Baldur's Gate 3

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  1. jmcc84
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    The PERFECT RPG, Bioware should learn from this game, AAA publishers does'nt make games like this anymore, LAZY developers complaining about the large scope of the game just shows how screwed up the industry is nowadays.
  2. NecroWarlock
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    awesome game. other game makers take note and stop releasing halfassed cash grabs
  3. AFOX42
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    The first game ever, I can confidently give a 10/10!
    It is just so good, really makes me happy I waited for the full release.
  4. asdfasdf12456
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    I have never played a game that can draw me so much attention in a story based game, usually I would fall asleep and feel bored, but this game is doing the opposite. The story is very immersive. I actually care about some of the characters fate instead of messing around and choosing all the wrong choices for laugh. The characters are very unique, each character has their personality differI have never played a game that can draw me so much attention in a story based game, usually I would fall asleep and feel bored, but this game is doing the opposite. The story is very immersive. I actually care about some of the characters fate instead of messing around and choosing all the wrong choices for laugh. The characters are very unique, each character has their personality differ from others which makes it easier to recognize when there are hundreds of character in the game.

    The story is very well-written since it gives me the details little by little when I am progressing and this brings up my curiosity and want to know more about what's going on. I honestly thought I would give up halfway before I started playing this game because of the combat, but in the end, I have no regret at all for playing the game. It really worths my time spent in the game and it gives me the satisfaction of exploring and doing the strategy based combat.    … Expand
  5. Ciristan
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Sencillamente el mejor juego que he jugado en mi vida, y tengo casi 30 años jugando. No sé cómo describir lo fascinante que es. La historia es interesante y envolvente, y cada decisión te puede llevar por caminos muy distintos. Las misiones secundarias se sientes vivas, importantes, gusta hacerlas. Tienes total libertad de decidir qué respuesta dar en cada conversación y de cómo quieresSencillamente el mejor juego que he jugado en mi vida, y tengo casi 30 años jugando. No sé cómo describir lo fascinante que es. La historia es interesante y envolvente, y cada decisión te puede llevar por caminos muy distintos. Las misiones secundarias se sientes vivas, importantes, gusta hacerlas. Tienes total libertad de decidir qué respuesta dar en cada conversación y de cómo quieres jugar los combates. Puedes rolear como se te antoje.
    El tema de la banda sonora ya es bastante obvio como para comentarlo, pero lo diré en una palabra: excelente.
    Una de las cosas que más me gusta es que es un juego hecho para adultos. Además hay romances y escenas para todos los gustos.
    Debes jugar este juego ya!    … Expand
  6. crafnard
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Muhteşem ötesi, Türkçe dil seçeneği olması ayrı bir güzel. Keşke d&d 2 kurallarına göre yapılsaymış. Lakin dwarf thief falan biraz tuhaf oluyor :)
  7. pdh115
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    My best RPG game are witcher3 and baldur's gate 3 Baldur's gate 3 is better battle , party play but it is turn base game
  8. muhrduhr
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    The best RPG ever created. Also free from predatory practices such as ingame currencies, microtransactions, seasons and "games as a service". BG3 gives you 100% distraction free quality gameplay. Their implementation of the DnD 5e ruleset is great. The story, the sounds, the music, the graphics are all amazingly well put together. They evidently put a lot of love into this game. This gameThe best RPG ever created. Also free from predatory practices such as ingame currencies, microtransactions, seasons and "games as a service". BG3 gives you 100% distraction free quality gameplay. Their implementation of the DnD 5e ruleset is great. The story, the sounds, the music, the graphics are all amazingly well put together. They evidently put a lot of love into this game. This game will give you a different experiences for at least two full runs, maybe more. And did I mention mods? The lifespan of this game is fantastic. Throw all your money at Larian Studios. Show the other studios that this type of game is more profitable then their predatory practises. Every game should be like BG3. Pay once and enjoy the game - without the studio constantly grabbing for your wallet as you play.
    Hail Larian Studios! Hail the new King! Long may he reign. o7    … Expand
  9. odmirfilho
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Adorei esse jogo, é a experiencia mais proxima de um RPG de mesa que um videogame já chegou. Até pensei que não seria tão bom quanto BG1 e BG2, mas conseguiu me superar. Dificil algum jogo tirar o Goty de 2023 de baldurs gate 3.
  10. Askaniz
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    A lot of people coming here giving it negative reviews to balance ou the hype.

    So have a 10 to balance out the stupidity.
  11. HexTagg
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely incredible. Baldur's Gate 3 is the new standard by which not only RPGs should be measured, but video games as a medium. The love, care, and attention to detail at every angle is staggering. Larian Studios is leading by example and showing the rest of the industry how it's done.
  12. RafaelMartinnss
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Baldur’s Gate 3 is nothing less than an absolute masterpiece. From the superb D&D 5e I love every second I’m playing this game! So happy I know I’m not missing out on quests and items just because I’m not paying any more than I’m supposed to. and thank you
  13. roadhouse123
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    I was waiting 23 years. Totally worth it. Gameplay, story, music and npcs are over the top. And it still has classic Baldurs Gate vibe.
  14. Franccastell
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Sometimes easy, sometimes difficult, sometimes frustrating but always impressive, good story, well-built characters, lots of animations, good interactions, wonderful graphics.
  15. Hurrikhan
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's hard to describe how good this game is.
    Baldur's Gate 3 is pretty close to an authentic table-top role-playing game.
    You are basically free to do whatever you want. It's both frightening and refreshing.
    It's beautiful and the musics are very nice.

    I'll try to describe how I've lived the game. I've spent 110 hours to finish the game the first time.
    The story was epic. I've experienced a love story with a woman companion that I thought was interesting. I was pretty satisfied with the conclusion.
    Immediately after I've started another game with a completely different character and romanced another woman. The romance story unraveled very differently so it was new again. The story was still epic even if I approached the various events differently (and it worked).

    I will not forget this game any time soon.
    It has been a long time I've played something so revolutionary.    … Expand
  16. Teela
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Divinity Original Sin 2 is my all time favourite RPG and BG3 raised the bar on every level. At least for my first 15h experience.
  17. Ariakax
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    A dream come true. A love letter to the gaming community. The passion and effort behind this masterpiece is unfathomable. Best PC game in a long long time.
  18. brunoblr
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    One of the bestest games I ever played.

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  19. geodanila
    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!
  20. mineirodabahia
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    baldur's gate 3 is a visual treat, packing in all the dungeons & dragons classes we love. it feels like an upgraded divinity 2, with choices and encounters that can go a zillion different ways. seriously, if you're into d&d or just looking for a wild ride, this is your game.
  21. Arngrim560
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Master piece i cant say nothing more, you can play the way you want but this time with so many posibilities, Larian did it again.
  22. Thelastofus1992
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Sou um enorme fã de RPG e honestamente esse é o melhor RPG que eu já joguei na vida, o fato dele emular d&d de forma tão perfeita chega a me emocionar e me dar uma nostalgia braba, pra melhorar eles melhoraram muito os sistemas de algumas coisas que não funcionavam no tabletop, tá gostoso demais jogar esse jogo e acredito que vá seguir assim sempre, recomendo mt
  23. eynard
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Really the best RPG game in the last 2 decades. Larian and Swen Vincke deserve all the praise. Nuff said..
  24. Damachi
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece worthy of the heavy Baldur's Gate legacy 100/100 for the makers Larian . And the middle finger to D4 and the corporate vultures of the other "games as services" and their gaslighting… Expand
  25. troconnell
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    What an absolutely fantastic game. It took me a little while to get into, but once I did.... man, i was hooked. It's the perfect balance of forgiving and punishing. And the best part? No additional DLC. What you pay for is what you get (one solid and complete game). A masterpiece to say the least. 10/10
  26. Shadowslayer64
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Over 300 hours and counting. And I still want to play. Crazy for a single-player game.
  27. Napfkuchen
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Closest PnP experience Ive ever experienced in a videogame.
    I liked Divnity OS1 and OS2, but I LOVE Baldurs Gate 3.
    My DnD Group is on a long term standby for a long time now and this game gives me the feeling back I missed so much. Its not for everyone, but if you like CRPG or pen and paper / tabletop RPG, this game is literally a masterpiece!
  28. Pookytookybaby
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    What an RPG should be! This is the kind of game I've been waiting for! So glad we get to enjoy this true piece of art! No microtransactions, no additional money needed for content. Oh, and the game is massive and truly great! Just wow. I hope we get a BG4. Rpg's are back baby!
  29. Zreks
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    When you give this game a 0 you are basically admitting to mental illness.

    Now onto the review this game is something that people have been waiting for years, since KOTOR, Dragon Age Origins, Mass Effect. If you liked those games, you will love this one. It's a true RPG, your choices TRULY matter, this isn't one of those games, where you are told your choices matter, then you decide    When you give this game a 0 you are basically admitting to mental illness.

    Now onto the review this game is something that people have been waiting for years, since KOTOR, Dragon Age Origins, Mass Effect. If you liked those games, you will love this one.

    It's a true RPG, your choices TRULY matter, this isn't one of those games, where you are told your choices matter, then you decide to do another playthrough and realize that was a lie, because all your choices lead to the exact same outcome.
    Everything about this game screams competency from the developers. They know what they are doing. They aren't just repeating what others have done before them for a quick buck. These guys are truly talented and you should support them.    … Expand
  30. NapoMMC
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    10*/10 by far. This game is just perfect. If anyone has doubt about this I urge them to play the game.
    My review doesn't have anything to do with "the state of the gaming industry" or other nonsense like that. This game is just good regardless of the comparison with other games.
    Divinity: Original sin was good but the first act was really annoying and way too puzzle-ish for my taste.    10*/10 by far. This game is just perfect. If anyone has doubt about this I urge them to play the game.
    My review doesn't have anything to do with "the state of the gaming industry" or other nonsense like that. This game is just good regardless of the comparison with other games.
    Divinity: Original sin was good but the first act was really annoying and way too puzzle-ish for my taste.
    Divinity: Original sin II, first act was a bit too hard but the game became more balanced after you gained a few levels. I think this was made so you really feel that you are in a bad situation and it's not easy to get out of it.
    Baldur's Gate 3 is perfectly balanced on all difficulty levels from the start and the game is really fun from the first scene. The story is crazy and the game is just awesome, the replayability of it is insane.
    It's easy to just lose hundreds of hours into it and not feel the passing of time at all.
    The game also makes you second guess every dialog and decision that you make.
    I love it.    … Expand
  31. Andrudis
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    This is a true masterpiece RPG, definitely a Game of the Year contender. Really difficult to stop playing once you have started.
  32. krythix
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Baldurs Gate 3 is a triumph of gaming and return to form for CRPG fans who have patiently waited for the 'next big thing'. This game feels fresh, expansive, and gives players the choice to play the game in a remarkable number of ways. One of those 'special' and rare once in a decade games that sets the bar for other game developers to strive for. The bar has been set with BG3 and I don'tBaldurs Gate 3 is a triumph of gaming and return to form for CRPG fans who have patiently waited for the 'next big thing'. This game feels fresh, expansive, and gives players the choice to play the game in a remarkable number of ways. One of those 'special' and rare once in a decade games that sets the bar for other game developers to strive for. The bar has been set with BG3 and I don't think it will dethroned for the foreseeable future. Run, don't walk to pick this one up. BG3 has rolled a perfect 20 on the die with this release. Brilliant and genius, almost puts other triple A developers to shame. BG3 has NO MICROTRANSACTIONS, no DRM (no Denuvo), and has released in a largely bug free state. Game is very consumer friendly and respectful.… Expand
  33. DnA1337
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    60hrs in, enjoying each twist and turn so far in Act2. Brilliant combat, fantastic voice acting and the freedom that comes with every interaction is simply sublime. 100% my GOTY for 2023
  34. WiccanoGames
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The true goty in 2023...

    After playing this, for a long time we will be feeling empty when playing another game, each game you play can be completely different from each other.

    10/10!
  35. nofunaloud
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    fantastic alone, gut busting funny with friends. so many different ways to approach the same problem.
  36. vergil2max
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Everything you expect from a role-playing game is almost completely present in Baldur's Gate 3, such as:
    High freedom of action, strong and deep story as well as surprising and epic, wonderful and charming music and voice acting, enjoyable and innovative gameplay, quality and eye catching graphics, dynamic and diverse world, attractive and lovable characters and high repetition value and    Everything you expect from a role-playing game is almost completely present in Baldur's Gate 3, such as:
    High freedom of action, strong and deep story as well as surprising and epic, wonderful and charming music and voice acting, enjoyable and innovative gameplay, quality and eye catching graphics, dynamic and diverse world, attractive and lovable characters and high repetition value and most importantly, the game that was made with love, not lust to rob people's pockets.
    The only weakness I can find is the lack of identity of the characters. I mean, I wish that instead of all the characters being pansexual, each character had their own sexual orientation. But again, this is a personal opinion, not a professional opinion, and I can't reduce the score because of this
    In short, it can be said that this is one of the best games of its genre so far, and if you are interested in the RPG genre, don't hesitate to experience it.    … Expand
  37. poker2621
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    An excellent follow-up to its decades-old predecessor, Baldur's Gate III sets a new gold standard for RPGs in the modern age. Though it has its fair share of buggy problems, the vibrant world, intriguing storytelling, and captivating gameplay more than make up for its shortcomings.
  38. ianwalendorff
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Larian, a great and excellent studio, competent and creative. After years of experiences with the Divinity series, Larian returns with one of the best games of recent years. Congratulations to the developers and everyone involved in the project, for their hard work and dedication, delivering a rich, immersive and fun game. Proud of Larian for listening to feedback and always improvingLarian, a great and excellent studio, competent and creative. After years of experiences with the Divinity series, Larian returns with one of the best games of recent years. Congratulations to the developers and everyone involved in the project, for their hard work and dedication, delivering a rich, immersive and fun game. Proud of Larian for listening to feedback and always improving their product by listening to the community - let this set an example in the gaming industry.… Expand
  39. ticassa
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Absolutely marvelous! The industry was needed of a punch like this. Certainly the industry will rethink about this practice of launch unfinished or low quality games. Larian certainly is the newest role model for your segment. If you are that kind of people who have nothing to do all day and rate this game with 0, I'm sorry, but this game is impecable and isn't your opinion who will changeAbsolutely marvelous! The industry was needed of a punch like this. Certainly the industry will rethink about this practice of launch unfinished or low quality games. Larian certainly is the newest role model for your segment. If you are that kind of people who have nothing to do all day and rate this game with 0, I'm sorry, but this game is impecable and isn't your opinion who will change the fact, keep trying! Yes, the fights are slow, but do you ever play DND? Do you ever think about some strategy or throwed the dices fast?
    Graphics, sound, music, playability... everything are impressive and the story, characters and NPCs are simply amazing! I never played this kind of game until then and I'm loving it! Definitely a MASTERPIECE!    … Expand
  40. TratMan73
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Yes, this is the same review I wrote on Steam. I didn't feel like rewriting it, lol...

    By far one of the best RPG's I've played in a long time. I'm not always a huge fan of D&D style RPG's due to the high learning curve for newer players and the fact they can be frustrating to play due to the high level of difficulty. However, as someone who doesn't play, but who definitely has a long    Yes, this is the same review I wrote on Steam. I didn't feel like rewriting it, lol...

    By far one of the best RPG's I've played in a long time. I'm not always a huge fan of D&D style RPG's due to the high learning curve for newer players and the fact they can be frustrating to play due to the high level of difficulty. However, as someone who doesn't play, but who definitely has a long appreciation of D&D, I'm a huge fan of this game. I honestly haven't felt this level of excitement for D&D since I was a kid and I was reading the D&D choose your own adventure books.

    The story is engaging, combat is challenging and addictive and I love a game that makes me have to think about strategy. Not enough RPG's out there can say they do all of it. This is a rare gem. If you are a casual RPG player or someone who's hardcore, this game is for you. I highly recommend this game. I hope you all have as much fun as I'm having.

    Have a great day!    … Expand
  41. Rekso
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Today, hating this game is like being a religious fanatic 500 years ago who opposed progress. Although those who are against progress still live somewhere in the deserts. Yes, the game has disadvantages, such as optimization and bugs, but this did not stop me from completing the game in 140 hours and having fun
  42. snakeishere
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Increíble juego, desde el primer momento se nota la calidad que tiene. Hay mucho que hacer en el y de maneras muy diversas.
  43. Isteffy
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    I've played the last two Larian Studios Games tactical games, and it's just so refreshing see how well they upgraded and changed their formula for this new game. I was so sure that Zelda Tears of the Kingdom would steal Game of the Year, until I played this, the 2023 gaming industry has shocked me again with another home-run success.

    The voice acting, story, cinematics, gameplay, and    I've played the last two Larian Studios Games tactical games, and it's just so refreshing see how well they upgraded and changed their formula for this new game. I was so sure that Zelda Tears of the Kingdom would steal Game of the Year, until I played this, the 2023 gaming industry has shocked me again with another home-run success.

    The voice acting, story, cinematics, gameplay, and the control to the player, are by far the best I've seen in a game.

    It's been so entertaining watching the bitter Dragon Age developers cry and moan about Baldur's Gate 3 on Twitter, knowing that they will never reach the heights of BG3, and that the past 15 years of their development, turning a turn-based rpg into an uninspired action rpg was all for waste. The people have spoken; the second age of turn based tactical rpgs is here, and it is Baldur's Gate 3!    … Expand
  44. Borko
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate III is stunning.
    The sheer amount of content is borderline overwhelming.
    Execution, quality and presentation are on spot. There are minor optimization issues, but nothing that can even remotely impact the quality of the game. This game pulled me to continue playing it even thou i'm not a fan of turn-based combat. I cannot recommend this title enough. Easily Game of the    Baldur's Gate III is stunning.
    The sheer amount of content is borderline overwhelming.
    Execution, quality and presentation are on spot.
    There are minor optimization issues, but nothing that can even remotely impact the quality of the game.
    This game pulled me to continue playing it even thou i'm not a fan of turn-based combat.
    I cannot recommend this title enough.
    Easily Game of the year and dare i say decade.    … Expand
  45. spezzo
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    If you enjoy Story in a game, this is one of the most engaging story's I have ever played, also each playthough you do you will never have the same exact story.
  46. Noozie
    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!
  47. gabrielarantest
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    I have been playing this game since day 1 of early access, so I have been following closely Larian's work. This is a labor of love. The amount of work they have put into this game is just unbelievable. This game is a good adaptation of D&D5e ruleset, with amazing graphics and cinematics, has a great story, dialog choices and freedom of play. It's a worthy successor to BG2, no doubt aboutI have been playing this game since day 1 of early access, so I have been following closely Larian's work. This is a labor of love. The amount of work they have put into this game is just unbelievable. This game is a good adaptation of D&D5e ruleset, with amazing graphics and cinematics, has a great story, dialog choices and freedom of play. It's a worthy successor to BG2, no doubt about that. This is every cRPG enthusiast's wet dream coming true. On top of that, Larian treats their customers with respect. No microtransaction BS and DLCs at launch. They just deliver a good complete game.… Expand
  48. DA2019
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The best I've ever played. The cross-save function is a mess but the rest of the game, stunning.
  49. x3style
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Absolutely legendary, the depth of choices and massive amount of content is mind blowing. It is crazy how low the ration of bugs to content is and how fast they reacted on fixing most of them.
    The game is best enjoyed slowly and methodically to let the exceptional character depth see in and taking your time to think and experiment with how the world and story reacts to you instead of the    Absolutely legendary, the depth of choices and massive amount of content is mind blowing. It is crazy how low the ration of bugs to content is and how fast they reacted on fixing most of them.
    The game is best enjoyed slowly and methodically to let the exceptional character depth see in and taking your time to think and experiment with how the world and story reacts to you instead of the standard roller coaster type games.    … Expand
  50. veeminer
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Great gamey I have 40 hours played and I'm at the beginning. Deep interesting gameplay, interesting story, cool characters.
  51. redknight1981
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have played pretty much every CRPG worth mentioning since the first Ultima game came out back in the 1980s. To say that I have seen everything and that I am a hard man to impress would be an understatement. My favorite games and golden standard to which I compared every game since the late 90s were the original Baldur's Gate games and Planescape Torment. To be honest when I heard that Larian Studios is making BG3, I was worried. Namely, I played some of their games and I wasn't impressed with what I saw.

    Divinity Original Sin 1 to me was an average game with decent combat mechanics, brilliant point and click adventure/puzzle elements, but unfortunately subpar writing, lore and characters. So, a score of 5/10 seemed appropriate. To me, the worst offender in DOS1 was Larian's tendency to overindulge in overacted humor, which clashed with darker themes of the game. I know this is a bit subjective, but to me the focus on humor completely ruined any immersion I had at the beginning of the game.

    Luckily, Divinity Original Sin 2 was much better in terms of consistency in tone - but I still wasn't too impressed with their writing and the characters. It was noticeably better, but much of Divinity's lore and setting still felt a bit too generic for my taste. Still, improvements in Larian's already excellent design in terms of choices and consequences, freedom and even better point and click adventure/puzzle elements made me give DOS2 a strong 9/10 - despite all of its flaws.

    And now we come to BG3. I was skeptical. When I saw the first gameplay videos... I thought... 'Even if it's as good as DOS2, it might be a good game, but it doesn't look like Baldur's Gate that I remember. It looks like DOS2 mod or at best DOS3!' Yet... I thoroughly enjoyed DOS2, so I decided to give it a try - and oh boy am I glad that I did.
    1. You can't go wrong with DnD system, which is just objectively better than what Larian cooked up with their Divinity games.
    2. Same can be said about the setting and lore. There is just something magical about visiting the Forgotten Realms.
    3. I don't know if Larian hired new writers, but the writing is superb! The story, the characters, my god... I just fell in love with it. Even the characters which at first glance seemed too modern or too weird to fit into Forgotten Realms, I absolutely fell in love with! Case and point, Karlach. When I first met her, she was too loud for me. She liked to swear a lot and when she said she wants to kill some paladins, I thought I would not be adding her to my party anytime soon. I mean, she didn't even look like she belongs in that world, since she gave me the impression like she is some kind of a biker girl from a futuristic Cyberpunk gang. Yet... I took her on a quest once and she was a damn good fighter. Then I started learning about her through conversations... and suddenly her behavior made sense. There is a reason why she is the way she is... and it fits her perfectly. The voice actress did an amazing job and now she is a constant part of all my adventures. The only problem is that all other characters are just as interesting, so it is such a hard choice whenever I need to leave someone behind.
    4. The combat is amazing. Part of it is certainly because of the DnD ruleset, which opens so many more options for each character to shine in its own unique way. But the biggest reason is that every big battle is like a mini-puzzle game in its own right with multiple solutions that feel incredibly satisfying. This might be a slight spoiler, but I came across a hag who quadrupled herself after my conversation with her turned sour. Each of her clones did insane damage for my under-leveled party. Basically 1 shot from her magic blast was enough to kill my characters straight away. And now there were 4 of them. What's worse... her quadruple spell made her almost impossible to hit (with only 20% hit chance). After only 1 turn, my party was pretty much decimated - and I couldn't even hope to land a hit. I was sure, I can't win, but I decided to at least try and hurt her before I meet my creator. In order to achieve this new goal, I could really rely only on one L1 spell. My Eldritch Knight that still barely clinged to life - had magic missile. Magic missile always hits with 100% certainty and it can target multiple targets, but the damage is horrible. So, prepared to meet my doom, I divided my magic missiles so that each of the 4 hags gets their fair share of pain... and... to my surprise, when the magic missile landed, it dispelled the hag's quadruple spell. With her illusion gone, I could finally hit her! A hopeless situation turned to hope if only I could somehow heal my knocked-out party. To make the long story short... I won the encounter!

    Anyway... I haven't felt like this about a video game for a very long time. BG3 is a masterpiece that makes me feel like a kid again. I thought I would never feel like this again. Thank you, Larian!    … Expand
  52. BigDingus
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    10/10 does NOT = "Perfect."

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

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

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

    Hopefully because it's not tied to some specific console via exclusivity, fans will be more tolerant of these things instead of latching on to them in order to bolster the fanboy console wars.    … Expand
  53. Megadethl
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    I play video games since I was a kid, I always loved RPGs and this one tops them all, just buy it! Worth every peny!
  54. munkyisbananas
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    An absolute banger. This game was created with so much love and passion for RPGs and DnD, and just FUN gaming. The developers made this the priority over being greedy and it PAID OFF. GREAT JOB!
  55. alecto24689
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    a masterpiece beautiful Fabolous game. waiting for consoles version. I'm playing divinity original sin 2 and i have to say how idiot i was not to play it sooner.
  56. Pitstoper
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Великолепная игра, спасибо Larian за этот бесспорный шедевр, который хочется изучать, заглядывать под каждый камень и вчитываться во все диалоги. Находя новые истории и приколы..
  57. Avva
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! A fantastic addition to the classic RPGs collection. Great story, great mechanics, high replayability - you have it all here. Moddable too, so you can enjoy the community's creativity as well.
    A true masterpiece!
  58. Kallungi
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    I love to be back in Faerun after all these years. The depth of characters and dialogue is unprecedented.
  59. PungaNobre
    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.
  60. Jippe89
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Is this a technical flawless game? No, the inventory is bad, changing party members more trouble than it should be, and the camera can be funky.

    Except those nitpicks? It's a brilliant masterpiece!!! It catches the feeling of D&D, without trying to be a TTRPG. The pacing is good, the world is beautiful, voice acting is excellent, quest design is engaging, the story is GOOD, the    Is this a technical flawless game? No, the inventory is bad, changing party members more trouble than it should be, and the camera can be funky.

    Except those nitpicks? It's a brilliant masterpiece!!! It catches the feeling of D&D, without trying to be a TTRPG. The pacing is good, the world is beautiful, voice acting is excellent, quest design is engaging, the story is GOOD, the companions are fantastic(!), and so on.

    Is this a game for everyone? No. But it is an experience for most.    … Expand
  61. Henry_D
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Modern, fresh, great graphics, characters, story. This aint elden ring crappy evade+button mash type of game. This is legit great. Game of the year contender, cause there is still Starfield, who might show some hope in industry as well.
  62. Belmont85
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Im 20+ hours in and I can safely say this is how games should always release. Its D&D perfexrly translated to a screen. Hats off to Larian Studios.
  63. Skywalkerz
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Larian Studio truly never disappoints! The most flawless video game I have ever played in terms of Narrative, playing this game truly sets you on an adventure with no boundaries.

    Nothing can stop this game from getting GOTY as only Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom comes close.
  64. bbreslin
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Huge fan of DOS1 and 2 and Larian as a whole and this is a culmination of all that they have learned from those games and it is simply a CRPG fans dream come true
  65. Slayermax1
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    It truly deserves to be in the race for GOTY this year. This is the most fun i've had the whole year with a game so far.
  66. Kalle_whv
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Das Spiel ist einfach so unfassbar gut. Selten ein Spiel gehabt wo man sich den ganzen Tag schon freut
    Nachhause zu kommen um wieder in diese Welt zu versinken.    … Expand
  67. jackinvestor
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game has made me happy about gaming again. Its such a high quality game clearly made with love and passion instead of only checking of a checklist of things there should be in a game.
  68. terrorbilly
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Incredibly immersive with tons of thing to do and experience. Also very good turn based battle system.
  69. Br3ck5lbum
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    Great game from a passionate developer. I bought it during early access. Very versatile game with lots of character development and choices.
  70. Ieronimg
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Its a very interesting game, top Story, nice gameplay, good written charackters
  71. Dionisio50
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    Criticar este juego por tener un combate por turnos, es como criticar un shooter por que tienes que disparar. Esa gente no debería poder dejar su critica aquí.
  72. shavenlunatic
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Breaks the trend of dumbing down games in an attempt to appeal to the masses, this game appealed to the masses.

    Amazing graphics, story, mechanics and no game breaking bugs. No shoehorned in microtransactions, This game will make its money on its own merit and if they ever release new adventure packs in the future, I'll be confident that they won't be cash grabs and will have received    Breaks the trend of dumbing down games in an attempt to appeal to the masses, this game appealed to the masses.

    Amazing graphics, story, mechanics and no game breaking bugs. No shoehorned in microtransactions, This game will make its money on its own merit and if they ever release new adventure packs in the future, I'll be confident that they won't be cash grabs and will have received the care we deserve.

    Side quests are interesting, not just repetitive "go to map marker, do the thing, go back to start, rinse, repeat", they feel like realistic distractions from the main storyline.

    Add in the freedom to pretty much do whatever you want and we have as close to a perfect game as we've ever had.    … Expand
  73. AndersBjorkman
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    *Updated

    I am now on my second playthrough, in a coop campaign with friends/family. The game is even more fun when playing together with people you like/love. I am a dungeon master running a campaign in 5e, and I swear this is as close as you can get to actually playing D&D with a competent and fun dungeon master. I'm not sure why people are trying to review bomb this game? I guess    *Updated

    I am now on my second playthrough, in a coop campaign with friends/family. The game is even more fun when playing together with people you like/love. I am a dungeon master running a campaign in 5e, and I swear this is as close as you can get to actually playing D&D with a competent and fun dungeon master.

    I'm not sure why people are trying to review bomb this game? I guess some are Starfield fans (a game that I also own, that I find enjoyable when it is heavily modded, otherwise I'm having a hard time standing it in it's base game, it is so shallow compared to BG3). I am a D&D player/DM, and a veteran of old school computer rpgs (Planescape, BG1/2, NWN1, Kotor, DaO etc), and I fully endorse this game. Don't let the haters disuade you from getting this game, most of them seem to be suffering from mental troubles to be frank, and if you check the accounts most of them are newly made and the only game reviewed is BG3. I dislike these mental midgets, they rolled a 1 when they left their mothers wombs.

    Original review:

    I am a dungeon master in 5e, and have been playing tabletop since 3e. One of my all time greats is BG2, and I also love Neverwinter Nights, Planescape Torment, and BG1 (and also Dragon age origins). This game is immense, very well crafted. A lot of the dialogue is intelligent, and full of humor (just like many older rpgs). I was afraid that there would not be another RPG like this, for many years, or perhaps ever. The Witcher 3 was also great, I love that game, and this is just as good (but now I'm playing as a drow bard called Turnip Jansen, instead of the eminent Geralt of Rivia). As a dungeon master, and an avid pc player of computer rpg, I can say without a doubt, this is as close you will get to the true experience of DnD with an experienced and dedicated DM, as you can get in a single player experience. This game has an insane replay potential. If you are remotly interested in RPG, you should do youself a favor and get this game.    … Expand
  74. shirocrow
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Amazing. This game is so fun. I’m sure I’ll play through multiple times.
  75. redeyedwerewolf
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Simply a good video game. The score speaks for itself. It is nice to see some real video games at this age
  76. cepanutis
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    No puedo darle nada menos que un 10 a este juego. Ya no es solo todo el enorme trabajo que tiene detrás y lo mimado que esta en incontables detalles... Es que sencillamente te invita a explorar, leer, descubrir, interactuar con absolutamente todo el entorno. Es de esos títulos que hacen recuperar la fe en la industria y de los que por desgracia solo podemos ser testigos una o dos vecesNo puedo darle nada menos que un 10 a este juego. Ya no es solo todo el enorme trabajo que tiene detrás y lo mimado que esta en incontables detalles... Es que sencillamente te invita a explorar, leer, descubrir, interactuar con absolutamente todo el entorno. Es de esos títulos que hacen recuperar la fe en la industria y de los que por desgracia solo podemos ser testigos una o dos veces cada X años. Enorme Larian por semejante trabajo, por muchos años más brindando títulos de una calidad absoluta.

    Y sobretodo, por brindar un título pensando en los jugadores ANTE TODO y no en el beneficio propio o en la monetización.    … Expand
  77. Lussuria
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    The same incredible storytelling and adventure that I have now come to excitedly expect from Larian Studios games.
  78. Nebicko
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Larian... to the game. This is how games should be done. You will never understand until you play it.
  79. Underground
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is truly the best RPG I've ever played. Huge variability, and intriguing plot, the same companions, beautiful graphics, location design, optimization, lack of critical bugs, a huge world) Not a game, but a dream...… Expand
  80. BaerMitGewehr
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best role-playing game that has ever existed, what you experience here is not comparable and has never been there. I don't want to spoil anyone, but I was more than amused by what I discovered in a barn, for example. I've never experienced anything like this in a video game… Expand
  81. Trix122
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Never has been so much detail and content compacted into a single game. The Dev team really did an incredible job. I would never believe such ambitious project was ever possible

    Masterpiece. Game of the decade.
  82. Kabhold
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. If you like classic turn-based rpgs this game is for you. 6 years Ive been waiting and it didn’t disappoint
  83. MisterSincere
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Just the perfect emulsion of a lot of perfect things. This game is the next step of RPGs, while still maintaining the feel of Larian Games I love since I played Divinit 2: Ego Draconis in 2011. Regarding responsive worlds there is no better game!
  84. ScarletDreams
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    So just got about 25 hours into the game and i have to say that these people on here giving it a 0 score for the dumbest reasons are crazy. This game is just straight up beautiful, and as a person who grew up playing Pathfinder TTRPG this game felt right at home.

    This is not a game for low IQ players unfortunately, console players will have a hard time with this COMPUTER roleplaying    So just got about 25 hours into the game and i have to say that these people on here giving it a 0 score for the dumbest reasons are crazy. This game is just straight up beautiful, and as a person who grew up playing Pathfinder TTRPG this game felt right at home.

    This is not a game for low IQ players unfortunately, console players will have a hard time with this COMPUTER roleplaying game. Simply because its not their speed.

    10/10 game for dialogue, atmosphere, voice acting, combat, music and with zero microtransactions.    … Expand
  85. Thumok
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Haven't had so much fun playing a game in a long time. Gripping story, fun and challenging fights, excellent graphics and lots of choices to progress the game. 10/10 well deserved.
  86. elronhir
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    This is a masterpiece of the Classic RPGs. A well deserved secuel for the Baldur's Gate saga. Larian Studios has perfected the formula they were improving during the Divinity Orginal Sin saga.

    The D&D franchise is safe with Larian Studios. Enjoy this game, you will not regret buying this game at full price.
  87. Nowhere94
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    one of the largest games ever, great. I love even just looking at the game world around me
  88. Gorerotted
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    One of the few completed games on release that i played in recent years... For sure this game is going into my top 5 favorite games of all time after Dark soul, Elden ring, The Witcher and Diablo (the older ones).
  89. MRK888
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best CRPG. I advise everyone to buy. Interesting battle system, chooses in dialogs which affect something. 12/10
  90. Ghenwy
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Desde el primer momento sabes que estás ante otro tipo de juego. Es una maravilla en todos sus sentidos, increíble la LIBERTAD que te deja para hacer de todo. La BSO es brutal. Es el mejor juego al que le he podido echar el guante es los últimos años. Y si hace que el resto de la industria se asuste y salga a hacer declaraciones... Por algo será. Mis 10 para Larion y Baldurs gate 3.… Expand
  91. JefThaDestroyah
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Been playing since the start of Early Access and it was already among my favorite games back then, now with the full release it might just be the greatest game I've ever played. It's my dream game in almost every regard, I love the characters, the music, the world, the choices, the combat, the abilities, everything. Easiest 10/10 I've ever given.
  92. joey2234
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Simply amazing game. It really does feel like you can do ANYTHING you want. Not only SHOULD this be the standard for AAA RPGs going forward it should be heralded as the best game made in the last 10 years. Great work Larian and thank you for giving me a game that actually excites me to play.
  93. TheFirm34
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The game is really truly one of the best if not the best RPG game that has ever been made. Apart from some sound glitches (secret walldoors opening and closing) and a few very minor bugs here and there it is flawless.
  94. JubieLamb
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    This the one. I didn't think I would enjoy it this much and it gets better every second. Im playing controller and it's not perfect but, I am sure those fixes will come soon. It's a 10. Get ya head outta ya butt other game companies. Quit trying to steal every dollar outta my wallet for garbage. Be like Larian.
  95. Soulassassin
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    GOTY contender FOR SURE!! Baldur's Gate 3 is THE NEW STANDARD for ALL game developers and publishers going forward WHETHER THEY LIKE IT OR NOT. NO gamer is going to expect Baldur's Gate 3 level of games from any Indie developer, but we WILL be EXPECTING it from all of the big budget triple A developers like EA, Ubisoft, Microsoft, Sony, Blizzard and others FROM NOW ON. Because Baldur'sGOTY contender FOR SURE!! Baldur's Gate 3 is THE NEW STANDARD for ALL game developers and publishers going forward WHETHER THEY LIKE IT OR NOT. NO gamer is going to expect Baldur's Gate 3 level of games from any Indie developer, but we WILL be EXPECTING it from all of the big budget triple A developers like EA, Ubisoft, Microsoft, Sony, Blizzard and others FROM NOW ON. Because Baldur's Gate 3 has once again PROVEN that great games CAN be made WITHOUT microtransactions, WITHOUT massive day one patches, WITHOUT horrific glitches, bugs and being an unfinished mess. So other developers now have ZERO excuses not to match BG3 in terms of game quality, gameplay and polish. Larian studios is now the industry STANDARD on how to make a good game and has proven that it's NOT impossible to make a good game and STILL remain within the $60 price tag. They have PROVEN all the other studios to be LIARS that just want to do less work, with less effort, for more money. As far as I'm concerned Larian games has my UTMOST CONFINDENCE AND TRUST with games. From now on when Larian comes out with a game, i dont even NEED to ask if they worked hard on it, for me it's "shut up and take my money". I can't sing their praises enough on Baldur's Gate 3 and i hope the absolute BEST for them moving forward. And if BG3 wasn't enough, Swen Vincke went and turned down Microsoft on their offer to buy Larian games. Which in my book was a total GIGACHAD move on his part...LOL! 10 out of 10, if i could give it an 11, i would.… Expand
  96. reloaded689
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Hands down the best Video game ever made, and should be the new standard for all developers.
  97. Olezhka
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    This is what games in 2023+ should be, game of the year if not decade! Loved it
  98. queerchameleon
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This is the way games should be made. With people that care about the game and not the almighty dollar.
  99. cadarri73
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    The amount of content is massive. Almost everything on screen has a voice. Voice acting is top notch. The replayability is high. Graphics and effects are incredible. Music is epic. There are bugs yes, but not that are game breaking. Requires alot of saving in first playthrough. Multiplayer changes the game as well and fun with friends if you have the time together.
  100. Nickon
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    This is a definition of 10/10 game. I missed the original Baldur's Gate. Time to catch up. Thanks Larian!
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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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