exploration already.
    -newplayer friendly: you don't have to be a DnD vet to play the game, I am very clearly not. It doesn't hurt to learn what each action means so you know what to do, to better your chances of talking your way out of tricky situations or winning a fight but it isnt by any means a steep learning curve. Its a game that anyone can really jump right in and start right away!

    Honestly, there's so much more positives about the game and I would be writing a thesis if i listed every single one. But from my personal experience, it is the best $70 purchase I have made. I know I will be playing this for a long time.

    TLDR: This game is worth $70! It is a COMPLETE game, full of content, fun, repayable, newplayer friendly, no microtransactions, no wardrobe cosmetics, no extra cost for anything. You pay once, you get the entire game. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!    … Expand
  29. nofunaloud
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    fantastic alone, gut busting funny with friends. so many different ways to approach the same problem.
  30. Welder05
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game is 5 years ahead of the industry, simply great in every aspect. What was expected from Larian.
  31. Ekudar
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I created an account just to review this tittle.

    After 45 hours I still have one more area to do before leaving act 1, and one more boss fight. Buy it, there is nothing else to know.
  32. Nurddd
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I haven't been this enthralled in a game since Breath of the Wild. Honestly, the amount of care, passion, and creativity that went into this game has me floored. This game has a great combat system from DOS2 and added so much immersion and even more DND inspiration. There are a few bugs here and there (with 3 hotfixes being provided in week 1), but for the sheer amount of content andI haven't been this enthralled in a game since Breath of the Wild. Honestly, the amount of care, passion, and creativity that went into this game has me floored. This game has a great combat system from DOS2 and added so much immersion and even more DND inspiration. There are a few bugs here and there (with 3 hotfixes being provided in week 1), but for the sheer amount of content and immersion it can be overlooked. The auto-pathing can be frustrating at times too, but not enough to ruin the experience. Be prepared to spend hours upon hours on this game because of how fun and compelling the story is.… Expand
  33. Garadares
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    An awesome and also complete game upon release. Quite a rare sight these days, eh? :D
  34. AsrielGoddard
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I'm gonna make my future children play this game the day they tun 16 years old.
  35. BourneEnemy
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The best game in years 10/10 highly recommended if you loved dragon age origins and always wanted a proper sequel this is it
  36. Rocky17
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Every now and then a game comes out that not only challenges the norm to what video games can accomplish but also changes how we evolve the digital entertainment industry as whole. BG3 is an outstanding achievement in what it means to listen to your player base, while also telling a story you want to tell.

    As a developer of an indie studio, BG3 inspires me to want to achieve the same    Every now and then a game comes out that not only challenges the norm to what video games can accomplish but also changes how we evolve the digital entertainment industry as whole. BG3 is an outstanding achievement in what it means to listen to your player base, while also telling a story you want to tell.

    As a developer of an indie studio, BG3 inspires me to want to achieve the same level of awe and scale that this game has done. Congratulations to Larian studios for pushing the envelope. A well-earned victory lap right here.    … Expand
  37. Stefan1245
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best game ever made,quited diablo 4 and many other new games just to play this game!!!!! and its fking awsome!!!!!!
  38. Snipertim
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games I have ever played. PERIOD! The story telling is superb, the consequences of your choices are real and visible , just amazing.
  39. Landael
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This is what video games used to be. When all my old favourite dev teams have been offered up as ritual sacrifices to the almighty dollar and their creative visions have been drained like the blood from their investor vampire overlords, Larian has become a beacon of hope in the wasteland of console ports and pewpew battleground/survival copies that is PC gaming. (Also InExile and ObsidianThis is what video games used to be. When all my old favourite dev teams have been offered up as ritual sacrifices to the almighty dollar and their creative visions have been drained like the blood from their investor vampire overlords, Larian has become a beacon of hope in the wasteland of console ports and pewpew battleground/survival copies that is PC gaming. (Also InExile and Obsidian doing great things aswell) Bravo!… Expand
  40. Naiw
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I loved the Divinity games, had this early access for this game for about 2,5 years and only played it a some hour or so.

    Now when released I decided to pick it up for real and I think they did basically everything right, the only complaint I have is that maybe it's a bit difficult to get started after the very very brief tutorial you're basically dumped out in the world with not even    I loved the Divinity games, had this early access for this game for about 2,5 years and only played it a some hour or so.

    Now when released I decided to pick it up for real and I think they did basically everything right, the only complaint I have is that maybe it's a bit difficult to get started after the very very brief tutorial you're basically dumped out in the world with not even the slightest pointer of what to do, this is of course similar to the divinity games as well but it would been helpful if the mechanics was explained a bit more thoroughly.    … Expand
  41. ScottMuggz
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game. Not a massive fan of this genre. But after less than a week I have 35 hours in this game.
    The way you can approach combat, strategy, roleplaying, customisation, choice feels amazing. The world feels alive, fantastic voice acting
  42. Vasheen
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Not much to say that hasn’t been said. I’ve spent a dozen hours in just character creation and respec.
  43. lawnder
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Llevo pocas horas de juego pero creo que se va a convertir en uno de mis juegos favoritos de todos los tiempos :D
  44. HunTung
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Muito bom a experiência, ótimo jogo. Entrega o que se propuseram a fazer, é um mundo vivo, cheio de consequências, dependendo da sua escolha e tudo esta funcionando bem. Não tem muito o que falar foi a cima da expectativa. Conseguiram trazer a experiência D&D para um jogo, uma dos melhores em trazer isso. (Existe ponto negativo com relação a D&D mas assim ficou mais atrativo para quem nãoMuito bom a experiência, ótimo jogo. Entrega o que se propuseram a fazer, é um mundo vivo, cheio de consequências, dependendo da sua escolha e tudo esta funcionando bem. Não tem muito o que falar foi a cima da expectativa. Conseguiram trazer a experiência D&D para um jogo, uma dos melhores em trazer isso. (Existe ponto negativo com relação a D&D mas assim ficou mais atrativo para quem não conhece e é novo nesse universo)… Expand
  45. Thumok
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Haven't had so much fun playing a game in a long time. Gripping story, fun and challenging fights, excellent graphics and lots of choices to progress the game. 10/10 well deserved.
  46. Deto27
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Let me just say that i created a Metacritic account just to be able to give this game a 10.
  47. cesar199529
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo probé por unas horas y fue suficiente para que yo alguien que NUNCA le gusto los juegos por turno quede totalmente enganchado por este juego.
    Sin lugar a duda uno de los mejores del 2023.    … Expand
  48. Synn1986
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    So i have never played DnD or BG game. I have no idea what i am doing here, how ever the game managed to pull me in! I was skeptical because its not my style, but now i am happy i did buy the game.

    There is long road ahead for me, i have so much things to learn and understand, its overwhelming but i think it will be a good journey. This is the experience we have all be waiting, big    So i have never played DnD or BG game. I have no idea what i am doing here, how ever the game managed to pull me in! I was skeptical because its not my style, but now i am happy i did buy the game.

    There is long road ahead for me, i have so much things to learn and understand, its overwhelming but i think it will be a good journey. This is the experience we have all be waiting, big studios say this should not be the standard you judge games. I say yes this is my standard from now on and you wont get a cent if you cant match it.

    This got me back in 2000s when i was playing games just for what they are, we had no MT and ♥♥♥♥, you buy the the game and you play it, that was it and i am happy BG is bringing dead times to players like me.

    Recommended for the 37 year old gamer, have a taste of what gaming was long ago!    … Expand
  49. sesamechikn
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Great game. Provides the full experience on purchase and doesn't have any microtransactions. One of the best games of 2023.
  50. monkeydegamer
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I waited for years to find a game worthy of dusting off my gaming pc and this is it. Baldur's Gate 3 continues to blow me away with all it has to offer. The branching story lines, the attention to detail, the characters, the world, the combat, the graphics, the FREEDOM to play how you want. Everything has surpassed my expectations. A new standard has been set. An easy 10/10 for me.I waited for years to find a game worthy of dusting off my gaming pc and this is it. Baldur's Gate 3 continues to blow me away with all it has to offer. The branching story lines, the attention to detail, the characters, the world, the combat, the graphics, the FREEDOM to play how you want. Everything has surpassed my expectations. A new standard has been set. An easy 10/10 for me. Probably the best game I've ever played.

    I made an account just to give this special game the praise it deserves.    … Expand
  51. SalaciousGoo
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best video game I've played in years. I'd give it an 11 if I could. Every turn reveals new mysteries and wonderful experiences like I've never seen in interactive media.
  52. Ofviewpoint
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Thank you for making a game for the consumer. No greed no cosmetic shop no battle pass. Great content ! Wasn’t planning on buying the deluxe, but I will to encourage the studio !
  53. asathor102
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    my personal GOTY!!! best RPG ever made, I will be playing BG3 for years till BG4 release
  54. adamgoth28
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best turn-based RPG I have played yet. I played it for almost 100h in early access and now I have played it already for 70h more, can't wait to play it again to see other outcomes of the story. Also I'm amazed by how creative you can be with some solutions to the things you face in the game, it's almost as if they thought of every stupid thing that played might try and said "yeah add it,Best turn-based RPG I have played yet. I played it for almost 100h in early access and now I have played it already for 70h more, can't wait to play it again to see other outcomes of the story. Also I'm amazed by how creative you can be with some solutions to the things you face in the game, it's almost as if they thought of every stupid thing that played might try and said "yeah add it, someone gonna do it for sure".… Expand
  55. warexas
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Amazing game lots of dialogue variation in the game and this is a huge win I actually feel like i have agency in a game and my decisions matters a lot more often and I see the repercussion for my decisions much sooner vs i see it at the end of a game.
  56. LookOverThere
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Im 10 hours in and I’m almost done with the tutorial. This game is so dense and feature complete it’s impossible not to give this a shot.
  57. Tavrogue
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    What would be the outcome if you combined the very best of William Shakespeare, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Alfred Hitchcock, Federico Fellini, John Ronald Reuel Tolkien and Ken Russell?
    It would be called: 'Baldur's Gate 3'
    Baldur's Gate 3 isn't just a video game, it is a total experience where you are the director in an unseen fantasy world. Once you step into that world, it's hard to    What would be the outcome if you combined the very best of William Shakespeare, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Alfred Hitchcock, Federico Fellini, John Ronald Reuel Tolkien and Ken Russell?
    It would be called: 'Baldur's Gate 3'

    Baldur's Gate 3 isn't just a video game, it is a total experience where you are the director in an unseen fantasy world. Once you step into that world, it's hard to escape. And as soon as you escape you want to return immediately.    … Expand
  58. Odaenathus
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Absolutely the best game I have played in years and I say this as a person that did not use to enjoy turn based rpgs. This is the standard.
  59. TastyBevRage
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played in recent memory. Already a cut above the industry standard by providing a full game with no battle passes or micro-transactions and then the game itself is clearly a labor of love. Do yourself a favor and really give this one a go, lose yourself in the choices and surprise yourself!
  60. Divertidus
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Básicamente un nuevo referente en la industria.
    De esos pocos juegos que van marcando épocas y son el espejo en el que se fijarán muchos futuros títulos.
  61. Lowendlord
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    A flawless return to the forgotten realms. I'm old enough to have played bg1 and 2 when they came out, and this game is such a rich comeback for this game series. Combat is turn based like real DND. The conversations and story rely on chance dice rolls which are addictively fun. There is so much detail, you could play this game 100 times and not see everything. With the races, classes andA flawless return to the forgotten realms. I'm old enough to have played bg1 and 2 when they came out, and this game is such a rich comeback for this game series. Combat is turn based like real DND. The conversations and story rely on chance dice rolls which are addictively fun. There is so much detail, you could play this game 100 times and not see everything. With the races, classes and other character features there is almost limitless possibilities to try. Seriously this is a goty for me.… Expand
  62. Poityler
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    More than a game it’s a lesson to studios. Thank you Larian to make feel us respected and not customers only.
  63. Pasza26
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Najlepsze RPG ostatnich lat. Jeśli nie wiesz w co pograć to spróbuj BG3 i masz jakiesz 150h z głowy.
  64. Hatsspace
    Aug 11, 2023
    8
    game is very good but a bit too long for me also if you have never played a c-rpg wait for sale it like any game depends if you like the genre
  65. Garsupial
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate III leaves early access, reaching its full version. It already points ways to be the best fantasy RPG of the last decade. Immense role-playing experience loaded with hours and hours.
  66. KevlarWagon
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Everything I expected in a 2023 Baldur's Gate game, and tons that I did not! Plenty of depth ensures that I will continue many playthroughs, probably for years to come.

    Character creation literally took me two hours, my first time, as I just took everything in and fiddled with every little change. Tons of choices and variations allow you to build almost the exact character of your dreams!    Everything I expected in a 2023 Baldur's Gate game, and tons that I did not! Plenty of depth ensures that I will continue many playthroughs, probably for years to come.

    Character creation literally took me two hours, my first time, as I just took everything in and fiddled with every little change. Tons of choices and variations allow you to build almost the exact character of your dreams! The storytelling and world building achieved in the tutorial area/ship has way more depth and player engagement than the entirety of Diablo 4. You can tell that the team is passionate about their work, as it shines through in every moment of gameplay.

    The game is extraordinarily charming, and it is worth every single penny.    … Expand
  67. Taxmen
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I've played the game since early access and it has come a long way. its 10/10 for me.
    Great story
    No microtransactions
    No in-game purchases
    No paywalls
    No game passes
    No preorder exploitative content
    No internet connection needed to play.

    Lots of content, highly detailed world on a loved and tested concept.
  68. rylock
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    A shockingly deep and expansive game with incredible production values. The developer, Larian Studios, respects its customers by foregoing DRM and excessive monetization. A true spiritual successor to Dragon Age: Origins in the best possible way, exceeding all expectations while still feeling familiar.
  69. TheCrimsonCat89
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The game is phenomenal and a masterpiece in RPGs where it sets a new, gold standard! From the customization, to the characters, classes, story and gameplay, there is something for everyone to enjoy even if you're brand new to the series. For new players, the game walks you through with excellent beginner-friendly tutorials, all of which can be toggled off for advanced players looking forThe game is phenomenal and a masterpiece in RPGs where it sets a new, gold standard! From the customization, to the characters, classes, story and gameplay, there is something for everyone to enjoy even if you're brand new to the series. For new players, the game walks you through with excellent beginner-friendly tutorials, all of which can be toggled off for advanced players looking for a challenge! Additionally, there isn't an ounce of transphobia or homophobia nor does it support anyone who uses their clout to go against transgender humans. Unlike JK Rowling, this game tells a riveting story that will keep you hooked based on the decisions you make. Buy it, play it, and see for yourself as to why this game is phenomenal and game of the year!… Expand
  70. MezmerAndMcFly
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Easily the greatest CRPG of our Generation. Larian deserves all the praise they are getting for this incredible masterpiece.
  71. suprisse
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    As someone who has always held RPGs dear to my heart since childhood, I can say that this has become the best RPG I have ever played. I don't know if it will with certainty remain my favorite, though it is now, but no matter what I feel confident saying that no game has ever done a better job of giving freedom and choice to characters in a way such as this. Combined with the mind bogglingAs someone who has always held RPGs dear to my heart since childhood, I can say that this has become the best RPG I have ever played. I don't know if it will with certainty remain my favorite, though it is now, but no matter what I feel confident saying that no game has ever done a better job of giving freedom and choice to characters in a way such as this. Combined with the mind boggling number of lines and cinematics, the world around you TRUELLY knows and reacts to every single one of your actions. Big and small.… Expand
  72. asariii
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    One of the best crpg I've ever played, the story, characters and world are incredible. Gameplay is addicting and intuitive.
  73. AlterFate
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The closest to a perfect game I have ever played. The scope of this game is massive, the story is incredible, the gameplay is tactical and exciting, the design and graphics are gorgeous. There's not enough words to describe this game.

    As a D&D player I love this game. Friends who hate D&D or have never tried it love this game. Larian Studios has eclipsed all other game studios and it    The closest to a perfect game I have ever played. The scope of this game is massive, the story is incredible, the gameplay is tactical and exciting, the design and graphics are gorgeous. There's not enough words to describe this game.

    As a D&D player I love this game. Friends who hate D&D or have never tried it love this game. Larian Studios has eclipsed all other game studios and it shows in their last two games D:OS2 and BG3. This is the only game I have played this year that is worth the full price and even more. Not Diablo 4, not Zelda, not Hogwarts Legacy. There will not be a game of this quality, scope and care in the next decade.    … Expand
  74. pALUCARDq
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game feels like its worth the $60 and then some. Larian does care about making a good game and AAA game companies should learn from them when it comes to making RPGs
  75. maurisilver
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    El juego es excelente, en tiempos donde ningún estudio se arriesga por miedo a no generar ingresos y terminan lanzando juegos casi standar y con poca originalidad llego este título que es sumamente arriesgado en su propuesta más de nicho y al hacer un juego con tanta pasión y buscando abracar cada detalle y eso es de agradecer. Ojalá sea elegido como el juego del año. Simplemente una joya.
  76. Leid
    Aug 11, 2023
    5
    Muy buenos gráficos, pero la jugabilidad deja algo que desear en cuanto a eso
  77. Mashley22
    Aug 11, 2023
    1
    Well, i was hyped but the history isn't that great to be honest... Bad camera movement and slow as hell, also i got some bugs too bad, not impressed.
  78. HornyConsuelo
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, Baldur's Gate was already a very famous and important IP for CPRGs, so the bar was high, but Larian did the impossible with this Title, DOS2 was already excellent, but this game is out of this world, congratulations!

    My personal GOTY!
  79. roxan200
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game is not banned in my region (Russia) and I'm genuinely happy about it.
  80. V1N1
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Em resumo, BALDUR'S GATE 3 é mais do que um jogo; é uma jornada épica que vai te prender do começo ao fim. Com sua personalização rica de personagens, história envolvente e possibilidades infinitas, este jogo merece um lugar de destaque na coleção de qualquer fã de RPG. Não perca tempo - mergulhe de cabeça nesta aventura magnífica e prepare-se para se perder em um mundo de maravilhas eEm resumo, BALDUR'S GATE 3 é mais do que um jogo; é uma jornada épica que vai te prender do começo ao fim. Com sua personalização rica de personagens, história envolvente e possibilidades infinitas, este jogo merece um lugar de destaque na coleção de qualquer fã de RPG. Não perca tempo - mergulhe de cabeça nesta aventura magnífica e prepare-se para se perder em um mundo de maravilhas e desafios épicos.… Expand
  81. mmaleficarvm
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    An incredibly complete RPG, setting a new standard for the genre in terms of gameplay, story, and especially freedom of player choice. The world is so immersive, interactive, and malleable that it truly feels alive in a way that even MMOs have not managed. The overall quality exceeds even the golden age of Bioware RPGs. It is the best game in the turn based RPG genre of the decade so far,An incredibly complete RPG, setting a new standard for the genre in terms of gameplay, story, and especially freedom of player choice. The world is so immersive, interactive, and malleable that it truly feels alive in a way that even MMOs have not managed. The overall quality exceeds even the golden age of Bioware RPGs. It is the best game in the turn based RPG genre of the decade so far, and it belongs in the conversation of best of all time.… Expand
  82. ENTIFA
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Just I Say Wonderfullllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll!!!!!!!!
  83. Sumai83
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    It is an absolute Masterpiece of a game, finally after such a long time of lifeless profit games a game with heart and soul! I will enjoy it for a very long time, my new favourite game of all time ;)
  84. polkjm
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Larian studio exists as a proof that a privately owned company with a few hundred employees is capable of producing games that are better than any triple-A title. This is because they can focus on delivering an amazing, complete experience, without having to be concerned about shareholders and profits constantly. They clearly have an amazing team, amazing talent, and good management. TheLarian studio exists as a proof that a privately owned company with a few hundred employees is capable of producing games that are better than any triple-A title. This is because they can focus on delivering an amazing, complete experience, without having to be concerned about shareholders and profits constantly. They clearly have an amazing team, amazing talent, and good management. The CEO of the company is a great guy and a big reason why this is a massive success.

    It's a wake up call for these massive, obsolete triple-A studios to step up or fail, and I'm all for it. We need more studios like Larian out there.

    The game itself is the greatest game I've ever played, the absolute pinnacle of the RPG genre. Enough said.    … Expand
  85. Kronosx79
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Great RPG, no **** So it is possible, other developers. Take note. No more excuses. Get money as a forefront idea out of your heads. Create art. Its not as complicated as some want it to be. Do it right. Give the people what they want. The data exists and you have it. So use it for good.
  86. Zavran
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, the possibilities for multiple replays are fantastic.
    This game will keep most people entertained with unique and refreshing playthroughs.
  87. NeonSoul
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 were one of the games of my life. Baldur's Gate 3 will be too. Little can I say about this absolute masterpiece.
  88. Nolanvalois
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best game in YEARS. No other game this year will come close to being as good as this game is.
  89. heronkill
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The attention to detail is unreal. The cooperative multiplayer play is an absolute BLAST, hilarious with 4 people. Best game of the year, by far. I haven't had this much fun in so long
  90. SessionZero
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    A simply incredible achievement. I feel like I'm playing Neverwinter Nights for the first time again. Larian proves they understand not just D&D but CRPGs as a medium in general. I hope we see more subclasses and perhaps more races in the future, but as a released product, it has a polished, MTX-free, and most importantly finished feel to it.

    Some bugs and glitches here and there but in    A simply incredible achievement. I feel like I'm playing Neverwinter Nights for the first time again. Larian proves they understand not just D&D but CRPGs as a medium in general. I hope we see more subclasses and perhaps more races in the future, but as a released product, it has a polished, MTX-free, and most importantly finished feel to it.

    Some bugs and glitches here and there but in a game this massive that's to be expected, and I personally haven't run into anything worse than the odd graphics bug. It's my 2023 GOTY for sure.    … Expand
  91. Rathrain
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The game is great! Devs have been updating non-stop on any issues that are reported. I think a lot of people who gave negative reviews don't understand what's at stake. What makes this game a 9-10 is not just the game but the fact it does not use explorative techniques to steal your money. You don't need to buy 20 DLCs to play the full game. This is the standard we need to expect fromThe game is great! Devs have been updating non-stop on any issues that are reported. I think a lot of people who gave negative reviews don't understand what's at stake. What makes this game a 9-10 is not just the game but the fact it does not use explorative techniques to steal your money. You don't need to buy 20 DLCs to play the full game. This is the standard we need to expect from every big title game. If not you will get Diablo Immortal where only the whales get to have fun.… Expand
  92. Skullapple
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I made an account just to say this. This is the best RPG game I have ever played. If you didn't like turn based combat before, this game might change your mind. There are multiple choices for every situation, and those choices have consequences. Interesting, well written characters. Great graphics. Great music. Excellent game design overall. Play with your friends or play solo, both areI made an account just to say this. This is the best RPG game I have ever played. If you didn't like turn based combat before, this game might change your mind. There are multiple choices for every situation, and those choices have consequences. Interesting, well written characters. Great graphics. Great music. Excellent game design overall. Play with your friends or play solo, both are great experiences. Larian studios, thank you for making this game.… Expand
  93. Dfrassi
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    After years finally we come back to forgotten realms! Graphically it's perfect, gameplay is as playing dungeons and dragons with friends. Just love it more than my family.
    Little bad thing: the character creation and level up is too much simple, in the second chapter levelling up was more complicated just for many possible choices
  94. Khanthedruid
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Loving this game and its many dialog options, combat feels challenging and fun.
  95. SkyeRequiem
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This is a fantastic game for anyone who appreciates or even has considered playing CRPGs, it is absolutely worth the price and I'm probably going to be playing it for months, I didn't take any time off work to play, but it's only been a week and I'm already up to 29 hours of playtime, and looking forward to playing more this weekend.
  96. Moofaa
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best and most memorable game I have played in a very VERY long time. 150 hours in and I feel like I have barely scratched the surface. This is definitely not only a new standard for the CRPG genre but for the games industry as a whole. A complete game not burdened with a store or microtransactions that delivers a top notch and unforgettable experience.
  97. F95D0211
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Meine erste Rezension und gleich eine als absoluter Noob im Fantasy-Genre, der sich dazu überzeugen hat lassen zuzuschlagen:

    Nach mittlerweile 26.5 Stunden in den letzten vier Tagen: Absolut grandioses Spiel. Es war definitiv die richtige Entscheidung einzusteigen. Wenn einem das Genre grundsätzlich zusagt und man Bock darauf hat sich richtig einzuarbeiten, der wird zu 100% auf seine    Meine erste Rezension und gleich eine als absoluter Noob im Fantasy-Genre, der sich dazu überzeugen hat lassen zuzuschlagen:

    Nach mittlerweile 26.5 Stunden in den letzten vier Tagen: Absolut grandioses Spiel. Es war definitiv die richtige Entscheidung einzusteigen. Wenn einem das Genre grundsätzlich zusagt und man Bock darauf hat sich richtig einzuarbeiten, der wird zu 100% auf seine Kosten kommen. Für mich ist BG3 der Inbegriff von Spieltiefe und Story-Flexibilität. Wem das in anderen Spielen immer wieder mal zu kurz kam, ist hier absolut richtig.

    Die Detailreiche und Tiefe der bisher gesehenen Dungeons ist einfach faszinierend.
    Allein Quests a la "Finde den Pilzsammler" und der damit verbundene Teil des Unterreichs ... Wahnsinn.
    Mit jeder Google-Suche die man wiederwillig starten muss, weil es keine Optionen mehr zu geben scheint um ein Quest voranzutreiben ... wird einem nur vor Augen geführt, dass man noch aufmerksamer sein muss.

    In der Summe fühlt es sich so an, als würde man in 2023 Breaking Bad, The Wire und Sopranos entdecken, hat die erste Staffel rum und wäre eigentlich selbst damit schon unfassbar zufrieden - aber man hat einfach noch 15 weitere gleichwertige Staffeln vor sich ;-)
    So bekloppt es klingt, aber gefühlt möchte man fast mehr tuen, als "nur" den Preis fürs Spiel zu zahlen um sicherzustellen, dass Larian Studios exakt in dieser Form weitermacht.    … Expand
  98. ludy96
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Very recommended, lots of content, amazing companions, VA everywhere, I would love to see more legendary loot but it is legendary it should be a small amount, fights are long but you have a lot of possibilities to end them quickly.
  99. ABlaskov
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game is one of the best games I have ever played. The game has deep interesting turn based combat and a great story filled with interesting characters and choices.
  100. Arronjax
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. You have so much freedom in how to handle encounters, quests etc. The dialogues are interesting, the story is compelling, and the sheer depth of it is nothing short of impressive. Good job Larian Games, this is absolutely amazing!
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Universal acclaim - based on 112 Critic Reviews

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