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  1. Sep 1, 2023
    10
    It`s soooooooooo good. Like 17 years ago when I was a kid good. 100 hours in an just in act 2, perfect co op, explore chill out and go with the flow game.
  2. Sep 1, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is really average.
    Graphics is good for an isometric game.
    The story seems good at the beginning of the game but become dumb from mid to the end, especially for act 3.
    It seems act 3 was rushed and infact is really poor.
    Also there are plenty of gamebreaking bug that feels like cyberpunk was a gem at the release, i find mysekt too much time with a result in the game but the journal say a complete difference thing, like saving and npc, leave the area and discover that in the journal the very same npc was dead with no reason.

    Also its a sum the fact that you habe countless output on how we end end the diffeeebt secondary quest for the end of game, helpimg a group or a person could only mean that you had a bonus for the endgamequest. The only quest woth mentioning is the final fight in the house of hope, the song is marvellous.
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  3. Sep 1, 2023
    10
    A fascinating narrative experience that forge a brand new adventure for all the classical lovers of a cult classic game like Dungeons and Dragons
    Merging the classic with the masterful basic of the RPG genre, and obtaining a truly satisfying game
  4. Sep 1, 2023
    10
    This game is the goty. All things is absulotly amazing. ...................
  5. 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!
  6. Sep 1, 2023
    10
    My first time playing a fantasy RPG (other than AC Odyssey and Vallhala). I decided to try this game because someone online said that if you love Mass Effect, you need to try it because the companions, the story and the lore are of the same standard that Bioware has set if not better.
    I was a bit sceptical at the start since Mass Effect is sci-fi and I love space plus the combat for
    My first time playing a fantasy RPG (other than AC Odyssey and Vallhala). I decided to try this game because someone online said that if you love Mass Effect, you need to try it because the companions, the story and the lore are of the same standard that Bioware has set if not better.
    I was a bit sceptical at the start since Mass Effect is sci-fi and I love space plus the combat for Baldur's Gate at first seemed meh and odd.
    Anyway once I started playing, I was not disappointed! the characters, the lore and the gameplay though it looked simple are quite complex and interesting. The best part is that your actions and choices make a huge impact on the ending and how the game treats you going forward.
    I had a good experience with Mass Effect's choices but this game nailed it to perfection.
    Still playing the game and loving it. Definitely a game that I recommend playing at least twice as there are so many pathways that can't be explored in just a single play-through.
    This game has set a new standard for RPGs, the complexity of companions, the impact of choices that REALLY make you feel in control, the fun combat and the list goes on.

    Overall 10/10.
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  7. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Hayatım da ilk defa sira tabanli bir oyunu bukadar çok sevdim ve bağlandım gerçektende çok iyi bir oyun ayrıca larian studiosa türkçe dil desteğini getirdiği için çok teşekkürler
  8. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Yeah, if you don't think this is a good game, then i don't know what is wrong with you. You might dislike the genre, but this is just one of the bet games released in the past few years.
  9. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    If only game developers would make games like this. One of the best game I have ever played in the past decade!
  10. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    The best RPG game ever. Even though I've been playing for 100 hours, I'm still enjoying it.
  11. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Best Fantasy RPG Tactics game ever. I never wanted it to end. All i wanted was more more more.

    It will only get better with time as they fix minor bugs, but i never encountered any that a simple reload didn't fix. Play on hardest setting, because there are so many ways to optimize and have super powerful heros.. especially if you take your time and explore everything. The game is
    Best Fantasy RPG Tactics game ever. I never wanted it to end. All i wanted was more more more.

    It will only get better with time as they fix minor bugs, but i never encountered any that a simple reload didn't fix.

    Play on hardest setting, because there are so many ways to optimize and have super powerful heros.. especially if you take your time and explore everything.

    The game is easily a 11 out of 10 if you like DnD
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  12. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played, from everything like the story the character to even the gameplay. As a new dnd fan this is definitely for me and thank you for giving us this game.
  13. Aug 31, 2023
    2
    horrible el combate por turnos feo, de verdad que no esperaba esto en un juego, la gente lo puunteo muy alto por la nostallgia una secuela , y todo iba bien hasta que llegamos al combate por turnos,
  14. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Es un juego que se debe por ley de existencia humana jugar una vez en la vida, es único y muy divertido aparte que su historia bastante profunda me trae recuerdos como cuando salió por primera vez The Witcher 3, una admiración total o la vez que jugué RDR II, marcan un antes y un después en la vida de un gamer.
  15. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Game is simply a masterpiece.
    Larian Studio has proven to the industry that is possible to make a huge, refined and completed game without microtransactions. I enjoyed it even if I dont usually like turn based combat.
    Easily GOTY for me.
  16. Aug 31, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought this game was really good at first but overtime the cracks really began to show. I spent most of my play-through trying to get rid of my tadpole only to find out online that there is no way to actually get rid of it. You have to play with it whether you like it or not, and I wouldn't be nearly as upset about this if the game didn't imply that there was a way to remove it multiple times only to pull the rug out at the last minute, this is the illusion of choice.

    I also overlooked a lot of issues with the game but in the final stretch they become impossible to ignore. Shallow story, badly written characters, and game breaking bugs have eroded what I liked about this game in the first few hours of play. The ending is awful and your choices don't matter in the end.
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  17. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game makes me very addicted, I have been playing for more than 100 hours, but there is still a lot to explore, and there are still two or three big battles to finish this magnificent journey. I think a 10 out of 10 is worth having. Expand
  18. Aug 31, 2023
    4
    Unfinished game. Game quality dips in mid to late game with multiple crashes in the final act which is already filled with bugs. Score would be higher if the final act didn't ruin my experience.
  19. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Easily the best high fantasy game ever made, including all the Zeldas and Elden Ring. Nothing comes close when you talk about the quality of writing, acting, character development, and sheer scope.
  20. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This is the best game I have played in 25 years of gaming. And I’ve play loooots of games… played this 30 hours in one week… that wasn‘t planned!! I don‘t actually have the time to play that much, but I kinda abandoned my friends, family and (even) work somehow, for this game. A sacrifice, this game is more than worth.
  21. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This is the first game I played from this type, IDK what to call it actually, but I can't stop playing. I find myself wondering and exploring the world without stopping. the details in this game is crazy. only one game made me feel like that, and it's the Witcher 3. I hope this game wins the game of the year. BRAVO Larian Studio.
  22. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Une histoire et un gameplay qui m'a énormément surpris en très bien. J'encourage ce genre de pépites. Joli travail.
  23. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Even though I'm not an RPG player, during my 140 hours of gameplay, I was able to thoroughly enjoy everything the game had to offer. The story was captivating from beginning to end, and every nook and cranny I explored held its own little surprises and hidden details just waiting to be uncovered.

    It was worth every penny of the purchase.
  24. Aug 31, 2023
    6
    I was really hyped for this game. After spending many hours playing BG1, BG2, NN1 and NN2 my excitement for BG3 was unreal and sadly I was disappointment. Do not take me wrong the game in itself is great and the systems are really well done, but this game is missing this tiny little spark that was present in other big D&D/Forgotten realms games.

    I was wondering for a long time why I can
    I was really hyped for this game. After spending many hours playing BG1, BG2, NN1 and NN2 my excitement for BG3 was unreal and sadly I was disappointment. Do not take me wrong the game in itself is great and the systems are really well done, but this game is missing this tiny little spark that was present in other big D&D/Forgotten realms games.

    I was wondering for a long time why I can not stick with this game and I tried to love it really hard. I then realized that even though there is so much to do in the game your choices are awfully streamlined and don't seem to have major impact. No matter what you do the game leads you to victory. Mess up your build no worries reset away destroying any RP element there is. Characters creation? Pick whatever race you want there is no disadvantages just extra perk to complement whatever you are trying to build. Same for your background story its just a pure stat boost you are not sacrificing anything to gain advantage in something else. Your character is build to be perfect and sure you can still mess things up but really its far from punishing.

    Combat ? Sure the foundation is decent but sadly its not for me. I do not like how the game focuses so much on environmental damage. Place bunch of explosive barrels around your enemies and blow them up. Yeah sounds cool at first until you realize your stats, equipment and skill play little part in combat once you figure this out. All previous BG and NN games are all about picking the right setup, finding the right gear and adjusting your characters to handle any combat situation. Sadly BG3 is so badly balanced in that regards that if you do not use those environmental advantages you will struggle and I honestly dont find the aspect of this game fun.

    Overall its a great game but not a great BG game in my opinion. It really is missing out on a lot of aspects that made the original games great and I believe its significantly over hyped for what it is and should have been just called Divinity Original Sin 3.
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  25. Aug 31, 2023
    5
    BG3 will be remembered as a masterpiece. In an era of shady business practices, Latina’s product is a breath of fresh air. The story, VA, and overall gameplay are top notch and this game should be the benchmark other AAA developers compare their games too.

    Are there a few issues with bugs - yea, but they aren’t major and 100% these will be corrected. It’s been only three weeks and we have
    BG3 will be remembered as a masterpiece. In an era of shady business practices, Latina’s product is a breath of fresh air. The story, VA, and overall gameplay are top notch and this game should be the benchmark other AAA developers compare their games too.

    Are there a few issues with bugs - yea, but they aren’t major and 100% these will be corrected. It’s been only three weeks and we have had 2 major patches already. With a game this large, I’m surprised the game is as polished as it is. Over 200 hours played between release and EA and I can’t wait for my next session.
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  26. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    As a longtime player of the first two Bioware games, and an even more seasoned D&D player since the days of second edition, with already over 100 hours of gameplay in this third installment, I can't help but proudly claim the unquestionable beauty of this masterpiece.
  27. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    It is a monumental and profoundly epic release in scope, scale, and application. Undoubtedly, Larian is devoted to, dedicated to, and committed to its player base, and that is the company's beating heart.
  28. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Hands down the best game I've played in my 40 years of life. The characters are amazing and believable. It feels like a D&D game with my friends. I would recommend to anyone. 10/10 for sure.
  29. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    I give it 10 points because it's probably one of the best games of the last 10 years in its genre and one of the best RPGs released during that time
  30. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    The Best RPG ever! Extremely high degree of freedom, huge content, and the RPG with the best sense of immersion so far. The original intention of RPG.
  31. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Best RPG experience i had recently!
    Every dialogue counts.

    Great job Larian Studios.
  32. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    I've been playing computer games for as long as I can remember, BG1/2 of course too. For the past few years I've thought I'm too old to gamble, but BG3 gets me back into it. The game is just very very good! end of story!
  33. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, best game ever, every time i start the campaign feels like a new game.
  34. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This is my first Baldur's Gate game and my first Larian game but i am having a blast. I have played tons of rpg games but the only game stuck with me was Dragon Age Origins and it was my all time favourite rpg since its release. Baldur's Gate 3 surpassed DAO and became the best game i have ever played in my entire life (i have 500+ games in steam and 50+games on ps4). I want to playThis is my first Baldur's Gate game and my first Larian game but i am having a blast. I have played tons of rpg games but the only game stuck with me was Dragon Age Origins and it was my all time favourite rpg since its release. Baldur's Gate 3 surpassed DAO and became the best game i have ever played in my entire life (i have 500+ games in steam and 50+games on ps4). I want to play Divinity titles after this game and then i will play BG3 again. This game is the ratatouille of videogames. Just grab it and immerse yourself. Expand
  35. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    great great game! I’m so happy that I can play this game in my life. Thanks lariat
  36. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Absolute banger of an RPG. Hit me right in the KOTOR feels. This is one of those games I'll still be referencing 20 years from now. So much replayability. It took me over 100 hours for one playthrough. With branching storylines and dialogue and experiences that react differently to your race and class choices. This is easily a 1000+ hour game if you really want to see and do everythingAbsolute banger of an RPG. Hit me right in the KOTOR feels. This is one of those games I'll still be referencing 20 years from now. So much replayability. It took me over 100 hours for one playthrough. With branching storylines and dialogue and experiences that react differently to your race and class choices. This is easily a 1000+ hour game if you really want to see and do everything there is to do. Expand
  37. Aug 31, 2023
    8
    I am sorry, but in its current state I can't give this game 10/10 and neither 9/10. Do not get me wrong, this game is awesome and I really "dig it", but you probably heard about the buggy third act and not all content being added yet, which is a shame given that this game been in early access for so long.
    Once all content is added and flaws patched I will be more willing to give this game
    I am sorry, but in its current state I can't give this game 10/10 and neither 9/10. Do not get me wrong, this game is awesome and I really "dig it", but you probably heard about the buggy third act and not all content being added yet, which is a shame given that this game been in early access for so long.
    Once all content is added and flaws patched I will be more willing to give this game 9/10 or even 10/10 if the story will drag me in when I finally get into third act and if stories of my companions grab me by the heart.
    I am saying all that as a person whom bought collector's edition since I really do enjoy this game, however I do not want to be blinded by the hype it gets.
    One important thing to mention is that the studio behind this game (Larian) actually cares about what their fan-base think and they also update their games based on opinions of their fan-base, which is something truly unique and I wish other studios would be like that - for that a very huge kudos to Larian.
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  38. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    After quarantine and having too much time to play games I kinda lost my passion for gaming balders gate was the game that brought that passion back I have about 250 hours on this game and have tried multiple play styles I'm a Huge dnd nerd and the turn based combat was right up my alley story characters and game Play was all amazing to me
    I know balders gate 3 probably isn't for everybody
    After quarantine and having too much time to play games I kinda lost my passion for gaming balders gate was the game that brought that passion back I have about 250 hours on this game and have tried multiple play styles I'm a Huge dnd nerd and the turn based combat was right up my alley story characters and game Play was all amazing to me
    I know balders gate 3 probably isn't for everybody alot of people can't really handle the difficulty but it's just like when I first learned dnd it takes time and you have to put your self in the best position to win encounters some people like that and some people dont
    If you like turned based combat that makes you think this game is probably for you
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  39. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo já feito desses últimos anos, indiscutivelmente! GOTY! O game é uma aula a todas as desenvolvedoras atuais de como fazer um jogo de escopo sem perder qualidade!
  40. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    game of the year hands down. They built off divinity 2, added dnd mechanics, its so fun.
  41. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Blows my every expectation out of the water. BG3 offers a gaming experience unlike anything I've ever had.
  42. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Act 1 and Act 2 are masterpieces that synthesize the best of many RPGs that have come before. Act 3 is a little less polished.
  43. Aug 31, 2023
    0
    Bad graphics, short story, but price 70$, just clone of Diablo actually. Definitely not recommend, if you want play this game genre, just go and play Diablo 3.
  44. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Absolute stunning. Superb arts, excellent game mechanics, deep narrative. Best game i ever play.
  45. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Game is one for Game of the Decade. I have spent 169 hours in EA, and I will probably play the final release after Starfield bores me.
  46. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    A long-forgotten sensation from childhood. It's just impossible to stop. Thank you, Sven!
  47. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Honestly one of the best RPG's I have ever played and I feel like it will remain like that for a long time. I have not played Baldur's Gate 1 or 2, so I cannot comment on how the story and game-play holds up to those, however the feel of the game is great, it looks really good graphically and gives me everything I could have ever wanted in terms of making impact-ful choices within a game.
  48. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Gioco bellissimo, un vero gioco come non se ne vedevano da anni. Le altre case di sviluppo dovrebbero perdere esempio.
  49. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Bom jogo, muita variedade, gameplay fluida, bom combate e gráficos. Consegue trazer bem o rpg de mesa para o digital.
  50. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Where to start. Baldur's Gate 3 was gifted to me by a friend while it was in early access. I enjoy incredibly immersive games and for one reason or another, Baldur's Gate 3 has drew me in and isn't letting go. The story, the mechanics, the freedom of choice, all excellent. The turn based combat has been executed very well also and even after I've decided to go to bed or end my gameWhere to start. Baldur's Gate 3 was gifted to me by a friend while it was in early access. I enjoy incredibly immersive games and for one reason or another, Baldur's Gate 3 has drew me in and isn't letting go. The story, the mechanics, the freedom of choice, all excellent. The turn based combat has been executed very well also and even after I've decided to go to bed or end my game session, it's always "one more turn" or "one more fight". My only caution is, beware: minutes will turn into hours. Expand
  51. Aug 31, 2023
    8
    O jogo é muito bom, mas é superestimado por uma onda da internet onde os youtuber criaram, o jogo é sim muito bom mas está muito muito longe de ser o melhor de todos os tempo como alguns dizem.
  52. Aug 31, 2023
    4
    Not sure why this game gets so much praise. Boring companions, generic plot, plodding and frustrating combat that offers nothing new. There's an illusion of choice, but a lot of the big decisions stayed the same no mater how what choices I made. It's clear a lot of effort went into it, but it's an average rpg at best. Bioware, Bethesda and Rockstar all offer much deeper and more enjoyable rpgs
  53. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This is my favorite rpg of all time I have never spent more time in an rpg than BG3. It exceeded my expectations in every way.
  54. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    simplesmente o melhor conteudo de rpg dos ultimos anos com toda certeza, isso é incrivel
  55. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This game is exceptional. Larian Studios just did something fantastic with this, there are so many good aspects to the game. Just play it.
  56. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Facilmente um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei em toda minha vida e facilmente o melhor RPG já feito, são tantas possibilidades, tem uma liberdade absurda, os personagens são ótimos e eu não posso reclamar da jogabilidade que combina muito bem todas as possibilidades que disse anteriormente com combates fluídos e tensos muitas vezes. O mapa é divertidíssimo e as missões excepcionais, euFacilmente um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei em toda minha vida e facilmente o melhor RPG já feito, são tantas possibilidades, tem uma liberdade absurda, os personagens são ótimos e eu não posso reclamar da jogabilidade que combina muito bem todas as possibilidades que disse anteriormente com combates fluídos e tensos muitas vezes. O mapa é divertidíssimo e as missões excepcionais, eu já fiz tanta coisa e ainda tem mais ainda para fazer, estou animado para fazer o 100% dessa obra-prima e já é meu GotY, animado para ver como Baldur's vai se sair no TGA. Expand
  57. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    GOTY.
    One of the most incredible games of all time, an rpg with HUNDREDS of different decisions that influence your gameplay. There are so many options that you could play it 10 times in different ways and each one would be unique.
    I already have +100 hours on steam and I can say that it's definitely one of the best I've ever had the experience of playing. Congrats to Larian studios for
    GOTY.
    One of the most incredible games of all time, an rpg with HUNDREDS of different decisions that influence your gameplay. There are so many options that you could play it 10 times in different ways and each one would be unique.
    I already have +100 hours on steam and I can say that it's definitely one of the best I've ever had the experience of playing.
    Congrats to Larian studios for such a masterpiece
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  58. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Any critic that didn't give this a 95+ is just trying to be different for clicks.

    This game, while not perfect, pushes the envelop of game design and storytelling, and - much to the chagrin of other developers - certainly sets a new standard in what gamers expect from their games, just like Bioware did with KOTR, BG, and Mass Effect. One down side is that this will be hard for Larian
    Any critic that didn't give this a 95+ is just trying to be different for clicks.

    This game, while not perfect, pushes the envelop of game design and storytelling, and - much to the chagrin of other developers - certainly sets a new standard in what gamers expect from their games, just like Bioware did with KOTR, BG, and Mass Effect.

    One down side is that this will be hard for Larian Studios to surpass.
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  59. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    It is without a doubt that the game in question will receive the title of "Game of the Year". The level of detail present in the game is truly remarkable, ranging from the intricacies of the musical score to the staggering 174 hours of cinematic content. Furthermore, the combat system is a flawless adaptation of the original Dungeons and Dragons game. It is perplexing to encounter negativeIt is without a doubt that the game in question will receive the title of "Game of the Year". The level of detail present in the game is truly remarkable, ranging from the intricacies of the musical score to the staggering 174 hours of cinematic content. Furthermore, the combat system is a flawless adaptation of the original Dungeons and Dragons game. It is perplexing to encounter negative reviews of this game, particularly those from individuals who lack a fundamental understanding of turn-based RPGs. Criticisms regarding the length of combat and the abundance of cutscenes are unfounded and demonstrate a lack of comprehension. It is inappropriate for such individuals to provide reviews if they are unable to grasp the fundamental concepts of the game. It is suggested that they instead play games such as Call of Duty. Expand
  60. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    I can't state enough how happy I am to see a game developer not push insane micro-transactions(free to play games don't count as this is a full price game) and actually release a game while not perfect, very well polished enough for me to have almost 100 hours of playtime before even hitting any real bug issues which they are already fixed/still fixing rapidly. AMAZING. i haven't had thisI can't state enough how happy I am to see a game developer not push insane micro-transactions(free to play games don't count as this is a full price game) and actually release a game while not perfect, very well polished enough for me to have almost 100 hours of playtime before even hitting any real bug issues which they are already fixed/still fixing rapidly. AMAZING. i haven't had this much fun in a an RPG in years. This is even more fun than even Skyrim was for me. Only into the beginning parts of act 3 on my solo campaign, but its amazing to me and i have multiple campaigns that i have been running over 150 hours at this point. Expand
  61. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    So I love RPGs but man this one just grabs you. I usually play a game and even though I am enjoying it I am at an age where depression starts affecting me so this game has hit that itch and It is extremely immersive to the point where I am able to play it and enjoy myself. Onto the game. It is very intricate obviously with all the different styles, choices, and paths you can choose. TheSo I love RPGs but man this one just grabs you. I usually play a game and even though I am enjoying it I am at an age where depression starts affecting me so this game has hit that itch and It is extremely immersive to the point where I am able to play it and enjoy myself. Onto the game. It is very intricate obviously with all the different styles, choices, and paths you can choose. The combat is fun and the story is excellent. You can also play with up to 3 other people! Also it is very long with no fluff which I love!!! I wholeheartedly recommend this game to anyone! Expand
  62. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Jogo incrível que te prende o tempo todo! D&D e RPG de qualidade absurda, sua imaginação vai além dos diálogos e tem que usar o cérebro para passar bem em alguns combates. Jogo 10/10.

    Viciante, vontade de jogar com todas as classes, porém melhor jogar com amigos possibilitando em focar apenas no seu char e não em quatro.
  63. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is the best game I've played lately.Although it is a turn-based game, I played for hours without getting bored.
  64. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    I see a lot of negative scores here based on combat feeling slow, story feeling linear, companions being annoying and the game not being open enough. I for one am an avid fan of D&D and have spent hours writing backstories or characters I never will play because I love the fantasy world. BG3 gives me absolutely everything I could ever want from a D&D video game, choices do matter despiteI see a lot of negative scores here based on combat feeling slow, story feeling linear, companions being annoying and the game not being open enough. I for one am an avid fan of D&D and have spent hours writing backstories or characters I never will play because I love the fantasy world. BG3 gives me absolutely everything I could ever want from a D&D video game, choices do matter despite other reviews saying they do not (they have not played long enough to feel the impacts). The game is not perfect, it does need technical improvements especially in act 2 and 3 but if you want to the Dungeons and Dragons and don't have a group to play with, well this game is everything you could want. Now I understand this type of game is not for everyone, for example I absolutely hate every first person shooter in every form but some of those games are well liked by millions of people however it is simply not a type of game I enjoy, everyone has their preferences. The Final Fantasy remake removed the turn based combat and I hated it and stopped playing within an hour, it is not a bad game, in fact is a beautiful well designed game but it is not for me. BG3 tells an engaging story that you need to invest time into, I am not on my second playthrough because there are so many choices I want to change to see how the story unfolds. I have already bought this game 3 times and would pay full price every time I start a new playthrough, that is how much I love this game but Larian did the unthinkable and made this game 100% offline and DRM free with so many meaningful side quests that you would not see unless you explore the zones. We literally get side quests from speaking to animals (fully voiced by the way) but easily missed as it isn't required to progress the story. This takes me back to my comment about investing time. I appreciate the level of detail put into expanding almost every NPC's backstory. Do you want to know what happened to that one NPC you saved back in act 1? Well find them again in act 3 and find out, might not be as exciting as instant gratifying demon slaying in Diablo but I want to know that NPC's story. Again this is everything I ever wanted in a video game because it is for gamers like me. You want COD go play COD that is for you not for me. Expand
  65. Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a new once in a generation standard bearer for a specific. and long running, style of RPG; Dungeons & Dragons. The game features dice rolls, ability checks, stat modifiers, etc. that people have come to associate with D&D. But even for those unfamiliar with the mega tabletop hit, Baldur's Gate 3 offers a unique and deep spin on the RPG genre, giving character choice andBaldur's Gate 3 is a new once in a generation standard bearer for a specific. and long running, style of RPG; Dungeons & Dragons. The game features dice rolls, ability checks, stat modifiers, etc. that people have come to associate with D&D. But even for those unfamiliar with the mega tabletop hit, Baldur's Gate 3 offers a unique and deep spin on the RPG genre, giving character choice and direction depth that has never before been seen in gaming.

    At its core, Baldur's Gate 3 is a standard fantasy RPG with a well tuned and tactical XCOM like battle system. Fights can be long and grueling, taking upwards of 30-45 minutes to finish, and positioning is key. Spells and classes are unique and well balanced in their implementation, although the D&D style combat dice rolling can be frustrating at times if you low roll a bunch in short span, the game is crystal clear though on the chance for your attack or ability to hit. Fights are also difficult and challenging, especially bosses and the larger encounters, some taking a couple trial and error runs with pre fight positioning and sequencing.

    Where the game truly shines above all others like it is in its breadth of player choice. You as the main player character can, effectively, do whatever you want. Yes, there are consequences, but there is never a shortage of options. In only my first several hours of gameplay I had killed 3 potential party members without even realizing. You can circumvent encounters with dialogue or character choices. You can turn yourself into an illithid monster and kill everything in your path. There are entirely too many possibilities to describe but if you can think of it you can usually do it.

    My most memorable and consequential decision came sometime in the early mid game when I arrived to the Last Light Inn. A character there revealed himself to me to be working for the 'Absolute' (bad guy) and that he wanted my help abducting the local priest who was protecting the inn with her magic. I chose to wait and see because I wanted to find a quiet way to dispatch of this guy and get an item he had that I wanted for myself. Immediately in my next conversation the guy made his move and abducted the priest right from the middle of everyone, without the priest the inn fell in to darkness and everybody there outside of my party died a grueling death. This is just an example of the consequences and intricacies within this game, everyone will have a different path and story through this game.

    Where the game does a little fall flat is in the 3rd act, which for the most takes place in a large city. The story, choices, and quests are just more straightforward here, lacking the diversity and polish of the previous areas. The game is also littered with visual and gameplay bugs that are typical for this genre. Missing textures or invisible objects can happen, the game can get stuck saving which prevents you from saving again or loading back into a previous save, I fully expect in future patches and developments for these issues to be fixed.

    Overall, due to some of its technical and story issues the game falls short of being in the top tier class of Skyrim or Witcher 3 for me. But it is without a doubt the most free and uninhibited RPG I have ever played.
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  66. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fidelidade ao D&D é incrível. Dá para notar que o game foi desenvolvido com carinho e respeito a comunidade RPG.
    Eu estou simplesmente me alimentando desse jogo *Q*

    Thanks Larian.
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  67. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    If either this or Zelda wins GOTY, the world is in balance. It's been so long since I've become so hooked on something, so attached to these NPCs and wanting to explore every crevice of a map, this is a 10/10 if ever I've played one.
  68. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This was the first game i've ever played CRPG. It took some time to be familiar with game system. However, after playing about 10 hours, i found out that i literally enjoyed the game, and this game made me want to spend time to experience every single selection. The best game ever. Minor bug can be ignored.
  69. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This game is simply awesome. Not only it has amazing characters, an incredible story and the best turn-based combat system I have ever used, but every little details is meticulously cared for.
    Undoubtedly the best game I ever played.
  70. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This game impeccably aligns with my fantasies, providing an exceptional experience.
  71. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Beautiful game! It's hard for me to follow the main quest, because the side quests are just great and interestingly done. Actually, I want to know the story background of each of my team characters :)

    Visually, the game just looks great - also playable with a GTX 1070 (1440p) at around 45-50 FPS.

    After the latest update, quite a few bugs were even fixed, optimizing the gaming experience.
  72. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This is amazing game. I am enjoying every second of the gameplay. Astonishing graphics, awesome quests and cool characters. A lot of character customization options, classes, roles, races,etc. The game when you enter the dungeon in the evening end exit in the morning IRL time ) You completely carried away from the moment you got in the game. Very hard to resist. Thank you Larian StudiosThis is amazing game. I am enjoying every second of the gameplay. Astonishing graphics, awesome quests and cool characters. A lot of character customization options, classes, roles, races,etc. The game when you enter the dungeon in the evening end exit in the morning IRL time ) You completely carried away from the moment you got in the game. Very hard to resist. Thank you Larian Studios for the masterpiece. Totally deserved the game of the century award! ) Expand
  73. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This is going to be a game to be rembered by many, a truly good game of the generation, with no damn **** endless microtransactions.
  74. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Must play this masterpiece.amazing character design and universe.smooth game design.
  75. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Best Crpg game ever. Masterpice dialog and Graphic arts, amazingly written story and characters
  76. Aug 30, 2023
    9
    I am a proud Larian Simp.

    Ever since I first laid on hands on the masterpiece that was Divinity Original Sin 2 I knew that the RPGs Larian makes are filled with love, passion, and bugs that will eventually get patched out. The moment I saw that Larian would be in charge of creating Baldur's Gate 3 I couldn't have been more excited to play another Larian game and hopped onto early
    I am a proud Larian Simp.

    Ever since I first laid on hands on the masterpiece that was Divinity Original Sin 2 I knew that the RPGs Larian makes are filled with love, passion, and bugs that will eventually get patched out. The moment I saw that Larian would be in charge of creating Baldur's Gate 3 I couldn't have been more excited to play another Larian game and hopped onto early access. the moment I could.

    100 hours later and finishing the game I find myself in a similar state that I felt when I finished reading a good book or watching a fantastic show—the joy of completion yet the desire of wanting more. Larian has created yet another masterpiece of an RPG that not only has engaging gameplay but a story that kept me entranced and forgetting that it's 3 AM on a weekday. I am truly happy to be able to experience it.

    It's not perfect, bugs and imperfections exist; from random models T-Posing, certain cutscenes not playing, weird AI pathing, companion approval bugs, etc, but I have faith that Larian will be able to tackle and resolve these bugs. For my playthrough, I was fortunate enough to have had no gaming-breaking bugs, and I'm already eager to jump in for my 2nd playthrough.

    Thank you Larian, and I'm going to be enjoying Baldur's Gate 3 for quite a while, and waiting for whatever game comes next from your studio!
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  77. Aug 30, 2023
    4
    Not a Baldur's Gate game. "Anomaly" outrage was a fabricated PR stunt, bots ratio negative reviews 10 to 1, writing is like a bad RPG session. Sad to see this is the best cRPG released lately.
  78. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    I have been waiting for this game for so long and I'm glad that I haven't tried the alfas, the game is amazing after 100 hours in the game I can state that it's a better-than-expected experience, and still haven't finished it. This is a masterpiece and deserves GOTY for 2023
  79. R82
    Aug 30, 2023
    9
    Un juego sorprendente como pocos en estos días por sus mecánicas y su jugabilidad
  80. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    I know it's been said before but I repeat: is a masterpiece! The quantity of possible choices, the writing of the characters, the quality of the contents not only from a purely gaming point of view, but also as an emotional experience through the unfolding and evolution of the main story, together with the individual stories of the characters and companions that accompany the player, it isI know it's been said before but I repeat: is a masterpiece! The quantity of possible choices, the writing of the characters, the quality of the contents not only from a purely gaming point of view, but also as an emotional experience through the unfolding and evolution of the main story, together with the individual stories of the characters and companions that accompany the player, it is simply indescribable.
    Such a level of dedication, love, attention to detail and above all a genuine and deep immersion of the player in a story which, although set in a fantasy world, is absolutely realistic as a result of the player's choices, actions and reactions from the NPCs, I've never found this before in any RPG game of this kind.
    Thank you Larian for giving me one of the best gaming experiences ever, really.
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  81. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    No game I have ever experienced has as much love and genuine effort placed within it that one cannot even experience on a single adventure. This is the epitome of the genre and I, for once, believe the developer/publisher deserves every penny they glean from this wonderful work of art. I'm starting a second play-through shortly, own it on both PC and PS5, and am incredibly excited to enjoyNo game I have ever experienced has as much love and genuine effort placed within it that one cannot even experience on a single adventure. This is the epitome of the genre and I, for once, believe the developer/publisher deserves every penny they glean from this wonderful work of art. I'm starting a second play-through shortly, own it on both PC and PS5, and am incredibly excited to enjoy the story and world from another aspect.
    No BS microtransactions to distract and extract, no nonsensical battle pass, just a wonderful game made by some wonderful people.

    It's not very often I see a dude in a suit of armor with a bunch of devs dressed in cosplay and ultimately become endeared to them as they exude a dedication to the game itself. It really shows in their work.

    Thanks!
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  82. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This game just really surprised me. Started off playing it in early access and turned every rock i could find in part 1. Its just so well made, the cutscenes are amazing, it actually has consequenses so if you do some evil **** it will impact your conversations and gameplay later in the game. Really a nice way to play DND 5e digitally.
  83. 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!
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  84. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Best game in long time, waited for years for something like this and it was worth the wait.
  85. Aug 30, 2023
    9
    One of the best games I have played in a while. I really had a fun playing playing this game. It has some problems like performance issues bugs etc but I those are forgivable and not game breaking. I am sure they will fix those very soon. The only reason I give 9 is because of the act 3 and the ending it provides. You might have seen some "cut" content on the internet and the ending reallyOne of the best games I have played in a while. I really had a fun playing playing this game. It has some problems like performance issues bugs etc but I those are forgivable and not game breaking. I am sure they will fix those very soon. The only reason I give 9 is because of the act 3 and the ending it provides. You might have seen some "cut" content on the internet and the ending really leaves a bad after taste. After playing for more 100 hours you can feel that the ending is really underwhelming and missing. I think the reason for that is they had to release it a month earlier due to starfield. I am not sure when but they will probably make the ending better(probably within this year). Act 1 and Act 2 really increases your expectations about the ending but when you come to act 3 you become very disappointed. I would still recommend the game though because it is very fun to play. I think they made this game very newcomer friendly. You don't need to know anything about dnd to enjoy the game. Expand
  86. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    perfect game, deserves GOTY, perfect gameplay, good dialogue variety, good map sizes, very good graphics
  87. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Right having finished this game thoroughly, I give this game a rating of 9.4/10, score excludes anything to do with bugs or performance hit in act 3.
    The game itself is once in a generation, you would have to wait for another 10 years for something similar. The world, the details, choices, characters, artstyle and graphics are all phenomenal. Music and story was good as well. Combat was faithful to DnD and while it was fun, I think it kind of hamstrung the flow of combat that Divinity 2 had.
    Where the game fell short was bossfights. Gortash and Orin's were not upto standard, I fully expected 2nd phase for both of them. However the Netheric brain fight, Nere, Nightsong fight, Ketheric fight, Raphael fights redeemed it.
    Regarding the characters I liked all of them. However, the game's romance needs work, one thing the need to learn from Bioware. Gale, Wyll and Halsin are too forceful. Karlach, Shadowheart are done just right.
    As for the final fight, it was great but it should have been extended across the whole city like in Dragon Age origins the fight took place across all the Denerim locations. Not perfect, but still very good nonetheless.
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  88. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This is my favorite game of all time. An absolute masterpiece. So much story, beautiful graphics. This is the first time I've reviewed a game, I feel compelled to praise this masterpiece
  89. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    BDG 3 is te the best game of the year, the game have big maps, custum character, races, good history and free world, i like this game
  90. Aug 30, 2023
    2
    without any drastic changes from what was already presented as a demonstration on the PC, there is a lack of innovation and lack of polish in certain areas nothing new compared to the previous games of this franchise. I expected a lot more.
  91. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    I have been waiting for the epic continuation of the Baldurs Gate series for many years and finally there is a 3rd part, which is great and is a worthy successor to the original Baldur's!
  92. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Incroyable!!!
    Le meilleur RPG jamais créé.
    Tout est là. Un chef-d'oeuvre.
  93. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    one of the best role playing game, love the story. the narrator is amazing. played as a sneaky assassin and love how good it feels as good as the hit man games
  94. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Niesamowita przygoda w pięknym olbrzymim świecie. Zadziwiająca wolność wyborów i fajna, wymagająca walką.
  95. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    A dream come true for CRPG and Balurs Gate 1&2 fans. The world building, the narrative, the decissions, the combat, the characters, the possibilities (inmersive sim-like). One in a generation
  96. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    It's Divinity OS2, but more polished and set in the dnd universe. My only gripe is that act 3 tanked my pc comoared to the locations before that. But really everything else is perfection. And yes it's very horny. Though noone is forcing you to engage with it, so just enjoy the rest of the game if that's not your thing.
  97. Aug 30, 2023
    10
    The best CRPG to date, but has technical issues, especially in Act 3. The first two acts, however, are amazing.
  98. Aug 29, 2023
    8
    Juego de rol puro y duro, bastante de nicho. Si has probado otros ya sabes a lo que te enfrentas, si no, es un buen juego para iniciarse ya que tiene mecánicas modernas, así como la información que muestra en pantalla es fácil de entender (daño del arma, resistencias, etc).
  99. Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Great RPG game Ever! Ive Never played in game likr this befor. Im so existed
  100. Aug 29, 2023
    9
    At a vertern gamer, I kinda lost my interest in games nowadays, also, movies, music...... etc. Entertainment no longer built with passion, only with how much margin they can make. I had my doubt with BG3 because it's a name too big to carry by larian studio, and to my suprise they delivered it. It's not a perfect game, plenty rooms to improve here and there, but it's a game with passion.At a vertern gamer, I kinda lost my interest in games nowadays, also, movies, music...... etc. Entertainment no longer built with passion, only with how much margin they can make. I had my doubt with BG3 because it's a name too big to carry by larian studio, and to my suprise they delivered it. It's not a perfect game, plenty rooms to improve here and there, but it's a game with passion.

    I only hope the map of Baldur's Gate is bigger, I spend a long time imagine visit BG again after all these years, and it's smaller than BG1.
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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.