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  1. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This is just perfect. The GOTY by far, but it's by far more than a simple GOTY. It's perfection. I dont think you can play it, and be like "meh, it's ok", it will for sure surprise you and you will want to play it for 12 hours straight. Astonishing, beautiful
  2. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Perfection. An absolute gem overall. A very polished game. Amazing depth of character for all NPCs.
  3. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    If this Masterpiece is not getting Goty 2023 we live in a cursed timeline !
  4. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Gioco stupendo molto bello graficamente e artisticamente,il conparto rpg è meraviglioso, esplorare il mondo di gioco è molto gratificante ogni npc che trovi in game puo dirti cose interessanti o sorprenderti con opzioni di dialogo e rende il mondo di gioco uno dei piu credibili. Si percepisce tutto l'amore che gli sviluppatori ci hanno messo nello sviluppo. Super consigliato
  5. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Such a refreshing game. In a world of fomo, micro-transactions, and exploitation, BG3 feels like what gaming should be; an adventurous journey where you experience and shape the story the way you want it to be told.
  6. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Boy, oh Boy what a game! I played the Divinity series and that was mind blowing.. but this just takes it up a notch...no actually a full feet! Started first playthrough while doing a LAN party and it was so much fun... Now doing a separate one with my friend and we are just cruising enjoying different paths that the game has to offer.

    Sure there are some bugs that can be annoying at
    Boy, oh Boy what a game! I played the Divinity series and that was mind blowing.. but this just takes it up a notch...no actually a full feet! Started first playthrough while doing a LAN party and it was so much fun... Now doing a separate one with my friend and we are just cruising enjoying different paths that the game has to offer.

    Sure there are some bugs that can be annoying at some times, but the fact that this studio made a game purely for gamers not for their own greed(micro-transactions, battle passes) deserves a 10. I already can't wait for my third or fourth playthrough. Well done Larian! May you never stop making great games!
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  7. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Ao meu ver, já é GOTY. Creio que nenhum outro lançamento desse ano irá proporcionar uma experiência tão incrível quanto essa. Larian tá de parabéns.
  8. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played in a very long time. Possibly the best game I've ever played.
  9. Aug 6, 2023
    10
    New King has arriverd finally Fallout 2 is on 2nd place in my top game ever.
  10. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    It's like we are living the golden age of RPG's. Great game with versatility and fun gameplay.
  11. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The best game I had play so far. You have liberty to do anything you want, and any action have a reaction. Have romance, combat, history, graphics, build's.
    Also, you can your persona from D&D to the game. I fully recommend.
  12. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Finally an RPG that is worthy of the title. GOTY for me. After the disappointment of Diablo IV it is good to get an amazing single player experience from an amazing game. No monetization or live service aspects which is how I want games to be.
  13. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Best RPG I've ever played in some time, Baldurs gate is consuming my soul, send help
  14. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Great game. The studio behind this masterpiece had time, budget, and talent to make this colossal piece work. But they made it work, really well in fact. Everything is reactive to what I do, who my character is, and most importantly they made custom origins much more appealing option. Im not bogged down by the fact if I dont play them I loose the cool story like DOS2, and Im not just aGreat game. The studio behind this masterpiece had time, budget, and talent to make this colossal piece work. But they made it work, really well in fact. Everything is reactive to what I do, who my character is, and most importantly they made custom origins much more appealing option. Im not bogged down by the fact if I dont play them I loose the cool story like DOS2, and Im not just a blank slate. I have plenty of background, race, and class options that make the world feel alive. Expand
  15. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Best game I have ever played. As a life long gamer this is the first time I have gotten the true Awe and excitement that I got from amazing games as a child. Truly a master piece.
  16. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This will go down as an all time great of the century no micro transactions , no paywalls , no advertising, no game passes , no level cap or levels behind paywalls , straight 100% game fully complete .. the gameplay mechanics, the story , 17000 branching endings , over 300 hours of voice acting and story , and cinematic videos . Absolutely insane . You have game devs and people who loveThis will go down as an all time great of the century no micro transactions , no paywalls , no advertising, no game passes , no level cap or levels behind paywalls , straight 100% game fully complete .. the gameplay mechanics, the story , 17000 branching endings , over 300 hours of voice acting and story , and cinematic videos . Absolutely insane . You have game devs and people who love micro transactions review bombing the game so they don’t feel stupid for paying for game passes and micro transactions . You know who you people are you clowns Expand
  17. Aug 10, 2023
    8
    Pretty cool game with plenty of options and pleasant gameplay. I haven't played Divinity and cannot compare to previous developer's projects but Baldur's Gate 3 is a quality one that was done by really talented people.

    - Graphic: it is great, everything looks awesome and I cannot tell anything bad about it. The locations are detailed and the game is plenty of cool views. During the
    Pretty cool game with plenty of options and pleasant gameplay. I haven't played Divinity and cannot compare to previous developer's projects but Baldur's Gate 3 is a quality one that was done by really talented people.

    - Graphic: it is great, everything looks awesome and I cannot tell anything bad about it. The locations are detailed and the game is plenty of cool views. During the whole game (completed 2 acts so far) developers managed to convey the right picture of locations and it makes you fill right atmosphere at the right place.

    - Gameplay: it offers you pretty decent turn-based strategy gameplay, it is not that easy and makes you think and manage your characters properly. You have no tank or healer? Well, you will suffer. But the game aways give you an option to change your party, hire some random mercenaries or simply change your own class or your companions class. There are multiple ways to fight your enemies, burn, freeze them or just push off the cliff or they will do the same to you.

    - Storyline: Haven't finished the game completely but 2 acts give you the full picture of what is going on and what will be your final goal (although it is possible to finish the game in act 2, but no spoilers here). Common thing, you fight the evil forces that want to destroy the whole world.
    Each companions also has their own story that you will reveal during the game and will help to choose their destiny... or just ignore and let them deal with their problems on their own, it is up to you. Still, everyone has their secrets and you are up to discover them, maybe by noticing them doing something weird, like biting you at night?

    - Optimization: it is worth to talk about optimization and bugs. Larian Studios polished completely act 1 and you will not face any difficulties playing this part of the game. But starting from act 2 you will face bugs, glitches and stutters that are not that pleasant when you want to have a smooth gameplay. Talked to one of the NPCs and your interface is gone, opened a chest and you cannot open anymore and so on. They happen not always but you will experience it from time to time. Big cities - oh, it is better to kill everyone there to boost your fps.. like I am serious... it helps to get more fps.

    In general I liked the game and will put 8 our of 10 (-2 points for optimization but developers work on it and I hope it will improve in the future). I have completed 2 acts in about 40 hours so far and I would like to complete the game at least twice. There are so many options to do in the game and I would like to see other solutions and what it will bring to me. Also I want to check Dark Urge character and how it will be different from the original storyline.

    So, it is a game definitely worth buying and playing no matter which platform you use.
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  18. Aug 10, 2023
    7
    Gioco fantastico ma che ha alcuni difetti. Innanzitutto la presenza di alcuni bug in gioco durante le battaglie (non cambia turno tra un personaggio e l'altro e si rimane bloccati, costringendo a ricaricare), inoltre ho riscontrato parecchi crash del gioco che ne minano l'esperienza
  19. Aug 10, 2023
    5
    I just finished the game after 30-40 hours spent with it. I was really enjoying it and I was ready to give BG3 the highest score possible but the ending really soured it for me. I really don't like how there always seems to be a way out of every situation imaginable but in the end you have to just sit and watch your companion die. Also why can't you keep playing after the final boss isI just finished the game after 30-40 hours spent with it. I was really enjoying it and I was ready to give BG3 the highest score possible but the ending really soured it for me. I really don't like how there always seems to be a way out of every situation imaginable but in the end you have to just sit and watch your companion die. Also why can't you keep playing after the final boss is dead? Straight to credits then all you can do is load a save. I was looking forward to completing all the side quests and finding all the secrets but now I won't. 5/10 Expand
  20. Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Good game, fun D&D experience, heavily influenced by DOS2.

    9/10 instead of 10/10 for pretty much two reasons: 1. The customization leaves much to be desired. Options are pre-set and very limited. 2. In my experience, the visuals when loading (especially in really hectic cutscenes) are buggy, I imagine turning down the graphics would make this easier but I have seen this issue enough
    Good game, fun D&D experience, heavily influenced by DOS2.

    9/10 instead of 10/10 for pretty much two reasons:
    1. The customization leaves much to be desired. Options are pre-set and very limited.
    2. In my experience, the visuals when loading (especially in really hectic cutscenes) are buggy, I imagine turning down the graphics would make this easier but I have seen this issue enough that I think the game is just not fully optimized yet.

    Overall the game allows for some creative solutions to problems and is a very fun experience. It's good, worth a shot for D&D fans that like turn based RPGs.
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  21. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Truly a masterpiece from Larian Studios! Huge world, true to D&D tabletop game, fabulous narrative and a fun combat system. Best game ever
  22. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Picked this up back in October of '20, and have never looked back since. Three years of picking over Act 1 in Early Access and we never once got bored or disinterested, every new patch was a reason to try another run through. The full release of the game is absolutely otherworldly - playing another game at the moment feels like a waste! Never has a game managed to enthral and entertain mePicked this up back in October of '20, and have never looked back since. Three years of picking over Act 1 in Early Access and we never once got bored or disinterested, every new patch was a reason to try another run through. The full release of the game is absolutely otherworldly - playing another game at the moment feels like a waste! Never has a game managed to enthral and entertain me as much as this one has. The potential for replay-ability is crazy, player agency is almost limitless, and the diverse cast of characters extremely lovable and hate-able in their own rights. All the hype, praise, and attention BG3 is receiving is thoroughly and rightfully deserved.

    I had a feeling this was going to become my favourite game of all time three years ago, I'm so glad Larian has proven me right.
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  23. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Larian really outdid themselves with Baldur's Gate 3, the amount of freedom you have is incredible. This game truly lets you think outside of the box and do so many rediculous things, it's so much fun. We need more studios to create masterpieces like this, the writing, gameplay, music, it's all so so good.
  24. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    When a game makes you stand up from your chair and walk off what just happened. Absolute masterpiece. Can't wait what Larian does next.
  25. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Amazing game all around, highly recommend. A perfect opening for new dnd players
  26. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Larian does it again. Another game, another masterpiece.
    The world is amazing, the characters and their stories are amazing, beautiful animations, goated narrative.
    And finally an AAA that is worth the cost and you don´t pay for a broken game You can clearly see why AAA devs were throwing trash at this game, they were scared of his success and his optimization. Best RPG in the history
    Larian does it again. Another game, another masterpiece.
    The world is amazing, the characters and their stories are amazing, beautiful animations, goated narrative.
    And finally an AAA that is worth the cost and you don´t pay for a broken game
    You can clearly see why AAA devs were throwing trash at this game, they were scared of his success and his optimization.
    Best RPG in the history of gaming. And clearly Game of the Year
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  27. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Been playing PC games since the Baldur's gate 1 era. I've poured thousands of hours into BG1, BG2, Icewind dale series, NWN and DA:O. Since those days I've gradually come to accept that I would never experience something of that scope and passion again, that is, until BG3. This game just succeeds on every level and my old ass is hooked like it's never been before, save for when IBeen playing PC games since the Baldur's gate 1 era. I've poured thousands of hours into BG1, BG2, Icewind dale series, NWN and DA:O. Since those days I've gradually come to accept that I would never experience something of that scope and passion again, that is, until BG3. This game just succeeds on every level and my old ass is hooked like it's never been before, save for when I discovered BG2.
    This is the most faithful successor anyone could have hoped for.
    The graphics are great, the world building is jaw-dropping, your companions are just so, so well written and full of life and the voice overs take them to a level unrivalled by whatever else is out there.
    Just reached act 3 with this strange feeling that the game should've been over by now, since the ending of Act II was so epic. I had to remind myself repeatedly that this was only the halfway point.
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  28. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    In a nutshell: phenomenal game that brings me back to the good old times of gaming
  29. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Best game. The best RPG. The best tactic. From the best devteam. From the best game designer. With the best sound and music design.
  30. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Mejor juego del año, GOTY 2023, por lejos mejor que el zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzelda
  31. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Good game. All the right changes since early access.

    Please make an arpg, the Blizzard that was once loved by gamers is long gone. We need someone to come and take their place. Diablo 4 sucks and Larian could surely do far better based on it's track record.
  32. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The rating is first and foremost for the Negative reviews. They are too entertaining.

    The 20+ hrs I spent in act 1 were amazing though so I expect it keep it up. I'm in a addiction and games that get me into addiction I rate a 10. Easy as that.
  33. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    BEST Game of 2023 for PC. Perhaps best game of tenth anniversary for PC. Thank you Larian from all fans of DnD, Baldur's Gate series and CRPG fans! BRAVO!
  34. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Não tenho muito o que falar, quadriplicaram o conteúdo que Divinity tinha e ainda aumentaram muito a liberdade de escolhas de diálogos, rotas de história e exploração no jogo, a geração estava saturada de lançamentos ruins, mas agora eu tenho certeza, que esse jogo vai ser referência daqui pra frente e muitos jogos vão imitar. Jogo da década com certeza.
  35. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The game provides some feature, we thought are lost to this day. A complete experience without paying extra for story-related stuff, interesting characters with a deep story and a high-fantasy world, that every RPG-gamer wanted. If you want a game to enjoy even for months and replaying it and get every time new stories, this is it.
    Larian deserves this huge support! GO BUY IT!
  36. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played this year so far, and I doubt anything will beat it.
    It truly makes you feel like you are in an adventure and where your decisions really matters.
    There's always multiple ways to solve different situations. Be creative and try crazy things. An approach which might seem like will end in a "Game Over" screen might end in a different road to continue with the story.
    Best game I've played this year so far, and I doubt anything will beat it.
    It truly makes you feel like you are in an adventure and where your decisions really matters.
    There's always multiple ways to solve different situations. Be creative and try crazy things. An approach which might seem like will end in a "Game Over" screen might end in a different road to continue with the story.

    If you like Fantasy books, films, board games... You'll like this.
    Take into account this is a turn based game, in case you don't like turn based games it might not be for you.
    The difficulty in Normal mode seems very well calculated, there is no auto-scaling for enemies and it can cause a situation where you have to avoid a combat and come back later with a level or two higher. Or.... solve the situation without fighting, which some times is a viable option.

    Solid graphics, amazing narrative and interesting characters.
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  37. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I cannot stop playing, such an amazing experience. Definitely one of the best games I've ever played.
  38. Aug 10, 2023
    9
    I made an account just to review this near perfect game. Best game I have played in years. The sheer scope, the RP, the characters, the story, the depth. It is actually so good. I've never played any BG games, nor the Divinity games and I don't like turn based games, but I'm having a blast playing this game and I cant seem to stop playing. The only reason I took out a point is because ofI made an account just to review this near perfect game. Best game I have played in years. The sheer scope, the RP, the characters, the story, the depth. It is actually so good. I've never played any BG games, nor the Divinity games and I don't like turn based games, but I'm having a blast playing this game and I cant seem to stop playing. The only reason I took out a point is because of the camera controls sometimes being really annoying and a couple of bugs. Other than that, the game is absolutely incredible. Expand
  39. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I'm constantly amazed by what this game offers. The amount of work and attention that went in developing the game is astonishing!
  40. Aug 10, 2023
    1
    The hype of this game its crazy and for what ? A turn based 5E game with garbage writing, companions who are so annoying you want to just throw them off a cliff, but then you remember you're going to lose so much content, so many characters are into the protagonist, i get it, s34x sell, romances who were written by twitter users. "You can play naked, look at him go naked" yeah, funnyThe hype of this game its crazy and for what ? A turn based 5E game with garbage writing, companions who are so annoying you want to just throw them off a cliff, but then you remember you're going to lose so much content, so many characters are into the protagonist, i get it, s34x sell, romances who were written by twitter users. "You can play naked, look at him go naked" yeah, funny jokes, i heard them in high school
    What a man can say, an insult to the old games, doesn't deserve the name "Baldur's Gate"
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  41. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    From dialogues to graphics presentation is really strong in ths game, makes you want to play it non stop for hours characters are so likable that makes me wish that the party size to be more than 4.
  42. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    A spellbinding and enchanting entry in to the widely acclaimed Baldur's Gate series. 23 years after BG2, Larian has managed to make a game that built on the original RPG elements, while bringing forth high quality graphics, character depth, an imaginative narrative, and player choice to the forefront. An instant classic that has raised the bar for all past and future cRPG games.
  43. Aug 10, 2023
    8
    First of all, I must say that it's an amazing game. Everything it does, it does well. Deep gameplay mechanics, memorable characters, great graphics. But, what's the big "but"? Perhaps too much hype. I've read many times that it's the best game of the year, maybe even in history. Is it so? Definitely not. Is it among the best? Absolutely, yes. I don't find that the game brings anything new;First of all, I must say that it's an amazing game. Everything it does, it does well. Deep gameplay mechanics, memorable characters, great graphics. But, what's the big "but"? Perhaps too much hype. I've read many times that it's the best game of the year, maybe even in history. Is it so? Definitely not. Is it among the best? Absolutely, yes. I don't find that the game brings anything new; there's nothing in it that I haven't seen before, for instance, in Dragon Age: Origins. What Larian has done well is precisely that—doing everything well, but in my opinion, they've taken very few risks. Expand
  44. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    It’s the best Rollplay game that I ever played 10/10. I can highly recommend it to everyone who loves playing a different character.
  45. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Beter than any game I have played in years
    Beter than any game I have played in years
  46. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Baldur's gate 3 is a complete masterpiece, Larian has done it again with a fantastic game where your choices actually matter, its not just good choice or bad choice. awesome character and world design. combat is amazing
  47. Aug 10, 2023
    8
    First of all, it's a game that I launch up everyday after work. Not because I feel like I have to or that there's nothing else to play but because I want to and to me that means a lot.

    It's not perfect, I was pretty overwhelmed by how much reading there was when creating my character and selecting skills so I sped through it and as a result struggled a lot in the early early game
    First of all, it's a game that I launch up everyday after work. Not because I feel like I have to or that there's nothing else to play but because I want to and to me that means a lot.

    It's not perfect, I was pretty overwhelmed by how much reading there was when creating my character and selecting skills so I sped through it and as a result struggled a lot in the early early game (fighting twice as many monsters as I have companions and them dealing twice as much dmg was pretty frustrating ngl). My characters are now level 4 and I feel a lot stronger and my understanding of spells has improved. Maybe more guidance at the start would be helpful or a slower introduction to mechanics.

    As for the story telling and story mechanics it feels great. One of the first story games that I've actually listened to the story in. I'm not sure yet how much weight my decisions carry, but it seems like a lot which is impressive.

    I'm using different companions to do the things that they're good at. Rather than having a single overpowered character that does everything and 3 stat sticks following it around. Everything has meaning and it doesn't feel forced.

    Great job Larian Studios o7
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  48. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This Game deserves 10 points, it's a statement for what is possible. You find bugs, but you don't care if the game prove's to be excellent. You will enjoy the epic story and music, don't miss your chance.
  49. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I've been waiting for a truly good cRPG since Divinity: Original Sin 2. Giving the Baldur's Gate 3 license to the same studio was the best option. BG3 is amazing and the freedom and versatility has no ends. There are so many details and fun mechanics that you just need to do reruns to try it all out. This will be my top game for quite a few months and may not see an equal for quite a few years.
  50. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This is actually probably the greatest game I’ve ever played. There’s so much do do and it feels so complete. This is what I think I’ve always wanted out of a game my entire life. Would highly recommend everyone give it a shot.
  51. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Awesome game! Thanks for fantastic journey, Larian.
    We need just such games.
  52. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The best RPG of the decade.
    Very creative game design, missions, upgrades, and so on. You companions and all npcs are interesting, there's a surprise in every corner of the world. Addictive and challenge!
    A solid 10/10.
  53. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    For people who is in love with this type of games there is no excuse to not buy it, especially from guys like Larian. If you are never played something like this before, feel free to start from this one or from its little brother(Divinity Original Sin 2).

    Even though game is not quite polished yet, its still worth of trying out. Words cannot describe how good this game truly is. Imagine
    For people who is in love with this type of games there is no excuse to not buy it, especially from guys like Larian. If you are never played something like this before, feel free to start from this one or from its little brother(Divinity Original Sin 2).

    Even though game is not quite polished yet, its still worth of trying out. Words cannot describe how good this game truly is. Imagine Elden Ring but with 10 times more replay-ability and variety of gaming experience.

    Anybody who's saying that its boring probably just boring by them selves because the game is giving you too many options how to go through it, and some of them you wouldn't even consider of. It doesn't requires you to know the rules of D&d or anything like it.

    Worth of trying out.
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  54. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    A week into playing the game and it has tied Fallout New Vegas as one of my favorite games of all time, this is the type of quality of game I expect from every big budget AAA, and AA studios to make and will hold them to. It is sad that almost all AAA games nowadays don’t even come CLOSE to reaching how good a game this one that Larian made here is.
  55. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    best game in my life by far just cant understand how ppl put 0 i mean yes i understand nintendo fans are a bit weirds and so need do review bombin cuz if their fab game isnt the best they just cry but really this game is the best byyyyyy farrrrr
  56. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Magnificent, absolutely ridicolous number of options and possibilities in this game. Dont even get me started on dialogues and character in party interacctions Expand
  57. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    A new milestone for crpg games. Everything Is top notch:characters, quests, choices, worldsetting, itemization... What to Say: bravo Larian Studios, you really nailed It!
  58. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Normalde bu türe pek alışık biri değilim ve oyun listemde yok. Ama
    BALDUR'S GATE 3'in böylesine güzel bir tarz yaratması ve her açıdan güzel olduğu yetmezmiş gibi oyuna Türkçe dil desteği getirmesi beni çok mutlu etti. Teşekkürler Larian Studios
  59. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    RPG na sua pura e real essencia ...Larian mostrando que pode sim fazer um jogo com qualidade e de conteudo ....Jogo tem todos os aspectos pra manter o jogador por horas e horas interessados, com uma historia relativamente simples de ser entendida mas com muito conteudo em volta surpresa pra descobrir e se surpreender...mundo rico de interacoes e desafios ...personagens com sua propriaRPG na sua pura e real essencia ...Larian mostrando que pode sim fazer um jogo com qualidade e de conteudo ....Jogo tem todos os aspectos pra manter o jogador por horas e horas interessados, com uma historia relativamente simples de ser entendida mas com muito conteudo em volta surpresa pra descobrir e se surpreender...mundo rico de interacoes e desafios ...personagens com sua propria personalidade e cativantes...com certeza um dos melhores jogos de RPG da historia ...Obrigado Larian e Wizards por essa Obra prima ...poderia falar muito...mas nada resume melhor que ``Obra prima da historia dos games`` merece o lugar juntos com as outras obras. Expand
  60. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Monument of the genre. I'm 75 hours and I guess I'm not even halfway done with my first playthrough. And yet I'm already looking forward to starting a new playthrough, to see what other choices might have led to
  61. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Baldurs gate is an amazing RPG that embody's what and RPG should look like, amazing story, great combat and no microtransactions to break emersion
  62. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This is the best game this year so far. Good Old RPG brought back to life in a new and better form. Gameplay is easy and smooth not mentioning that it will grab you and suck you up for many hours before you notice the passing of time. NPc characters are well designed and have personality. This should be new standard for at least RPG games.
  63. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I'm still in Act 1 after playing round about 30 hours and that game gave me more joy than everything I've played so far.. Not a single second I felt like I'd wanna take a break or something. If my biological hollow would not keep me from doing so, I would play that game to the end in one session.. And then start over.
  64. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Flawless CRPG - Enormous Interactive map, really focus on RP aspect, great characters which all of them are voice acted and have strong personalities, truthfull D&D mechanics and the combat stimulates creativity.

    It feels like a dream to have a game like this; you"re rewarded for exploring, since everywhered every corner you go to you're likely to find something new. Every npc has a story
    Flawless CRPG - Enormous Interactive map, really focus on RP aspect, great characters which all of them are voice acted and have strong personalities, truthfull D&D mechanics and the combat stimulates creativity.

    It feels like a dream to have a game like this; you"re rewarded for exploring, since everywhered every corner you go to you're likely to find something new. Every npc has a story to tell, as well as the scenario.
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  65. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Last time I played any CRPG was when Planescape:Torment and Icewind Dale/Neverwinter Nights were the best RPGs you could play on the PC.

    Fast forward to the 2023 and the Baldur's Gate 3 returned me to those days. Every aspect of the game is thought through, possibilities are endless, enviroment can work for or against you, characters are beautifully voiced over and the story is nothing
    Last time I played any CRPG was when Planescape:Torment and Icewind Dale/Neverwinter Nights were the best RPGs you could play on the PC.

    Fast forward to the 2023 and the Baldur's Gate 3 returned me to those days. Every aspect of the game is thought through, possibilities are endless, enviroment can work for or against you, characters are beautifully voiced over and the story is nothing short of perfection.
    Anything you point at is top notch, no microtransactions, no monetization after your purchase, no bending to the current "game industry" standards.

    As small as Larian studio is, they provided new standard. And every game from AAA studios will be compared to Baldur's Gate until something even greater is created.
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  66. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The new pinnacle of western role-playing. Every aspect of the role-playing game, every approach, every conversation sets new heights in its genre.
    Apart from a revisable camera handling and a map approach that can certainly be improved, this game is a must-have experience for all lovers of the genre and beyond.
  67. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    After nearly 40 hours in and not even putting a dent in the game this is a true testament to what a Single Player game should be. It's hard to say anything without spoiling this marvel in modern gaming.

    The only negative thing I could possibly say is that it's a shame that this is the exception and not the norm in the gaming industry and there are even attacking the game and studio
    After nearly 40 hours in and not even putting a dent in the game this is a true testament to what a Single Player game should be. It's hard to say anything without spoiling this marvel in modern gaming.

    The only negative thing I could possibly say is that it's a shame that this is the exception and not the norm in the gaming industry and there are even attacking the game and studio because of the quality and scope of what they have delivered.
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  68. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Great game. The game has so many option its insane. This gonna be a victory landslide for GOTY.
  69. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    For me, best game since fixed, GOTY version Witcher 3. Would recommend for any fantasy genre fan.
  70. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    From the graphics to the story to the characters depth this game is AWESOME in every way!
    Thank you Larian for this masterpiece!
  71. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This game is so good I remember how playing Baldur's Gate 2 on release felt like.
  72. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This game absolutely blew me away, I've been itching to try out Dungeons and Dragons for a long time, never had the chance to (Time, groups, obligations, etc.) So I saw Baldur's Gate 3 release into Early Access a while ago and bought it going in blind. I sunk around 25 hours into the early access and decided, after completing it, I should wait to play more until the full release. I made myThis game absolutely blew me away, I've been itching to try out Dungeons and Dragons for a long time, never had the chance to (Time, groups, obligations, etc.) So I saw Baldur's Gate 3 release into Early Access a while ago and bought it going in blind. I sunk around 25 hours into the early access and decided, after completing it, I should wait to play more until the full release. I made my account just to rave about the game and how much fun I've been having since day one.

    Not only was I excited for the final release date to be set but Larian even pushed it forward almost an entire month!

    I have never been so enthralled by a game before.

    I have never been one to care too much about the fine details in lore and story, but this game is a completely different story. There is so much to learn about every character and the characters are tied together and it makes me want to exhaust their dialogue and explore how they interact with one another. The world is rich with story and developments and your actions DO matter and change how even side stories unfold.

    At this point in time I've put around 60-65 hours into the game and I only want more. There is something in every corner, there's a ton of class combinations to explore, and playing of tactician difficulty makes me really think and synergize my party together. I am playing a no-reload decision playthrough (I will obviously reload for deaths as I would have had to do the beginning at least 25 times by now) and I am loving it, every mistake, every decision, every action has meaning and I'm curious to see how it will end for me.

    This game is very thorough, the developers, Larian, are clearly people who love games and love D&D, and you don't need to know anything about D&D to play the game. Debuffs, Buffs, environmental effects, dice roll modifiers, etc. is all explained ad easy to digest.

    There's no microtransactions, no pay to win, no battle pass, etc. The game is a COMPLETE experience out of the box. Larian has truly outdone themselves, and proved that the real thing you need to make a good game is passion, dedication, and a willingness to listen. I'm looking forward to seeing what's next in my playthrough and already excited to start my next as a multiclass something-or-other. Simply amazing.
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  73. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I have not been too much into D&D and it's world before, even though I like fantasy. Initially I also thought the turn based combat is a huge turn off, as I'm not a fan of that gameplay design either. However, watching videos of the early access combat and larians approach to a world building and reactivity within that world is something my heart longed for since the Fallout series. YouI have not been too much into D&D and it's world before, even though I like fantasy. Initially I also thought the turn based combat is a huge turn off, as I'm not a fan of that gameplay design either. However, watching videos of the early access combat and larians approach to a world building and reactivity within that world is something my heart longed for since the Fallout series. You are rewarded for paying attention in both lore and the story itself, your choices carry an immense amount of importance to how the story proceeds. Additional voiced cutscenes with dialogue based on as smth as a little tiny note in a secluded hidden area? insane, there is filled to the brim with things you can miss and this is OK, even better to find something new on a new character! This game is packed with so much stuff and the replayability if you missed something or wanted to try a different approach to quests is insane. The combat is super fun, no fight is the same and scales nicely based on the diffculty, I've tried all of them with seperate playthrough I've started. The companions all have unique personalites and have great stories with all of them feeling like actual people with conviction and ideals. And still they are developing over time, making them do thing different then they would gives them a perspective and they change their ways quite drastically.

    There is so much more to say, but it all boils down to: This game is unique and we will not see in this decade. It opened a whole new world to me that me and my friends are excited to delve in to and Larian should be proud of this beautiful masterpiece they have created. Finally a studio that understands what people want; Because they are just creating a game THEY would want to play. Thank you so much, Larian.
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  74. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Great writing, acting - the scale is enourmous. Hopefully å platform for more in the future
  75. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I played similar games like Divinity 2, but wasn't a huge fan of the gameplay, as I am not into turn based games usually.

    However, baldur gate blew me away, while my expectations were low. The story and the way it paths out is simply amazing. Talking about it with friends, our experiences are vastly different and it is fun to hear how our storyline has changed between us. I don't
    I played similar games like Divinity 2, but wasn't a huge fan of the gameplay, as I am not into turn based games usually.

    However, baldur gate blew me away, while my expectations were low. The story and the way it paths out is simply amazing. Talking about it with friends, our experiences are vastly different and it is fun to hear how our storyline has changed between us.

    I don't think i've enjoyed played a game so much since I first started World of Warcraft. I highly recommend giving it a try, even if you don't like turn based games.
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  76. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Solo or with friends, this game is a must have. We will playing BG3 for years !!
  77. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Here to balance out all the dumbos who rate it 0/10 because its too hyped or other stupid reasons since I respect the game and the developers and the game deserves to be rated highly.
  78. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    It's just great! Thanks Larian! I would never have thought that a turn-based game could be so enticing, but it is! I can't tear myself away from it, every evening I sit for hours in this game! And every day I discover something new for myself in this game! I don't think even Starfield can take my attention away from Baldur's Gate. Definitely - this is my game for the next few years, whichIt's just great! Thanks Larian! I would never have thought that a turn-based game could be so enticing, but it is! I can't tear myself away from it, every evening I sit for hours in this game! And every day I discover something new for myself in this game! I don't think even Starfield can take my attention away from Baldur's Gate. Definitely - this is my game for the next few years, which I will replay more than once. I want to see it all! Expand
  79. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Amazing game from an amazing company that truly understand what people want and didn't put and kind of microtransactions in the game, please learn from them.
  80. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Years of RPG was enough to satiate our hunger. The most beautiful RPG game ever made after The Witcher 3. Congratulations and thanks for the Turkish language option Larian!
  81. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Definitely a video game that revolutionizes the genre not only of RPG but of how a game should be and should be created.
  82. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    so good rpg, i can play it all time and everywhere, ehehe, not bad larian, not bad
  83. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Bought game, havnt played giving score of 10 for what it is, and also to balance the stupid 0 review's who probably dont own the game.
  84. Aug 10, 2023
    9
    The game is so good my only real complaint is that it will end at some point. There are some minor issues and bugs, but nothing that sours the experience. Just a quality game with a lot of love and care put into it. I'm 60 hours in still not finished so hesitant to give it a 10 just yet, but it's very much looking like a game that perfectly executes on it's promises.
  85. Aug 9, 2023
    10
    To cancel out the unjustified bad scores. The game is amazing, the music, the story, everything is voiced, talking to animals is really fun, the personalities of your companions, talking to dead people and getting informations that way. i adore it.

    YOU CAN DUAL-WIELD SALAMI
  86. Aug 10, 2023
    8
    I didn't consider Divinity a good game for four reasons: mediocre characters, bland writing, bad world building, flawed combat system.

    Good news is a lot of the flaws are alleviated here. The combat system is now merely D&D5e. That has its pros and cons (I'm not a fan of dice rolls in general) but its considerably better than Divinity. Larian still has given quite a bit of freedom in
    I didn't consider Divinity a good game for four reasons: mediocre characters, bland writing, bad world building, flawed combat system.

    Good news is a lot of the flaws are alleviated here. The combat system is now merely D&D5e. That has its pros and cons (I'm not a fan of dice rolls in general) but its considerably better than Divinity. Larian still has given quite a bit of freedom in the combat with all the barrels and stuff but its harder to break. The worldbuilding is also just Forgotten Realms. Once again, pros and cons. The world is kind of generic high fantasy but its a lot richer than Divinity.

    On top of that, the game has a much higher production value. The art style and the vistas are exceptional.

    That said, there's a lot more of Divinity's DNA here than Baldurs Gate 2. For instance, the game follows a somewhat linear act structure rather than giving the player total freedom like in BG2. The acts provide quite a bit of ways to tackle the problems, and the choice and consequence is impressive, but it does feel somewhat limiting until act 3.

    Larian's weak writing is present here and is the weakest part of the game. The overall story is pretty engaging but won't blow you away. The companions interact with the story well (largely due to Larian's odd obsession with 'origin characters'), but their interaction with a custom character is bland. Nothing about the game is particularly deep but I understand thats not what its really going for.

    The gameplay outside of the combat is also quite weak. You are never going to come across well designed puzzles, for instance. Its also very annoying how virtually everything can be searched for clutter like plates and cups and spoons, that serve no gameplay purpose and just waste my time on the off chance (and it happens enough to make you keep doing it) that theres something useful inside.

    Overall this is a great game. The polish and the production values are making people overrate it a bit, but it definitely belongs near the top with the best CRPGs ever.
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  87. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Absolutely love this. I finished Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 multiple times years ago, they are probably the two of my favourite games of all time. Baldur's Gate 3 is a worthy successor. Just amazing. The one thing I am not a fan of is the switch to turn-based system from the real time with optional pauses - but it's only a minor issue (and I guess it also serves portability to consoles).
  88. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I liked kicking the squirrel 11/10 best game.
    I liked making love with a bear.
    I liked this game .
  89. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The thing that I don't hear from a lot of people that make this game so good is that they have created a game that can be as woke as any game can be but at the same time you don't have to deal with any of it. That alone for me in 2023 is worth 7 stars but I give this a 10 because it is meticulously crafted in all of its elements from story telling to combat and beyond. Great multiplayerThe thing that I don't hear from a lot of people that make this game so good is that they have created a game that can be as woke as any game can be but at the same time you don't have to deal with any of it. That alone for me in 2023 is worth 7 stars but I give this a 10 because it is meticulously crafted in all of its elements from story telling to combat and beyond. Great multiplayer experience, great solo experience, great viewing experience even as there are so many choices its unlikely anyone is going to have the same playthrough. Kudos to Larian for such a wonderful game Expand
  90. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This game absolutely deserves a 10/10. You can tell the entirety of the developers heart and soul were poured into this game. Great story, telling, attention to detail and combat. To those giving it a 0 because they think its rigged and people are falsely giving it 10/10's.. you deserve to play games made by Blizzard and EA forever.
  91. Aug 10, 2023
    0
    hi, This game is not my taste This game has a bad style, I wish it was first person
  92. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of the last 10 years, I advise fans of the genre!
    10/10
  93. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Easily the most in depth, enjoyable, cinematic, and engrossing translation of D&D to a CRPG I've ever played. The only CRPG's that I would say come close are the Pathfinder series from Owlcat games. If you like CRPGs you really cant go wrong with this, it's the good stuff we love from the genre but with the passion and budget to push it to the next level. Genuinely a 10/10 game when takenEasily the most in depth, enjoyable, cinematic, and engrossing translation of D&D to a CRPG I've ever played. The only CRPG's that I would say come close are the Pathfinder series from Owlcat games. If you like CRPGs you really cant go wrong with this, it's the good stuff we love from the genre but with the passion and budget to push it to the next level. Genuinely a 10/10 game when taken in the context of the niche genre it originates from and how its bringing that to the forefront of gaming.

    Also anyone who rates this 0/10 is an asshat and should be reported for abuse of the voting system.
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  94. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Probably the only game of all time that most closely matches the definition of the RPG genre.

    1. A monstrous (in the best possible way) amount of mechanics. 2. A huge hand-crafted world that generates an incredible amount of events. 3. Absolutely enchanting soundtrack by Borislav Slavov. 4. Perfectly written script, dialogues, etc. 5. At the start, the game is perfectly optimized
    Probably the only game of all time that most closely matches the definition of the RPG genre.

    1. A monstrous (in the best possible way) amount of mechanics.
    2. A huge hand-crafted world that generates an incredible amount of events.
    3. Absolutely enchanting soundtrack by Borislav Slavov.
    4. Perfectly written script, dialogues, etc.
    5. At the start, the game is perfectly optimized and polished.
    6. NO **** TRANSACTIONS.
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  95. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    It's a great honor to be able to play Baldur's 3 while I'm alive.
    The original flavor of the RPG was wonderfully expressed, and I hope the developer will have the honor of being selected as the best game of the year.
  96. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Я не очікував, але гра мені дуже сподобалася!
    Зазвичай я не граю в такі ігри, але в цю чомусь тягне грати знову і знову
  97. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Great Game! Thanks Larian! True adaptation of DND with great performance.
  98. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Played initially at the start of early access & loved it then but on full release it’s even better. Turn off karmic dice and just roll with it
  99. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. RPG of the decade. Should be the standard for years to come. Larian made some enemies because of what they accomplished here. This is not an anomaly, this is the standard.
  100. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This game is a great example of what to strive for when creating an RPG. There are many details, consequences to your actions, and the few bugs don’t take away from the game at all.
Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 112 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 112
  1. 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.
  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. 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.