Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. MrSupreme
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This is how games used to be made, so other AAA devs be hating because they don't want to put in effort to make a game like this, they would rather focus on making money with in game shops. I dont expect indie devs to match this quality, but any game asking the same price or more, I expect this kind of quality. Stop being butt hurt and complaining.
    Rant over, now for this masterpiece    This is how games used to be made, so other AAA devs be hating because they don't want to put in effort to make a game like this, they would rather focus on making money with in game shops. I dont expect indie devs to match this quality, but any game asking the same price or more, I expect this kind of quality. Stop being butt hurt and complaining.
    Rant over, now for this masterpiece review with about 40h played and trying to avoid any spoilers.

    Visuals:
    The environments are amazing, the locations look and feel amazing, the underground fortress gave me goosebumps, it looks epic like a fantasy game is supposed to be.
    Characters feels expressive, my drow's smug face gives me a giggle sometimes.
    Visuals on the spells feels believable and effects on the ground are marked properly so you can see what is where, and where it is dangerous to traverse etc.

    World Interactions
    They are making this game worth it alone, the amount of effort they put into NPCs is astounding, at first it felt like the usual and then you start noticing the unexpected ones sometimes very well hidden. The amount of times I saved just to take make an alternate interaction just to see wat happens is easily over 100, and most of the times worth it.
    One of the best things I found was a trader that was selling rare items, but reading the description they are all garbage.
    Read descriptions of items, even underwear.

    Gameplay
    The AI is not the worst, they make good decisions 9/10 times, had a few instances where I could see the AI was not sure how to react to my party's location, but overall they will kill you if you don't plan or position properly and this is on Balanced difficulty, so not sure how it is on the higher difficulty.
    Traversing the areas are nice, got lots of waypoints to tp to, so moving back and forth is enjoyable and not punishing.
    UI is pretty decent, got all you skills automatically added or you can make a custom one.

    Story
    Main plot is typical of RGP, but decent overall and reading the books actually tells you more details that you would think. Party member's stories are not bad either some seemed obvious but unexpected twists are still there so good job overall on them.
    Based on the options available so far, it seems you should be able to side with the bad guys, so I will do a bad guy playthrough, after beating the game and see how well it plays out.

    Overall the game is even better than what I expected, same amount of excitement when Monster hunter World released on PC. Also same amount of quality content.

    Thanks Larian Studios for making us an epic game and don't listen to the haters.    … Expand
  2. sierz
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    More than 19 years I waited exited for a new game of Baldurs Gate, as soon as this game was in early access I played and enjoyed more than 50 hours that the early access version had. The amount of detail this game have is amazing, the consequences, the narrative, the gameplay. Now I have more than 147 hours on the release version of the game and there is still more content to be enjoided.
  3. Talcor
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    I am extremely impressed with this games ability to capture dnd so thoroughly, do you think something should work a certain way like using silence to break a wall stealthily or throwing a potion to heal an ally, or using a goblin as an improvised weapon against an ogre. The story is fantastic and the companions have fantastic questlines. Act 1 alone would be worth the price of this gameI am extremely impressed with this games ability to capture dnd so thoroughly, do you think something should work a certain way like using silence to break a wall stealthily or throwing a potion to heal an ally, or using a goblin as an improvised weapon against an ogre. The story is fantastic and the companions have fantastic questlines. Act 1 alone would be worth the price of this game and a playthrough will easily go over 100 hours.… Expand
  4. JRHawkins
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    I have played this game since early access and it's been amazing to watch it grow and evolve over time. It's polished, funny, dramatic, emotional, tactical, intriguing, and compelling. This is one of the greatest RPGs ever made and this is one of those games that everyone who loves the role-playing experience should check out for themselves!
  5. sickiggy
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Finally a complete game on release. Exact ally what I was looking for. 100% would recommend.NO micro transactions, NO battle pass.
  6. Matsu22
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Deserves an 11 instead of a 10.. ^^
  7. MrSigy
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Most likely game of the year.
    No microtransactions, no DLC, Listening to the consumers.
    A very big project for a company that was truely invested into making this.
    Wish them all the best.
  8. Mightylink
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    No microtransactions, no drm, no always online and it's only $60 at launch. This is such a perfect release in every aspect and deserves a perfect score.
  9. steftor
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    The best RPG of this generation, Larian has knocked it out of the park with this game. A true RPG where decisions matter and no two playthroughs are the same. I will be playing this game for many years to come. oh, I got to tell you, it was perfect. Perfect. Everything, down to the last minute details.
  10. Vliesie
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Game had a blast playing through it There needs to be major updates to the ending of the game it felt way to sudden not even so much as a party to celebrate or a update of a year later in slide shows of here is every character now just 3 lines and cut to black I was abit wretched by ending but I thought the rest of the game was fantastic definitely something they could fix with a update… Expand
  11. Luger
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This game has become a classic. Thank you Larian Studios for the new standard rpg
  12. Guillotinehawk
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    One of the best games ever. You can literally do anything. You can see the passion and love that has gone into this game to create a vision, a plan, an idea. The ultimate game.
  13. orvisdlime
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Its just very thought out and the freedom of possibility is just nuts. I keep thinking im done with the act 1 map and boooommmm there is more
  14. Sillyken
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Best Role Playing Game in a while. High replay value and has zero microtransaction.
  15. spens5878
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    120 hours in and I’m having an incredible time With this game. It’s everything I want in a game especially not having to pay more money to play a game I already paid for!
  16. grudgeoms
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece.

    Finally a product that feels like it was made with passion and not a blank check.
  17. Legac3e
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Absolutely incredible. I'm just shy of 50 hours into my first play-through and I am only just now finishing up the last side quest that I can find in Act 1 and about to advance into Act 2. So, considering it sounds like I'm no where near done with the main story, (which has been incredible, as have the side quests), I can't wait to see what is in store for me in the rest of the game.

    I    Absolutely incredible. I'm just shy of 50 hours into my first play-through and I am only just now finishing up the last side quest that I can find in Act 1 and about to advance into Act 2. So, considering it sounds like I'm no where near done with the main story, (which has been incredible, as have the side quests), I can't wait to see what is in store for me in the rest of the game.

    I have already gotten more than my monies worth out of the game, and I can't recommend it enough!    … Expand
  18. Torashi
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Beat the game in 80 hours of playtime and I can't wait to start a new character and try different things. This is a game that makes you want to keep playing it over and over to see everything.
  19. gfabian08
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Absolutely perfectly perfect! I feel like a kid again and enjoying every second of it!
  20. Maroonya
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Definitely the new standard especially for AAA. So much fun online and I bet lots of great expansions coming!
  21. Multality
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    O melhor jogo de RPG feito ate o momento. Parabéns Larian Studios, superou a qualidade da serie Divinity que e maravilhosa tambem.
  22. Dorito_Dewnado
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    They know what gamers want. My dick out during cut scenes and a lot of sexy time.
  23. Desinghit
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    no es el mejor juego del año, es el mejor juego de la historia, el más trabajado. simplemente INCREIBLE
  24. icewyrm
    Sep 2, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!! Larian KINGS!!!… Expand
  25. Gnarlyivy
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    No micro-transactions
    No in-game purchases
    No paywalls
    No game passes
    No preorder exploitative content
    No internet connection needed to play.

    THIS SHALL BE THE NEW STANDARD FOR AAA GAMES!
  26. Zer0and1
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3" flawlessly intertwines classic RPG charm with contemporary gaming mechanics, solidifying its place as the ultimate masterpiece of our time. An unquestionable 10/10.
  27. Liber_Lion
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Ubisoft, EA, and Activision should shove their micro "P" and let the people talk about how really great this game is and how hardworking Larian studio is, and how happy it makes us her consumers feel, first of all, no micro-transaction a pricy game like everything new on the market but you pay for what you get and here you get a great made RPG story-rich game with amazing RPG DnD likeUbisoft, EA, and Activision should shove their micro "P" and let the people talk about how really great this game is and how hardworking Larian studio is, and how happy it makes us her consumers feel, first of all, no micro-transaction a pricy game like everything new on the market but you pay for what you get and here you get a great made RPG story-rich game with amazing RPG DnD like gameplay inspired turn-based "Larian Style" as we like and not like some other thrash on the market who afraid to lose their money because they make thrash and we are not people for them anymore we are just an easy bu$ck, not a people who enjoy the art, so please look to who you give your bu$ck, give it to someone who appreciates you and makes a great piece of art and not to someone who doesn't cares about giving you a great product and only want's to use you.… Expand
  28. MrChikan
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Bought game, havnt played giving score of 10 for what it is, and also to balance the stupid 0 review's who probably dont own the game.
  29. SniperFury
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    An amazing game where it is was designed with love and crafted with care. Every playable character is unique beautifully voice acted and written well. The game is far superior to any game made today. The love, attention and care payed to the whole without the BS live service or macro transactions. The games gives you in the first 10 hours what other games would give you in 30.
  30. Garadares
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    An awesome and also complete game upon release. Quite a rare sight these days, eh? :D
  31. ChopkinW_N
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Literally masterpiece! This is must-play game. All aspects of the game are PERFECTLY integrated and HIGH QUALITY made
  32. Shadowgrunt
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Me and my partner cannot get enough, this game is amazing in scope and polish. What this team has achieved is truly breath taking! Thank you Larien for bringing us so much joy
  33. chriscronos
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece....................................................................
  34. Nightsting
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Best game ever, love it. Can't get enough. The problem with newer games like Diablo 4 is the people being them
  35. Ainy
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Best RPG since Dragon Age 1 release. Larian's quality is like Blizzard 25 years ago.
  36. Coroa
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Me senti jogando uma mesa de D&D! O jogo é imersivo e divertido sem falar em todas as possibilidades que podem ser feitas com cada classe. Roubar, matar, se aliar a um e inimigo e depois trai-lo ou ser um a gente do caos e não se aliar a ninguém, enfim são muitas as possibilidades.
  37. CarlosFigueroa
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Maravilhoso.
    Primeiro jogo de turno, fiquei com receio de não gostar e simplesmente não consigo parar de jogar.
    Receio ficar com dpbg, depressão pós Baldurs Gate :(
  38. Ulfberg
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    New King has arriverd finally Fallout 2 is on 2nd place in my top game ever.
  39. lorram
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Jogo do ano, obra prima feita com carinho, cada detalhe e lugar que você entra no jogo com historia e detalhes incríveis
  40. Patovox
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! Congratulations for the Devs. História mode is complex with a lot of ways do solve quests. Perfect.
  41. HellCattZ
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Best most complete new AAA G
    game i've played in years and 100% game of the year i already have 68 hours played.
  42. Tang_de_Feijao
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This is Larian's best game. A truly masterpiece. Game of the Year contender!
  43. Diablo4
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    60 dollars for a microtransaction free, battle pass free, subscription free, non-live service game in the year of our lord 2023. . . Wild.
  44. FRT123
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Truly a masterpiece from Larian Studios! Huge world I love every second I’m playing this game!
  45. MetaKritiker90
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing! So much freedom! It's gigantic in scope and complexity.
    Even AAA developers like Blizzard and Insomniac cried on Twitter (or X) that it's unfair to compare other games to BG3. Lol.
    What better advertisement do you need for this beautiful game? The competition thinks it's way too good! Go and play it :)
  46. Yahmza
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    An incredible achievement of art direction, writing and game design. An amazing game.
  47. quidpro
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 flawlessly blends classic RPG essence with modern gaming. With stunning visuals, immersive storytelling, and strategic gameplay, it's a captivating adventure. Yes, there are occasional bugs but they are countered by Larian Studios' commitment to improvement.

    In Brief: A modern classic, Baldur's Gate 3 masterfully mixes old and new RPG elements. Exciting visuals, rich    Baldur's Gate 3 flawlessly blends classic RPG essence with modern gaming. With stunning visuals, immersive storytelling, and strategic gameplay, it's a captivating adventure. Yes, there are occasional bugs but they are countered by Larian Studios' commitment to improvement.

    In Brief: A modern classic, Baldur's Gate 3 masterfully mixes old and new RPG elements. Exciting visuals, rich storytelling, and tactical gameplay shine, despite being such a niche genre.    … Expand
  48. Sylsurfer
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    This is a Gem and i´m so thankfull that Larian Studios show how it should be to make Games for Gamers.
    I love every Aspect of BG3 and i´m forever grateful that we can see such a perfect Release and Treatment from a Puplisher/Studio like yours.
    Thank you Larian Studios love you Guys ! My GOTY ! PS: Attention Rockstar, Blizzard, EA, Ubisoft, Bethesda, Insomniac, Naughty Dog, Sony, and    This is a Gem and i´m so thankfull that Larian Studios show how it should be to make Games for Gamers.
    I love every Aspect of BG3 and i´m forever grateful that we can see such a perfect Release and Treatment from a Puplisher/Studio like yours.
    Thank you Larian Studios love you Guys !
    My GOTY !

    PS:
    Attention Rockstar, Blizzard, EA, Ubisoft, Bethesda, Insomniac, Naughty Dog, Sony, and all other Publishers and Studios,

    See? This is how you truly show appreciation to your Customers/Gamers and earn genuine admiration and Financial success. It's about Time to rethink your Strategies and Embrace a more Ethical approach.
    Put an end to the excessive Reliance on Microtransactions and steer away from predatory and anti-consumer practices. We have enough!    … Expand
  49. Niviix
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    The 200 BRL best invested in my life, I have no words to describe my satisfaction
    Clearly the game of the year
  50. Eurakuan
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    GOTY sem duvida, 1000x melhor que o zelda com grafico de Android, jogabilidade e história incrivel.
  51. SpaceMagiks
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    My first ever CRPG game and I'm loving it, they have really polished this game over the last 3 years and is 100% contender for GOTY without a doubt
  52. roxan200
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This game is not banned in my region (Russia) and I'm genuinely happy about it.
  53. Testkas
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de RPG de la década , casi que del siglo , casi en general , casi pero existe pou El juego es demaciado completo , se siente el poder de la decisiones que se toman ya sea para bien o para mal , muy fácil de comprender sin tantos sistemas densos que dificulten el acceso a jugadores nuevos en el género , simplemente GOTY
  54. Percilus
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game with a ton of replay value, you can tell the developers want this game to be successful and loved with how much work they are continuing to put into the game. I look forward to seeing what else is added over time.
  55. TigerEliam
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Easily one of the best and most well-crafted RPGS of all time. It's clear Larian really cares about the game and the community. chef's kiss
  56. madgreek
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    It's the best game I've played in the last 10 years, for sure. The first act has not yet been completed, 100 wonderful hours have been played, I think there will be a lot of interesting things ahead!
  57. Heikki
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Videogame perfection. This is what all other game companies should aspire to do, and this should really be the standard from now on from this price point. Congratulations Larian Studios, you guys renewed my hope in videogames.
  58. Phoonzang
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Worth the wait. This is what a CRPG should be. A breath of fresh air in a games industry too focused on profit over quality.
  59. PMS_Jordan
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    I never played a Baldur's Gate game before nor D&D. However, this game is top notch! I'm about 26 hours into it so far and I'm loving every minute of it. I'm 99% sure BG3 will end up as my GOTY.
  60. rafagv
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Simply amazing! One of the best rpgs I have ever played. Pretty rare to find games like this now a days
  61. Aqua678
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Amazing, simply amazing. Larian have outdone themselves and raised the standard for what the gaming industry can and should accomplish.
  62. Swclark777
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    A perfect game - incredible narrative, nuanced characters, and mind blowing battles, this is the game of the year. I doubt we’ll ever see another RPG on this level again.
  63. BreddanRodgers
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Knew this would be great going into it based on previous experience with Larian games and playing the Early Access at the beginning but my word I am blown away with how amazing this game gets. GOTY absolutely, GOTD probably
  64. SalaciousGoo
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best video game I've played in years. I'd give it an 11 if I could. Every turn reveals new mysteries and wonderful experiences like I've never seen in interactive media.
  65. Egeee
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    10/10 game very nice. Well done. Just play and see. You should play to understand how beautiful the game mechanics and how it lets you do anything you can imagine.
  66. popeke
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    one of the greatest games of all time and a new milestone for D&d in video games
  67. sirius2145
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The best game i had in a while . Very interesting game play, amazing cut scenes, non linear etc etc etc only positive . Highly recommend to anyone. Even my wife who is far away from gaming are playing it
  68. tuoshaobo
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    the greatest game ever!! It's a masterpiece. every character is amazing, the story is unforgettable.
  69. Macaw95
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    BG3 is just a proper, outsanding masterpiece of a game. A project that took 6 years made by a rare, classy and passionate video game studio, who not only have the expertise of making RPGs, but to also to listen and relying with the community to make what we are witnessing right now. Larian Studios had done it again, and this the breakout that they needed and deserved. This game will beBG3 is just a proper, outsanding masterpiece of a game. A project that took 6 years made by a rare, classy and passionate video game studio, who not only have the expertise of making RPGs, but to also to listen and relying with the community to make what we are witnessing right now. Larian Studios had done it again, and this the breakout that they needed and deserved. This game will be remembered as one of the all time best modern games around, and definitely will set the new standard of RPGs. This is really a love letter for not only D&D fans, but the old-school gaming and RPGs in general. God Bless, Larian.… Expand
  70. Jusler86
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever. Nice stor, graphics and gameplay!!!!¡!!!!!!!!!!!!

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!    … Expand
  71. Jonnyrosa
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Realmente um dos jogos mais incríveis que ja vi, pois a preocupação com os detalhes, os diálogos, os diversos segredos que muitas vezes passam batido pelo jogador casual, as diversas formas de resolver as quests, realmente é cartilha que deveria ser seguida pela maioria das desenvolvedoras.
  72. SickK
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Incredible amount of quality packed content within a normal full priced game, that just loves to please the crowd. Everythings screams passion. Everything screams masterpiece, you dont need to like the combat, but you have to aknowledge its depth. Just amazing.
  73. jkgames
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a masterpiece combining brilliantly written interactive storytelling with an engaging tactical combat system amid a dense open world.

    Every detail is purposeful.
  74. andrebolivar
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This is TRULY the new generation coming for us!!! A new pattern for gaming development!
  75. pegasuazle
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    Best RPG released in decades. The early access was great on it's own, and the full launch has surpassed my already high hopes. Both the RPG and combat elements are amazing for an RPG in this era, and the devs are already hard at work fixing release bugs. Monks are a little wonky, probably because they weren't in early access and had no player feedback, but hopefully they'll address some ofBest RPG released in decades. The early access was great on it's own, and the full launch has surpassed my already high hopes. Both the RPG and combat elements are amazing for an RPG in this era, and the devs are already hard at work fixing release bugs. Monks are a little wonky, probably because they weren't in early access and had no player feedback, but hopefully they'll address some of the issues and general feedback on them in the next month or two.… Expand
  76. johnylopes
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    10/10 Great RPG game Ever!
    this game will be game of the year!!
    Great job Larian Studios.
  77. fxlj1t
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Лучшая игра на данный момент, буду разочарован если не выиграет игру года. Гы
  78. Foolery
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Great game, I would definitely suggest it to everyone, even the ones that wouldn't normally play turn based games
  79. anticlovek
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    this game is amazing. it reminds me playing old Baldurs gate games and first Dragon age... but it is actually better in all possible ways.. I have played for 25 hours and it is still getting better and better.. roleplaying mechanics and options and ways to go with your character are just amazing.. it is just excelent game with hundreds of hours of FUN. and fun is something that is missingthis game is amazing. it reminds me playing old Baldurs gate games and first Dragon age... but it is actually better in all possible ways.. I have played for 25 hours and it is still getting better and better.. roleplaying mechanics and options and ways to go with your character are just amazing.. it is just excelent game with hundreds of hours of FUN. and fun is something that is missing in a lot of AAA games in recent years.… Expand
  80. Cantila
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This is the dream RPG come true. Played over 500 hour in the Early Access alone, and the full release has lived up to the hype and more. If you're going to buy one game this decade, let it be this one. There's never been a game with so much reactivity and player agency. There not a single boring fetch quest or collect X items to save character Y, all the quests comes with a natural flow asThis is the dream RPG come true. Played over 500 hour in the Early Access alone, and the full release has lived up to the hype and more. If you're going to buy one game this decade, let it be this one. There's never been a game with so much reactivity and player agency. There not a single boring fetch quest or collect X items to save character Y, all the quests comes with a natural flow as you progress and all characters feel alive. Almost every single NPC of the over 2000 in the game have some unique dialogue. You can enter every single house in Badlur's Gate and talk to every NPC there and many have hidden stories that can lead to quests. On the higher difficulty mode the AI isn't simply buffed with stats like every other game. Instead the AI gets smarter, and has access to more abilities and uses potions or the environment (like exploding barrels) to its advantage. On top of all this comes beautifully crafted environments and characters that will make you laugh, upset or even cry, not to mention the absolutely awesome music scores. This game's a must buy even if you are normally not fond of the genre.… Expand
  81. MiguelD
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Never played D&D, but this is just an amazing game. This game has been developed with love and passion with a highly skilled team with high standards and commitment.

    1: Great story and a beautiful world. 2: Great characters. 3: Amazing amount of detail! 4: Side quests that actually make sense. 5: Finally a game that's actually worth your money. 6: A developer and publisher that    Never played D&D, but this is just an amazing game. This game has been developed with love and passion with a highly skilled team with high standards and commitment.

    1: Great story and a beautiful world.
    2: Great characters.
    3: Amazing amount of detail!
    4: Side quests that actually make sense.
    5: Finally a game that's actually worth your money.
    6: A developer and publisher that actually cares about their product and the gaming community.
    7: Next level replay value!
    8: Multiplayer co-op.    … Expand
  82. iArtur
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    As a fan of BG1 i like this one very much :) I can higly recommend the game to anyone
  83. europeanconquer
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    I am literally in love with this game. Goddamn masterpiece.

    I will never forget this priceless experience.
  84. Botsis
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece.

    A class on gender and a class for the whole industry in different ways.
  85. Emrawww
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Simply a masterpiece. This is wat gaming needs. Full on passion. This takes everything from DOS2 and somehow manages to make it even better. DOS2 was already a 10/10.

    People rating this game below 8 are simply haters or didn't even play the game more that a few hours. You cannot deny that this game is NEEDED in the space especially with all big AAA games releasing with season passes,    Simply a masterpiece. This is wat gaming needs. Full on passion. This takes everything from DOS2 and somehow manages to make it even better. DOS2 was already a 10/10.

    People rating this game below 8 are simply haters or didn't even play the game more that a few hours. You cannot deny that this game is NEEDED in the space especially with all big AAA games releasing with season passes, micro transactions etc. This igame will be remembered as one of the best games ever made.    … Expand
  86. A1ucard
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Larian and Valve-Steam(Gabe)
    real creators! and perhaps the last who did not rot in the gaming industry
  87. nemertis
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    The best RPG ever! Thanks Larian Studios for amasing games! 10/10 GOTY 2023.
  88. HonestGamerGirl
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    ACT 2 and 55 hours in. This game is the best game I've ever played in my life. I look forward to replaying it and playing with friends tomorrow in a planned weekly campaign!

    WELL DONE! You earned this 10/10, you actually really did.
  89. Branvalis
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Here we go again, having to give a 10 to fight against yet another unfair review bombing against a perfectly good game. Just #deleteuserscore.

    Baldur's Gate 3 deserves the popularity is gaining these days. I didn't see anything beyond act 1 on my PC as I'd rather play it on PS5, but from what I saw it's without any doubt a refreshing new entry in the RPG genre. DOS2 was already a very    Here we go again, having to give a 10 to fight against yet another unfair review bombing against a perfectly good game. Just #deleteuserscore.

    Baldur's Gate 3 deserves the popularity is gaining these days. I didn't see anything beyond act 1 on my PC as I'd rather play it on PS5, but from what I saw it's without any doubt a refreshing new entry in the RPG genre. DOS2 was already a very solid CRPG, but BG3 is giving me the same incredible vibes I only got playing Dragon Age Origins for the first time. I hope the devs will manage to fix as many bugs as possibile so that everyone will be able to fully enjoy this masterpiece as truly intended on all platforms as soon as possibile. Cheers to Larian Studios for the amazing job!    … Expand
  90. evernite
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    It is the best CRPG i played since DOS2. Thanks Larian to bring this masterpiece to us. I really enjoy every moment in game.
  91. qqimwfw
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Top 5 games of all games played in career，Larian's best game。Represents the extreme of the game in all aspects
  92. Zxrencar
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Одна з найкращих ігор за останні роки. Цікавий сюжет, чудові персонажі та хороший геймплей.
  93. Vashiro
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Dear lord, this game is so goooood! Played it for nearly 30 hours and still in ACT 1 out of 3 ACTs. So much content, so much to do, so much to discover. I've locked myself out of certain side quests because of my decisions but I am still having a blast and know that this game has so much replayability possibilities.

    The world, characters, atmosphere, voice actors, writing and the cool    Dear lord, this game is so goooood! Played it for nearly 30 hours and still in ACT 1 out of 3 ACTs. So much content, so much to do, so much to discover. I've locked myself out of certain side quests because of my decisions but I am still having a blast and know that this game has so much replayability possibilities.

    The world, characters, atmosphere, voice actors, writing and the cool turn based combat with so much depth to passives/actives and classes, it's all so AMAZINGLY cool. This game is a "complete-feature game". I can't believe that I have to be thankful for something like that... we live in 2023 and we are constantly getting unfinished products (with MTX plastered all over it) that have a premium price slapped on it, meanwhile this game just offers it all without any invasive MTX. Only preorder MTX which is totally fine.

    10/10 Game for me! This is coming from someone who's not an avid Turn Based Combat gamer. Thank you Larian Studios! I am not setting my expectations to be always as high as BG3 for you, but you've won someone over. Looking forward to your future projects.    … Expand
  94. JackKrauser
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Father of role playing games.

    I have nothing to say other than perfect. Biggest Game of the Year nominee.
  95. phatty
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Bugs are limited, story is amazing, no microtransactions. Game bangs. recommend 10/10
  96. Farandr
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    ---{ Graphics }---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful ☑ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{ Gameplay }--- ☑ Very good ☐ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{ Difficulty }--- ☐ Just press 'W' ☐ Easy ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master ☑ Significant brain usage ☐ Difficult ☐ Dark Souls ---{ Story    ---{ Graphics }---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful
    ☑ Good
    ☐ Decent
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Don‘t look too long at it
    ☐ MS-DOS

    ---{ Gameplay }---
    ☑ Very good
    ☐ Good
    ☐ It's just gameplay
    ☐ Mehh
    ☐ Watch paint dry instead
    ☐ Just don't

    ---{ Difficulty }---
    ☐ Just press 'W'
    ☐ Easy
    ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
    ☑ Significant brain usage
    ☐ Difficult
    ☐ Dark Souls

    ---{ Story }---
    ☐ No Story
    ☐ Some lore
    ☐ Average
    ☐ Good
    ☐ Lovely
    ☑ It'll replace your life

    ---{ Game Time }---
    ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
    ☐ Short
    ☐ Average
    ☐ Long
    ☑ To infinity and beyond

    ---{Final Score }---
    ☐ 6
    ☐ 7
    ☐ 8
    ☐ 9
    ☑ 10    … Expand
  97. silenthill23
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    Unreal quality. I've spent 35h in early access and was worried I'd get bored before I redo this part - nope, just blasted through it in 25 hours... again. It's unreal how full of quality content this game is. Might be my game of the decade.

    I never thought that a game this "calm and slow" when it comes to pacing of action might become one of my all time favorites.
  98. Rapture96
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    The Story in Bladurs Gate and Forza Horizon has to be the exact polar opposite, here we have a well thought out Text, Face animation, and amusing/exiting choises, in Forza you the whole story was written by an AI Chat Bot. and this is only the Chat Part!
    Other then Pokemon or Chrono Trigger i never played much of Turn-based Games, but its very fitting for this Game, a Friend was turned    The Story in Bladurs Gate and Forza Horizon has to be the exact polar opposite, here we have a well thought out Text, Face animation, and amusing/exiting choises, in Forza you the whole story was written by an AI Chat Bot. and this is only the Chat Part!
    Other then Pokemon or Chrono Trigger i never played much of Turn-based Games, but its very fitting for this Game, a Friend was turned off by the open Camera, but its like a Sandbox Camera Style with Alot of Freedom and good Visibality over the Fight and the World (with WASD + Native Camera mod)
    The Quest are another Outstanding Point, i coundn't tell the diffenece between Main and Side Mission, both where of peak Quality and Amusement
    Overall Larin Studius made a new Fan in me and many others and pushed it self of one of the current best Game makers in the Game with this Title!    … Expand
  99. Reaperofoz
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Awsome game. This is how games should be released. No microtransactions or season passes. Complete game for the price.
  100. Shax06
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Truly a masterpiece of the RPG genre and the culmination of all the best things from the studio so far.
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Universal acclaim - based on 112 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 111 out of 112
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 112
  3. Negative: 0 out of 112
  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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