Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

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  1. Unfussybear1
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Despite a few bugs in the game BG3 is one of the most beautiful and diverse open game worlds out there, everything and everyone has a response on how you act in the world.
    The D&D elements are very well thought out and the character creation is like one never seen before. A big shout out to Larian Studios for delivering one of the best CRPG's in years. (to come)
  2. alainpierrebr
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    O game é muito bom, tem um mundo fantástico e a história é impressionante. Embora eu não curta muito o estilo de câmera, não resta dúvidas que o jogo merece todo o sucesso que está tendo.
  3. flvaranda
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 me fez criar uma conta no metacritic só para poder ter o privilégio de dar uma bela nota 10! Que jogo!
  4. Jaguar06
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    An amazing journey Great storytelling. With fun and engaging game play.
  5. TheElder
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    As a player of RPG's for over 30 years, I am trying to remember a time when I was this blown away with a videogame. I think I have to go back to Everquest in 1999 and that might not even be fair because it had that first "massively multiplayer" aspect to it.

    BG3 is truly beyond my expectations of what I thought was possible. The game is built specifically for me, but also you, and    As a player of RPG's for over 30 years, I am trying to remember a time when I was this blown away with a videogame. I think I have to go back to Everquest in 1999 and that might not even be fair because it had that first "massively multiplayer" aspect to it.

    BG3 is truly beyond my expectations of what I thought was possible. The game is built specifically for me, but also you, and everyone else. I kind of feel bad for Starfield because the 45 minute video that I was hyped about a month ago just seems dated compared to this.

    I will be playing BG3 for a very long time. Hopefully, this game does truly move the industry. It really feels like a breakthrough moment that has not been seen for 20 years.    … Expand
  6. Beorn_man
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    I'm only 30ish hours in to the official release but as someone who played it for about 15-20 hours in early access over 2 years ago they have really put the work into this game. For those who are having a bit of trouble with the complicated UI just know its D&D 5e accurate and the streamlined it more than I thought possible. The fact they were able to covert all this alone is incredible.
  7. Dyminski
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Jogo bão, comprem, vale muito a pena. Jogo imersivo, mas é pra quem gosta de história
  8. badboykerm
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    My first introduction to DnD and CRPGs. By far it is amazing by all means. Storytelling, npc interactions, attention to detail, combat, and best of all, the knowing that the developers were passionate about this game.
  9. drakma
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    definitely one of the best games ever released. the only thing I would like to see is the game being able to reach level 20 as is the D&D game.
  10. Dargel
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This has become my favorite game ever. Best game in 2 decades. Thanks, Larian!
  11. brunolykont
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Conheci pouco dos jogos anteriores, o primeiro que Joguei foi o BG2 Dark Aliance, e era um jogo dificil mas incrivel.
    Esse jogo me deixa imersivo, 4h de jogo nele dar uma sensação de minutos, e fazia tempo que um jogo causava isso, muito dialogos bom, tem uma excelente tradução dos textos e dialogo, realmente bem trabalhado, um jogo feito com amor, vontade, e para os Consumidores.
    I got    Conheci pouco dos jogos anteriores, o primeiro que Joguei foi o BG2 Dark Aliance, e era um jogo dificil mas incrivel.
    Esse jogo me deixa imersivo, 4h de jogo nele dar uma sensação de minutos, e fazia tempo que um jogo causava isso, muito dialogos bom, tem uma excelente tradução dos textos e dialogo, realmente bem trabalhado, um jogo feito com amor, vontade, e para os Consumidores.
    I got to know a little about the previous games, the first one I played was BG2 Dark Alliance, and it was a difficult but incredible game.

    This game makes me immersive, 4 hours of playing it feels like minutes, and it's been a while since a game did that, lots of good dialogue, it has an excellent translation of the texts and dialogue, really well crafted, a game made with love, will, and for Consumers.    … Expand
  12. dito_rms
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    One of the most carefully created game of all time.
    Good performance, good story, good replay value, without DLC or microtransactions.
  13. clicador
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Best rpg all-time. I don't see any game with a better mix of story, dialogs, graphics, mechanics and respect of the community ideas.
  14. kauman189
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Tbh its a masterpiece

    Theres no way some people cant even get more than a 6 in this game its just beatifuill well paced game whit a lot of things to do u cant say this game its a 4 or even a 0 dont be disrpesctfull its okay if u dont understand but just be objective...

    Over all amazing game
  15. alduin121
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    No words to describe this masterpiece best game of the decade and hope goty of 2023
  16. Eowung
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Just amazing !! Goes straight to my hall of fame :)
    It's been a while I havent enjoyed a video game so much.
  17. snappyferguson
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    A truly magnificent gaming and role playing achievement that needs to be played by all.
  18. BlackEagle82
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Obra maestra en el genero sin duda, Muchas variantes los diálogos que aunque no salga un resultado bueno, no te importa el resultado ya que la re jugabilidad es muy alta y te incita a ello una vez terminada la partida
  19. Raymanxiv
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    New to the Baldur's Gate series but not new to tactical rpg games. This game is hands down one of the best games I have ever played in my entire life. So rich and beautiful. Also in today's day in age wear companies are half ***ING their games and release them with intention to fill gaps with dlc. This game right is complete and full, so much thought and effort in to every detail andNew to the Baldur's Gate series but not new to tactical rpg games. This game is hands down one of the best games I have ever played in my entire life. So rich and beautiful. Also in today's day in age wear companies are half ***ING their games and release them with intention to fill gaps with dlc. This game right is complete and full, so much thought and effort in to every detail and character. Very wonderful.… Expand
  20. EduFBorges
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    That's the Goty. Baldur's Gate 3 is the best RPG game i ever played since Skyrim, KingdomHearts 2 or The Witcher.
    The game was made with love and you can fell this on the gameplay.

    I love it.
  21. EGREGIUS
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Danke Larian für diese Spieleperle und dem Zeichen an die Spieleindustrie/Spieleentwicklung wie Spiele sein sollten. Ich werde als Spieler/Kunde ernst genommen und bekomme richtig was für mein hartverdientes Geld geboten und das ohne Cashgrab wie Battlepass, Microtransaktionen (Ingameshop), DLC usw. Bestes Spiel seit Jahren.
  22. rwalter
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    gostei muito jogabilidade melhorada comparada ao divinity2 , gostei das adições de cutscenes e musicas, a historia muito bom
  23. ScentSword
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Não tem como se maravilhar com as inúmeras possibilidades que o jogo lhe permite seguir. Você tem inúmeras possibilidades de segui a trajetória do jogo. Não gosto de actionrpg mas esse jogo me conquistou. Sem microtransação, tem moedinhas para comprar roupinhas.
  24. jobejo64
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Best game since The Witcher 3...better even. I'll be playing this game more than I played Skyrim...and I won't have to buy it more than once.
  25. BeGodNTC
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Cara o jogo é lindo, com certeza merece o GOTY, um dos melhores que joguei na vida. Você sente o amor e o carinho que eles tiveram com o jogo e com a gente, onde em um mundo em que os jogos colocam você pra jogar da maneira deles, a Larian fez o jogo pra gente jogar da nossa maneira, e isso é lindo. Amo vocês Larian Studios Games.
  26. Wolfermiljon
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The beat game I have played in the last 15 years or do. Hopefully my gf wont leave me as I've already put 40h into the game last week. And I dont even like turned based, story driven RPGs
  27. firegon1
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The best game of all.

    I thought about the actual games, that many have partial contents, and doesn't are make with love.

    This game are a perfect revival of the Dungeon and Dragons in computers, the system that are inspired by Tolkien and literally the structure of medieval fantasy today.

    I think it will take time to appear a game like this.
  28. arthurmed98
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Melhor rpg que já joguei na vida!

    Os desenvolvedores demonstraram toda paixão fazendo esse jogo com carinho
  29. Brajo
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Meu jogo preferido de toda a vida e ainda nao sai do ato1 !!!
    De tanto testar e retestar classes e combinações. Amei s2
  30. Xicarius
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This is the 1st Baldur's Gate game I've played and I am enjoying it very much. I didn't play D&D growing up but now that I'm in my 40's my interest in RPG's and table top games has grown. This game is a great introduction into the world. Storytelling is top notch and the sense of adventure and endless possibilities is unmatched.
  31. Drewpoo
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This game has blown my mind. Incredibly fun to play with an ever evolving story. Great job Larian studios. You deserve all the success and fan-faire for this one.
  32. Ghostz7
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The game is amazing, definitely worth playing for hour and hours! Definitely game of the year!
  33. Renan_am_2000
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This game feels like the true successor to Dragon Age: Origins and Baldur's Gate 2 at the same time. It keeps the same vibe those old Bioware games achieved, and is a must buy for every RPG fan.
    10/10
  34. HollyCreep
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played my entire life.

    Baldur's Gate II was a masterpiece.
    Divinity Original Sin II was insanity good.

    Two combined = Perfection

    Good time to be alive.
  35. RIPLI
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Thanks, Larian, for this masterpiece. Best modern attempt on implementing ad&d as a computer game
  36. Quackyoin
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing experience, playing through the whole game I felt incredibly satisfied. I'm now on my second playthrough and the amount of impact that for example different dialouge options can do for the rest of your playthrough makes this game have very high amount of replayability.
  37. fritangaplayed
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Great game and thanks to Phil Spencer a great console timed exclusive for the ps5
  38. filipemarchesi
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo de RPG ocidental por turnos desde o Divinity 2. A Larian está se tornando soberana nesse gênero. O jogo é tão bom e fluido, que nem percebo o tempo passar.
    Grande história, personagens cativantes e o sistema de combate muito fluído, para um jogo por turnos. Pessoal que está criticando o jogo, com notas 0, simplesmente não jogou e está somente tentando baixar o score. Precisam    Melhor jogo de RPG ocidental por turnos desde o Divinity 2. A Larian está se tornando soberana nesse gênero. O jogo é tão bom e fluido, que nem percebo o tempo passar.
    Grande história, personagens cativantes e o sistema de combate muito fluído, para um jogo por turnos. Pessoal que está criticando o jogo, com notas 0, simplesmente não jogou e está somente tentando baixar o score. Precisam pagar mais boletos, para desenvolver caráter.    … Expand
  39. alvxalv
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Perfeito!!!! O melhor jogo ja feito! Perfect!!! Eu amei todo o cuidado e qualidade do jogo!
  40. Kalf
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo da década até o presente momento, história, escolhas, personagens, mecânicas e imersão praticamente impecáveis, tudo em BG3 parece orgânico e feito com esmero e muito amor pela Larian Studios, feito de fã para fã! Definitivamente o melhor jogo de D&D desde o próprio tabletop com os amigos, pode ser que n seja o GOTY do ano como em 2018 foi roubado do RDR2 pela mídia sonysta,Melhor jogo da década até o presente momento, história, escolhas, personagens, mecânicas e imersão praticamente impecáveis, tudo em BG3 parece orgânico e feito com esmero e muito amor pela Larian Studios, feito de fã para fã! Definitivamente o melhor jogo de D&D desde o próprio tabletop com os amigos, pode ser que n seja o GOTY do ano como em 2018 foi roubado do RDR2 pela mídia sonysta, mas será sempre o GOTY DO POVO!… Expand
  41. Aussiegonenuts
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Slaps bootycheeks
    Karlach is also hot
    Shadowheart is hot
    I was able too **** a mind flayer what other game can i do that    … Expand
  42. FieryIce
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    TL;DR - This is the best game I've ever played. I will be putting thousands of hours into this in the coming months and years.

    I never had this much fun in a game. The only thing comparable would be the wonder of playing computer games as a kid - this game captures the magic that makes this hobby so rewarding to pursue. While there are a few minor bugs in the first 20 hours of the    TL;DR - This is the best game I've ever played. I will be putting thousands of hours into this in the coming months and years.

    I never had this much fun in a game. The only thing comparable would be the wonder of playing computer games as a kid - this game captures the magic that makes this hobby so rewarding to pursue.

    While there are a few minor bugs in the first 20 hours of the game, becoming a bit more frequent toward the end, Larian Studios has already patched many of these bugs hotfixes, with more to come.

    There is only one problem with this game: I will always think of the joy I had in Baldur's Gate 3 whenever I play the disappointing titles of other AAA companies. The bar has been set.    … Expand
  43. nanadoll
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Pessoal vindo aqui dando 0 só para sabotar o jogo porque estão com raivinha, bando de fracassados.
    O jogo é maravilhoso, história épica, gráficos excelentes, gameplay excelente, o melhor jogo de turno que já joguei, pode não levar o Goty mas é GOTY para mim, espero que venham muito mais jogos nesse estilo daqui pra frente, pessoal que reclama que "tem muito diálogo" que o combate demora,    Pessoal vindo aqui dando 0 só para sabotar o jogo porque estão com raivinha, bando de fracassados.
    O jogo é maravilhoso, história épica, gráficos excelentes, gameplay excelente, o melhor jogo de turno que já joguei, pode não levar o Goty mas é GOTY para mim, espero que venham muito mais jogos nesse estilo daqui pra frente, pessoal que reclama que "tem muito diálogo" que o combate demora, que o jogo tem muita história, são todos um bando de sem cérebro que aparentemente não entendem o que é um CRPG, sim RPG o principal é a história, diálogos fazem parte caso não saibam, ainda mais um baseado em D&D.
    Caso não tenham percebido esse tipo de jogo não é para seu bico, bando de nutellas :D    … Expand
  44. shaun_cpt
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    I’ve been gaming for over 20 years and I’ve never left a review before, but BG3 is such a once in a generation masterpiece that I felt compelled to add to the chorus of praise. The scope is mind-blowing - each act is massive yet has a distinct feel and after nearly 100hrs I never got bored of exploring. The combat is intricate and there are so many ways to approach situations - I didn’tI’ve been gaming for over 20 years and I’ve never left a review before, but BG3 is such a once in a generation masterpiece that I felt compelled to add to the chorus of praise. The scope is mind-blowing - each act is massive yet has a distinct feel and after nearly 100hrs I never got bored of exploring. The combat is intricate and there are so many ways to approach situations - I didn’t think I would spend so much time considering positioning and trying to get an advantage over enemies and trying new tactics just to see what would happen, as opposed to simply spamming the same spells and actions every encounter. Each encounter was just different enough for what came before to feel fresh. The multitude of stories are engaging and it’s impressive how many permutations there are for some threads. I often went back to previous saves to make a different choice so I could see how to affects subsequent encounters. There’s a boss battle in act 2 that plays out so differently based on some choices you make in the lead up. I can’t wait to play the game again with a different character and party and approach, and see how the story warps around a different set of decisions. This is really a masterclass in video games.… Expand
  45. Adhs11
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Only game I would give a 10 to in the last 13 years. Even then, fallout NV doesn't come close in terms of polish or content. The game is worth every penny and my only issue is I know it will be a long time before any game is comparable.
  46. Digc
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played in years. Choices you make may come to haunt or reward you later on and there are multiple ways to solve different situations. It all depends of your character and your team. Different outcomes are all viable and failure in conversations or in any checks isn't an end usually, but may lead in to much more interesting results. Combat is deep and challenging. And if youBest game I've played in years. Choices you make may come to haunt or reward you later on and there are multiple ways to solve different situations. It all depends of your character and your team. Different outcomes are all viable and failure in conversations or in any checks isn't an end usually, but may lead in to much more interesting results. Combat is deep and challenging. And if you don't want to bang your head on the wall with difficult fights, lower difficulty.

    Incredible game.    … Expand
  47. Sky1683
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 9/11. Bombing in this game is surely a theme here.
    From the narratives who will be encouraged to do suicide bombing, to the person who knows it's life was expiring anyway.
    Joke aside this game is brilliant.    … Expand
  48. danielamiram
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    As a 36 years old gamer, I can say this is the best game I have ever played in my life! The level of deepness of the game and its characters it’s something unbelievable … “chapeau” to Larian studios !
  49. aylei
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    I can't remember the last time I've had so much fun in a game.. This is my GOTY worth every penny!!!
  50. Joe473636
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The best game I played these recent times.
    Finished product, no **** denuvo, no microtransactions.
    Amazing story, characters, satisfying gameplay. Made for mature, intelligent audience.
    I can't remember last time I felt this satisfied with a purchase.
  51. GETAE
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Best game of 2023 hands down, and i dont think any other title can beat it. Fantastic work from the team, may they have the will and energy to continue their work.
  52. Stoch
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I have played so many games in my life, and this is the most unique and outstandig game. I am so impressed. I was looting forward to D4, and even though I really like D4, I was ripped from the game and dedicated all my 'gaming-time' to this game.
    Even the replayability is amazing, hands down.
  53. VaughanDavies
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Bugs aside, this is easily one of the best games I've ever played. It's incredible!
    Also, I want to mention how Larian Studios are extremely pro-consumer (No DRM, No Microtransactions, dedicated to addressing bugs and fan requests), They are a gold standard for what it means to be a game developer.
  54. xGhostx1379
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I never liked turn-based games or this type until I decided to try BG3... and here I am with 48 hours of play plus the ones I need. Simply a work of art
  55. l4ngtuw4y
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game
    This is a 10/10 game.
    This is the best game I've ever played. I have played many crack games but I will buy quality games like BG3 it is worth it. Also hope everyone buys the game to support the publisher    … Expand
  56. C0D3X
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The amount of different stuff you can do and the diologue options, the characters and the story, no micro transactions or required internet connection. Basically I like this game and am satisfied with all that it offers. I heard there were a few bugs in later acts, but I trust they will fix them soon enough , I haven't gotten far yet, so haven't seen any of the bugs people speak of, Act 1The amount of different stuff you can do and the diologue options, the characters and the story, no micro transactions or required internet connection. Basically I like this game and am satisfied with all that it offers. I heard there were a few bugs in later acts, but I trust they will fix them soon enough , I haven't gotten far yet, so haven't seen any of the bugs people speak of, Act 1 is amazing so far, and I trust the other acts will be just as good.… Expand
  57. Eoghanii
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Absolutely riveting, will reconsider my review after I've 100% completed the game but wow
  58. moufmouf
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Best RPG of my life. Deeply emotional, deeply tactical.
    Game of the year for me ^^
  59. Bea1
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Best main story
    Best Side Qeusts
    Best soundtrack
    Best Game-play
    Good Graphics

    This game is legendary
  60. Zavulon91
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best game I have ever played and it's the most refreshing experience of the last few years for me playing on PC.
    GOTY for me even if it won't win
  61. P9pa
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The game throws me back to when I started playing games. It has been a long time since I feelt so eager to get home from work and sink some hours into this fantastic story rich and sometimes challenging game.
  62. Filip1992
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Realy good game ....and I'm not even fan of turn based games ...it just...finally someone realised a really good game without loots of bugs and toon of dlc,microtransactions(I mean ther is games like that but they are minority and studios that dont get greedy even less and bcz of that i give full price for this game not to ubisoft not to bugtesda that is lazy to fix bugs so modders mustRealy good game ....and I'm not even fan of turn based games ...it just...finally someone realised a really good game without loots of bugs and toon of dlc,microtransactions(I mean ther is games like that but they are minority and studios that dont get greedy even less and bcz of that i give full price for this game not to ubisoft not to bugtesda that is lazy to fix bugs so modders must fix for them,not to greedy rockstar...etc)and they listen players that is even more rare..and you know what I will give 10 just bcz thous haters on yt ...f you… Expand
  63. arvinrage
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is one of my first turn-based games since FF13, which was just too slow paced for me. Larian has really made something special here because it certainly keeps the pace going but the rewarding story and well written dialog, keeps bringing me back to the game.
  64. TheElderbrain
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I have created an account, just for this review....

    I have played all RPGs out there, and so far BG3 is the best, Tyranny, Pillars of Eternity, witcher, or Skyrim are all great games, but BG is beyond compare, Next-gen truly shines here, the decision that the player makes have a real impact, which can be felt and seen. The voice acting really is amazing, and the narration pulls me    I have created an account, just for this review....

    I have played all RPGs out there, and so far BG3 is the best,
    Tyranny, Pillars of Eternity, witcher, or Skyrim are all great games, but BG is beyond compare,
    Next-gen truly shines here, the decision that the player makes have a real impact, which can be felt and seen.
    The voice acting really is amazing, and the narration pulls me in even more.

    Also considering that Larian is not your typical AAA with a limitless budget.
    but a humble team of passionate gamers. the effort spent on this game is really stellar, and it pays off and is felt and seen throughout the game.

    The downsides are, turn-based combat is not everyone's cup of tea, it feels really good though IMHO.
    Inventory management can be tedious, or it is just me, since I pick up every junk there is.

    10/10 my favorite game    … Expand
  65. anon_a_mouse
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is the game that restored my faith in the industry. Larian knocked it out of the park, and this truly feels like a game that was created by gamers for gamers. Baldur's Gate 3 is one of the only games I’ve purchased in the last five or so years that I can honestly say was 100% worth the price. With the number of times that studios and publishers have scorned their player bases in theThis is the game that restored my faith in the industry. Larian knocked it out of the park, and this truly feels like a game that was created by gamers for gamers. Baldur's Gate 3 is one of the only games I’ve purchased in the last five or so years that I can honestly say was 100% worth the price. With the number of times that studios and publishers have scorned their player bases in the past five-odd years, Larian has proven once again that they are worthy of their community's trust. My personal GOTY, even if it doesn’t win. I think Baldur’s Gate 3 could even be called the game of the decade. A truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

    Pros:

    -Replayability
    My main concern with a story game was the replay value compared to the cost. With a wide array of classes/races to choose from when creating a custom character as well as 7 Origin characters to explore, you can have drastically different experiences between campaigns. Not only can every single combat encounter play out incredibly differently based on the party composition/class you’ve chosen for a campaign, but the choices you make while interacting with the world, the characters, and the storylines all can influence your experience. Every time I start a new campaign, it feels like playing an entirely new game within the same world.

    -Immersion
    The graphics and the voice acting are absolutely superb and truly help you feel immersed in the world. The soundtrack adds ambiance and depth without being overpowering or seeming artificial. From bustling cities to beautiful forests and spooky dungeons, you truly feel like you’ve stepped out of this world and into an entirely new realm full of places to explore and secrets to uncover. A refreshing escape from the stressors of modern-day life.

    - Compelling characters.
    The companions are well-fleshed out and offer their own interesting stories and quests, as well as offering commentary, advice, and their own unique benefits while traveling around the world. They even chat with one another while you’re exploring the world, which I absolutely adore. The care they put into the companions and even just the NPCs that you find while exploring is absolutely immaculate.

    -Combat
    The three difficulty levels provide a nice range of options for players of all sorts. Explorer mode offers lower stakes but still challenging combat and is comparable to "story mode" on other titles. Tactician mode creates incredibly challenging, high-stakes combat encounters. Balanced is a perfect blend of the two. Regardless of which difficulty level you choose, the way in which you approach combat in this game is limited only by your own creativity. There are nearly infinite combinations of spells, attacks, and items that you can use to drastically change how you approach a fight on any character you choose. Personally, I am a huge fan of the turn-based combat system that BG3 utilizes, though that may not be the case for everyone.

    -No Microtransactions, no seasonal battle passes, no hidden fees. Just a phenomenal, complete game that offers hundreds (if not thousands) of hours of content!

    -Can be played offline in single player
    Multiplayer does require an internet connection, but single-player can be played without.

    Neutrals:

    -Inventory management:
    I am a loot gremlin, I will pick up everything that isn't nailed down. If you are similar, know that inventory management can be a bit of a struggle depending on your class (much more challenging on a gnome sorcerer than a human/half-orc barbarian for example). Your camp chest seems to be limitless storage though, so that helps since vendors have limited funds/stock at any given time!

    -Movement/Camera controls
    They take some getting used to. Familiarizing myself with the key binds and the controls themselves helped immensely. This is neutral for me, rather than a negative, because BG3 does not make me simulation/motion sick like other games with similar controls do!

    Cons:

    -Intermittent lag
    Sometimes I’ll encounter a little bit of lag. It’s normally if I’ve been to a certain area of the map and always stops upon restarting the game after leaving that one area. I don’t find it to be a huge issue, but it could be more annoying for others.    … Expand
  66. Jughevd
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Never even imagined I would like a game like this. I downloaded it just because of the hype et now I can't stop playing
  67. Hwaia
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    A stunning game and one that I really shouldn't like. As someone who immediately steers clear of turn based combat and has never been able to get on with point and click style movement systems, I shouldn't enjoy exploring or combat.... But I really, really do. Being turn based works so well and because there are so many decisions and you aren't flicking through a menu, it feels a littleA stunning game and one that I really shouldn't like. As someone who immediately steers clear of turn based combat and has never been able to get on with point and click style movement systems, I shouldn't enjoy exploring or combat.... But I really, really do. Being turn based works so well and because there are so many decisions and you aren't flicking through a menu, it feels a little more natural? Organic? I'd like it to how ff7 remake technically had turn based combat but it didn't feel like a traditional turn based system. I also don't like heavily narrative driven or dialogue heavy games but pretty much everything is voice acted and the VAs do a fantastic job. Some top, top talent involved and they really do bring the characters to life.

    The detail, characters, writing, sheer number of things to do, find, discover and explore is incredible. I tend to eye roll at games saying "choices have consequences" but I'm running two main save files currently and honestly, both feel like quite different stories and games. Pretty much everything in game has multiple ways of tackling the problem. Do you kill everyone? Talk your way through? Convince others to go and attack? Slip poison into a barrel of ale? Sneak through? Convince them to actually fight on your behalf? There are so many spells, dialogue options and ways to go about things that if you think outside the box and get creative then you can come up with some hilarious and/or genius ways of getting round a fight or area.

    It won't be for absolutely everyone but I would encourage people who aren't traditionally into CRPGs or turn based systems to at least check it out, watch some videos etc because I think a lot of people who think they wouldn't like the game would actually love it. I accept that there will be people who genuinely don't like it but a little bit like how elden ring and game of thrones were enhkhed by people who aren't traditionally into those genres or fantasy etc, I'm positive that there will be a lot of players who, like me, initlaly write it off but after trying it just fall in love with it.

    I've now got over 400 hours in the full game and early access and know I'll comfortably exceed 1000. With Larian confirming mod support, modders will likely do their thing and keep this playable for a decade or more. I'm confident in saying that this will ultimately go down as my favourite single player offline game of all time. It's genuinely superb.    … Expand
  68. blajo
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    Larian did a very good job. One of the best games I've played in my life. Epic adventure, lots of cool and interesting quests. No repeatability. Very colorful and interesting characters with a great story. masterpiece. All studios in the world should learn how to make good games and what people expect. Unfortunately, in these times where it's all about getting money from customers, gamesLarian did a very good job. One of the best games I've played in my life. Epic adventure, lots of cool and interesting quests. No repeatability. Very colorful and interesting characters with a great story. masterpiece. All studios in the world should learn how to make good games and what people expect. Unfortunately, in these times where it's all about getting money from customers, games like BG3 simply don't exist. The game is priced very low for such a huge product that we get in its entirety without any microtransactions. It could easily cost 50-100% more and I would buy it anyway. I hope that Larian will not rest on his laurels and will release as many games as possible. In addition, there is great contact with the community. I would give 11/10 but I can't :)… Expand
  69. papoguapo
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Truly a gem hidden amongside all the crap in this corporate money-hungry industry.
  70. bystanderlexu
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The experience of rolling dice in this work is excellent, not just a simple group running ceremony, but perfectly presents this unique game behavior in the form of video games, this sense of participation, mystery and uncertainty , all built in the vast and fascinating world of Baldur's Gate 3. Larian used their persistence to tell us once again that CRPG is still charming, and what is theThe experience of rolling dice in this work is excellent, not just a simple group running ceremony, but perfectly presents this unique game behavior in the form of video games, this sense of participation, mystery and uncertainty , all built in the vast and fascinating world of Baldur's Gate 3. Larian used their persistence to tell us once again that CRPG is still charming, and what is the true depth and fun of emergent interaction. In my opinion, the massive content and mature design techniques are not the most prominent features of this work. The greatness of CRPG lies in the accumulation and gradual changes step by step, the more ingenious network narrative, and the fighting fun that only increases and does not decrease. It is difficult to guess the development of the world, what kind of identity to participate in, and what kind of world belongs to you, this is what our ideal fantasy world looks like.… Expand
  71. megasin1
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I had a lot of fun running a multiplayer session of bg3 with 2 friends. Probably the best replication of d&d and a very well made narrative on top.

    Shining moments in our campaign were pushing a goblin of the roof to finish an intense combat where they had the high ground the whole fight. Then another moment later where my character was knocked out on the other side of a chasm, but my    I had a lot of fun running a multiplayer session of bg3 with 2 friends. Probably the best replication of d&d and a very well made narrative on top.

    Shining moments in our campaign were pushing a goblin of the roof to finish an intense combat where they had the high ground the whole fight. Then another moment later where my character was knocked out on the other side of a chasm, but my friend used an explosion which launched my body across to where they were so I could be picked up.

    It has been a laugh and I'm always excited for when we can all get online together to finish our campaign.    … Expand
  72. Thiagosimba
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Top 5 dos melhores jogos que já joguei, lindo, empolgante, muito divertido e ainda conseguiram trazer de forma excepcional o estilo RPG de mesa que tanto amo para videogame. Parabéns larian.
  73. kapzzta
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is the best the best game I've ever played.
    That's really all I have to say.
  74. Jistly
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This game reignited my passion for gaming since old school WoW. It even forced me to create account here.
    This is the second time since Hades i actually downloaded the game, played it and decided to buy it on Steam to support the developer.
    This game has occasional bugs, but it is AMAZING.
  75. hiammat
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is the best game ever released in almost a decade. This sets a new standard for RPGs in general, I do not care how developers are stating it is unfair. Good job Larian, you made me fall in love with RPGs again.
  76. DeltaBlaZe77
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The only thing I can compare it to is Dragon Age: Origins. It is the best RPG to be created in over a decade. It has everything you want and everything you didn't even know you wanted. I've excitedly restarted playing several times just to try different types of characters. Uninstall all the other garbage in your library and get this game and be happy for a change. Good Hunting!
  77. TheodorKoz
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Sem duvida, o melhor jogo do ano até então e provavelmente irá ganhar, fácil, o jogo do ano.
  78. Guinarok
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The game is wonderful, it has incredible scenery, very good graphics, and the main thing: an incredible and engaging story, I highly recommend it, it's a great experience!
  79. BoomstikComando
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that should be a foundational starting point for other AAA games going forward. It is so clear that Larian spent their time crafting something they really care about with Baldur's Gate 3 rather than churning something out for an easy buck.
  80. TheHaremKing
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is an amazing example of what video game studios should try to achieve. Great launch, amazing voice acting, superb storytelling, character development, world building, no micro-transactions shoved down your throat and just a company that overall cares and listens to its customers. Larian took their time and created a masterpiece unlike other companies who release half-bakedBaldur's Gate 3 is an amazing example of what video game studios should try to achieve. Great launch, amazing voice acting, superb storytelling, character development, world building, no micro-transactions shoved down your throat and just a company that overall cares and listens to its customers. Larian took their time and created a masterpiece unlike other companies who release half-baked products. This game takes me back to my childhood when I used to play NeverWinter Nights. This has easily become one of my favourite games. Hats off to you Larian, you guys have really outdone yourselves and you truly deserve to win GOTY!… Expand
  81. CapricornLaw
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The wait was worth it. Classic RPG game with great animation, lots of choices, dialogue, romancing. Superv work from Larian.
  82. eduardohm02
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Uma obra prima, apenas comprem e aproveitem a experiência.
    Evite jogar se tiver Q.I baixo.
  83. Zork888
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Baldur's gate 3, ce jeu qui réconcilie le RPG avec le vidéogame. Les personnages sont léchés, tous ont un background hyper intéressant, et les voir évoluer au fil de l'histoire est juste plaisant, sans compter sur les rebondissements ! Graphiquement, pour le peu qu'on ait le matériel adéquat, c'est tout simplement spelndide, les effets sont époustouflants de beauté et on a vraimentBaldur's gate 3, ce jeu qui réconcilie le RPG avec le vidéogame. Les personnages sont léchés, tous ont un background hyper intéressant, et les voir évoluer au fil de l'histoire est juste plaisant, sans compter sur les rebondissements ! Graphiquement, pour le peu qu'on ait le matériel adéquat, c'est tout simplement spelndide, les effets sont époustouflants de beauté et on a vraiment l'impression d'arpenter le monde de BG. Il reste néanmoins quelques petit bugs mais qui seront vite corrigés apparement et qui ne viennet absolument pas gâcher le gameplay (ils sont très rares). Etant fan de JDR sur table, je retoruve vraiment les sensations y afférant. Merci LARIAN, on l'avait révé, vous l'avez fait !!!

    Baldur's gate 3, this game which reconciles the RPG with the video game. The characters are polished, all have a super interesting background, and seeing them evolve over the course of the story is just pleasant, not to mention the twists and turns! Graphically, as long as you have the right equipment, it's simply splendid, the effects are breathtakingly beautiful and you really feel like you're walking through the world of BG. However, there are still a few small bugs but which will apparently be corrected quickly and which absolutely do not spoil the gameplay (they are very rare). Being a fan of tabletop RPGs, I really find the sensations associated with it. Thank you LARIAN, we dreamed it, you did it!!!    … Expand
  84. SinfullyBad
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games released in the past 20 years

    Larian did a great job with this one. They made a game based on the mechanics that they've been refining since Divinity: Original Sin and have integrated everything seamlessly into the D&D universe.

    I won't spoil the story for anyone. What I will say, though, is the fact that the sheer amount of content in Baldur's Gate 3 makes it endlessly re-playable. Every new play-through is different, sometimes due to chance, and other times because your response to a character was slightly different. It's also worth mentioning that the quests can be completed in a variety of ways. Are you tasked with killing someone? I wonder what happens if you just knock out that enemy. Do you have to protect a group of people? Why not work with the enemy and betray them at the last moment?
    Baldur's Gate 3 stays true to the D&D formula, giving players freedom that is limited only by their imagination.

    There are thousands of items to find, customize, buy and sell. Most of them can be used in ways you would not expect. The classes are well-defined and fun to play, the difficulty levels are just right, and the amount of voice acting, lore, and cinematics is somewhat scary, to be honest.

    This is what happens when a studio, regardless if its independent or not, respects player more than they hunger for profit. It's clear that a big chunk of the game's budget went into accounting for almost any and every player choice imaginable. There are slight variations for every decision that players take differently than in previous runs, every character can be killed, evil characters can be knocked out instead of eliminated, there's armor to be found, weapons, potions, scrolls, clothing, and musical instruments.

    And did I mention that just like in tabletop D&D, you can talk to every animal in the game and they all have voice lines? Oh yeah, and you can do the same with most corpses that you can find. Cast a spell, ask them your questions and decide what you want to do with that information.

    The game does have minor bugs, but they're very rare, not game-breaking, and a quick save and reload fixes them. Larian's also constantly releasing patches to fix them.

    Baldur's Gate 3 is a milestone in terms of game development, not because it offers massive amounts of content, but because it is a full, open-world CRPG with no micro-transactions, no always-online requirements, and no auction house. What you see is what you get, in the style of games from the 90s and early 2000s. It is a revival of game development for the sake of art and the players, not shareholders.    … Expand
  85. rdavid369
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    In this day in age, Baldur's Gate 3 is a faith restorer! I can't believe what you get for your money! The game is incredible, in every category.

    The story is incredible! The controls are incredible! The graphics are incredible! The game mechanics are incredible! The freedom in the game is incredible! The replayability is incredible! I honestly can't think of one thing I    In this day in age, Baldur's Gate 3 is a faith restorer! I can't believe what you get for your money! The game is incredible, in every category.

    The story is incredible!
    The controls are incredible!
    The graphics are incredible!
    The game mechanics are incredible!
    The freedom in the game is incredible!
    The replayability is incredible!

    I honestly can't think of one thing I dislike about this game, other than failing my savings throws. The game is well-priced and doesn't ask you to spend a penny more! In this day and age, getting all this, for one low price, is insane!

    The original Knights of the Old Republic has been my all-time favorite game for years now and I am confident that BG3 just bumped it to my #2 spot.

    Awesome work Larian! Well done, gg fellas!    … Expand
  86. Umbra0599
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    It's the most complete game I've ever played in my life, with already 28 hours played I'm still in the first act because no matter where you go there's always something to do, quests, encounters with new characters or secret bosses, secret loot or entire new areas with lots of the previous ones and you FEEL how every desicion you make is premeditated and has a weight in the history. For meIt's the most complete game I've ever played in my life, with already 28 hours played I'm still in the first act because no matter where you go there's always something to do, quests, encounters with new characters or secret bosses, secret loot or entire new areas with lots of the previous ones and you FEEL how every desicion you make is premeditated and has a weight in the history. For me Baldurs Gate 3 deserves more the GOTY than any of the previous games who have earned it.… Expand
  87. Dexperience
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    A true master piece, well performed audio dialogs from every character in the world leads to the game being immersive.
  88. ruthzer
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    150 Horas de juego.
    Es una maldita obra maestra, para mí el goty de este año.
    La libertad creativa que han tenido de hacer este videojuego ha sido tremenda. Los personajes, la libertad que se dan como jugador/jugadora. La cantidad de horas que te da el juego de contenido. La cantidad de cosas que puedes hacer, las variaciones de finales y sobretodo de partidas. El simple hecho que tu    150 Horas de juego.
    Es una maldita obra maestra, para mí el goty de este año.
    La libertad creativa que han tenido de hacer este videojuego ha sido tremenda.
    Los personajes, la libertad que se dan como jugador/jugadora.
    La cantidad de horas que te da el juego de contenido.

    La cantidad de cosas que puedes hacer, las variaciones de finales y sobretodo de partidas.
    El simple hecho que tu amigo pueda tener una partida completamente distinta a la tuya.
    Demuestra lo que es este juegazo.

    No me canso de jugarlo, es simplemente brutal.
    Y a pesar de todas las horas.
    Me quedo vacío, pero por qué? Por qué no siento que haya explorado todo el juego.
    Este juego debe de tener muchos cientos de horas de contenido.

    La historia a pesar de ser lo importante, queda a segundo plano con su mundo hecho con cariño notable.

    Terminas haciendo la trama principal y la dejas a segundo plano haciendo secundarias del videojuego.
    Demuestra la calidad del producto.

    La banda sonora es extremadamente buena y se nota que le dieron mucho mimo al ponerla en el juego, me recuerda a death stranding en ese aspecto, siempre cuadra cuando debe la música.


    Recomiendo comprar este juego encarecidamente.

    Fanboys de Zelda, alejaos de metacritic.    … Expand
  89. Zaste
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Bastante liberdade para escolhas, combate com bastante opções de abordagem e personagens interessantes. Gostaria de expansões iguais as de Neverwinter nights
  90. ricticci4
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Never played anything like this before. Never been near to the D&D's world, but BG3 still captured me and let me fell in love with him after just few minutes. Must play.
  91. ratratgirl
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    legit one of the best rpgs i’ve played. the amount of freedom in what you can do is great and the story is a fun classic style dnd and baldurs gate tale
  92. Sora333xp
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    one of the best rpgs of the decade, really next generation absurd graphics, endless possibilities, several outstanding characters epic soundtrack just for me one of the strong contenders for the game awards
  93. regret1015
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    the best RPG this decade larian really outdid themselves
    great gameplay ,excellent graphics , compelling narrative , loveable characters.
  94. polomint
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The new platinum standard for all future RPGs.

    Feature complete game like it should be. Haven't truly enjoyed an RPG like this in years
  95. BradwiseBeats
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Thoroughly blown away by this game. Haven't had a gaming experience like this in a long time.
  96. TheSatanist
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Amazing game with an amazing delivery of story, combat and excitment. Besides the fact this feels like the first "complete", non predatory (with **** DLCs, MT and cut-content) game in ages, it's just super fun to play. Every step through the story feels rewarding, the cutscenes are well written and playing the game in a group of friends or with your partner scales up the fun even more.
  97. MaiconPZ
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Just the fact that other developers are uncomfortable with the game says a lot. Thanks larian.
  98. wsheath99
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Every few years is a game that completely captures me, and this is the first one in quite some time.
  99. ilovemydoggir
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    bro this game is goated if it doesnt win GOTY then that **** rigged literally been out 2 weeks and ive put over 100 hours in the game if that doesnt scream buy it its worth it idk what does
  100. ian15
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Bão
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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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