Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. TarHeel
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 became the best game I have ever played. Previous one was Baldur's Gate II.
  2. vxxd
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    The bible of good gaming, game of the decade.
    if you are stupid enough to play only clickers(arpg), this game is not for you.
  3. Kumalo
    Aug 24, 2023
    7
    For all those who have never played Baldur's Gate the vote will definitely be a 10.
    For those like me who played the old titles it can only be a 7 because the game is really well done but it's a Divinity Original Sin 2 with the DnD 5 rules and nothing more, nothing less.
    where are the things peculiar to Baldur's Gate like: - 6x Member Party - Action Turn Combat without turn to turn    For all those who have never played Baldur's Gate the vote will definitely be a 10.
    For those like me who played the old titles it can only be a 7 because the game is really well done but it's a Divinity Original Sin 2 with the DnD 5 rules and nothing more, nothing less.

    where are the things peculiar to Baldur's Gate like:
    - 6x Member Party
    - Action Turn Combat without turn to turn mode
    - Formation mode where you can organize the battle
    - more isometric view (right now it's too far and not well realized)

    I would have given it an 8/9 if it had another name without mentioning Baldur's Gate that right now it's another things and other genre    … Expand
  4. DaxSpa
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    BG3 is a beacon of light for all of the people that love RPG games and Larian is the perfect marriage.

    Personally, I had never played DnD and this game is an awesome entry to it, understanding it has its differences. Its refreshing to be able to play an RPG game that actually feels like it without giving away the classic feel of combat, itemization and exploration.
  5. grandchefpanda
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    The best game I played in the last decade. So many possibilities. The scenario and sub quests are greats, combat is difficult and fun. A really great game in so many ways.
  6. Haltsu
    Aug 24, 2023
    9
    Larian Studios delivers yet another masterpiece 6 years in the making!

    Pros: + Excellent story + Characters are colorful and unique + Gameplay! Turn based goodness with a lot of different paths and choices you can make to effect the story! + Music is fantastic! + Mastering the games mechanics is very rewarding! Easy to play, hard to master. Cons: - Tutorial could be a bit    Larian Studios delivers yet another masterpiece 6 years in the making!

    Pros:
    + Excellent story
    + Characters are colorful and unique
    + Gameplay! Turn based goodness with a lot of different paths and choices you can make to effect
    the story!
    + Music is fantastic!
    + Mastering the games mechanics is very rewarding! Easy to play, hard to master.

    Cons:
    - Tutorial could be a bit better.
    - Act III has some performance issues and bugs.    … Expand
  7. LoadedTrain987
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is an absolute masterpiece that seamlessly melds captivating storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and engaging gameplay.

    From the moment you take a step into its richly detailed world, you get hit by the intricate character development and the morally complex choices that shaped the narrative. The attention to detail in every aspect, from spellcasting to dialogues, is    Baldur's Gate 3 is an absolute masterpiece that seamlessly melds captivating storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and engaging gameplay.

    From the moment you take a step into its richly detailed world, you get hit by the intricate character development and the morally complex choices that shaped the narrative.
    The attention to detail in every aspect, from spellcasting to dialogues, is nothing short of astonishing. Larian Studios has outdone themselves, creating an RPG that not only pays homage to its legendary predecessors but also sets a new standard for the genre.    … Expand
  8. SonjoDeRue
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Un piccolo miracolo, se non per il gioco in sé (comunque di livello altissimo, con dialoghi stupendi e divertente sia dal lato gestionale RPG che da quello tattico del combattimento), anche per la ventata di aria fresca che ha portato sul mercato, mantenendo e superando le aspettative promesse. Sicuramente uno dei giochi più interessanti del 2023, ma forse della decade
  9. Vivarevulction
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    GAME of THE YEAR.
    Thanks Larian This game is awesome.Best RPG game ever.Buy and play.
  10. ljpmatii
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Over 150h in Early Access - awesome. Then started over with full release and I am even more shocked. It got even better. I have over 200h counting loading saves to see other outcomes and licking all the walls. And it was just Act1 with small amount of Act2.
    This is a masterpiece full of content and impossibly good mechanics. A sandbox and a great story altogether. We all know it’s a    Over 150h in Early Access - awesome. Then started over with full release and I am even more shocked. It got even better. I have over 200h counting loading saves to see other outcomes and licking all the walls. And it was just Act1 with small amount of Act2.
    This is a masterpiece full of content and impossibly good mechanics. A sandbox and a great story altogether. We all know it’s a pinnacle of RPG, one of the greatest achievements in games since The Witcher 3.
    It has some flaws which is understandable in such big game, yet still even with lot of bugs and bad next acts (doubt) it’s impossible to lower the score to less than 10.    … Expand
  11. aetran
    Aug 24, 2023
    7
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a great game that progressively loses its steam as it goes on. The first half of the game is great, with great RPG elements, enjoyable characters, and a pretty strong storyline with branching choices. The narrative isn't necessarily amazing, but its a great set-up for an extremely open ended DnD adventure, getting the closest to free-form that most games can. LevelBaldur's Gate 3 is a great game that progressively loses its steam as it goes on. The first half of the game is great, with great RPG elements, enjoyable characters, and a pretty strong storyline with branching choices. The narrative isn't necessarily amazing, but its a great set-up for an extremely open ended DnD adventure, getting the closest to free-form that most games can. Level design is similar to DOS2, giving the player tons of freedom for creative ways to solve problems, similar to an immersive sim. There are a few missteps in the earlier sections of the game, most notably are the almost obnoxiously in-your-face companions who all want to sleep with you the moment you meet them, which can be annoying at best and uncomfortable at worst, but they're not too bad as to damage the experience.
    By the second half, however, your choices become increasingly less meaningful, and eventually, the game stops giving you choices you would have had previously. Act 3 drags this game down badly, and should have been entirely cut to serve as a sequel so that it could be better fleshed out. It is terribly buggy, with heaps of cut content (and apparently content that is effectively cut, not activating due to bugs. This completely ruins the "evil" route in the game, and I'm completely baffled they shipped it like that), in addition to performance issues so bad that the game becomes borderline unplayable at times. Performance degrades horribly as sessions go on, although a restart can help. Despite the awful marketing claim of "17,000" endings, there is one, and it is sequel bait, something that comes across as almost insulting after slogging through Act 3. Here, Larian has continued their tradition of half-baked late-game chapters, but this is easily the worst offender. It's so bad that I have taken 2 off of my score, and if it weren't for the fantastic first 20-30 hours, I likely would have lowered my score to a 6 or below. If Act 3 was a stand-alone game, I could not recommend it in good faith.    … Expand
  12. MehdiRaza
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    A breath of fresh air. Got so tired of the same game concepts getting repeated over and over. I can't stress how much we needed this. It's understandable the game might feel overwhelming at the start, but man once you get the hang of it, it's just amazing. Everything about the game is perfect. And it's fine if you save before rolling the dice, we all do it. :p
  13. twowheelsdown
    Aug 23, 2023
    6
    I'm finding that I am not a fan of clunkily moving around by mouse clicks, and BG3 has a steep learning curve if you've never played a turn based/D&D style game before. It seriously needs a tutorial for newbs with no prior experience in this style of game. The lack of a decent quest tracking system is also frustrating. Worst though are the game killing bugs, like suddenly being permanentlyI'm finding that I am not a fan of clunkily moving around by mouse clicks, and BG3 has a steep learning curve if you've never played a turn based/D&D style game before. It seriously needs a tutorial for newbs with no prior experience in this style of game. The lack of a decent quest tracking system is also frustrating. Worst though are the game killing bugs, like suddenly being permanently encumbered after the patch, even if you dump your entire inventory down to your skivvies. Suggested online fixes like "kill yourself and then pay 200 gold to revive" aren't a fix at all. There is a game here to like, but it would be a lot more likeable if they had made it more friendly to new players, and of course squashed the game killing bugs.… Expand
  14. Straga
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    The best game I've played since The Witcher 3 in 2016, I daresay my experience with Baldur's Gate 3 is even better. Masterfully crafted world with superb storyline that can be told in more ways than one and it will still be miraculously coherent by the end of it.
  15. Bemehoth87
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Es el juego definitivo del año, la historia la jugabilidad hay infinidad de cosas por hacer seguro me jubilare con este videojuego
  16. Zwors
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Aside from some missing actions, it is the perfect D&D game, also Lae'zel is a ****
  17. Gindolfin
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Sets a new benchmark not only for the CRPG genre but all gaming.
    Excellent Story, graphics, sound. Great combat & dialogue systems.
  18. Dowakin
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    This game is amazing, the reason it's only a 9 and not a 10 is because it's a bit difficult at first, the controls are a bit wobbly, but other than that it's a great game. I recommend, but still wait for the release on the Xbox, it's still not a Sony exclusive.
  19. Jasonsoh79
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    The story and gameplay are both enjoyable and there are many customizable builds and optional paths which affect the game. The only issue is I face some game breaking bugs in chapter 3 of the game and I think it needs some polish. Other than that everything has been great!
  20. crl420
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    I know I've only just scratched the surface with the 25+ hours put into this game. Eagerly anticipated this years ago when I first played ealry access. There is actually world changing impact hours after a quest decision was made. So many different directions to go that I can already imagine replay being like a completely new character story arc. I can't wait to see what else thisI know I've only just scratched the surface with the 25+ hours put into this game. Eagerly anticipated this years ago when I first played ealry access. There is actually world changing impact hours after a quest decision was made. So many different directions to go that I can already imagine replay being like a completely new character story arc. I can't wait to see what else this game uncovers for me. My hat is off to Larian Studios. Congratulations on a real winner here.… Expand
  21. YM_Salute
    Aug 23, 2023
    1
    Honestly this game wasn't as good as many made it out to be. Could've been much better. UI bugs are a known issue in this game such as Combat UI bugs, tutorial messages bugs, minor text tweaks, possible blocking issue, Incorrect player portraits, black screen issue, and issues with NPC's crime interrogation dialogue.
  22. Otnisuthunder
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Para mí el número 1 era la saga del Dragon Age pero ahora se coló esta obra maestra en mi number one. Excelente juego, todo elevado a un nivel nunca visto en la historia de los videojuegos.
  23. brsantoshu
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    I've never played this genre of games the same way I've never played souls like games. My first game was Elden Ring where I fell in love with the game and now I'm having the same feeling with Baldurs Gate 3 a new and exciting game.
  24. Tars2000
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Awesome game. Don’t get a lot of time to play games any more, so having something solid with an engaging story is so welcome.
  25. Tygonn
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    The attention to detail, wonderful power of choice, and a plethora of ways to replay, make this game a 10/10 for me. Developers and PR people screaming about how we can’t expect games to be like this should be afraid of consumers finding and experiencing something finally worth while. We won’t forget and I will continue supporting studios producing what we want, not what they think willThe attention to detail, wonderful power of choice, and a plethora of ways to replay, make this game a 10/10 for me. Developers and PR people screaming about how we can’t expect games to be like this should be afraid of consumers finding and experiencing something finally worth while. We won’t forget and I will continue supporting studios producing what we want, not what they think will make them more money.… Expand
  26. FredRN
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. 120h in and still so much to do and explore. Best companion system in the industry with amazing story and your actions and decisions ACTUALLY effect the world and the story. 10/10
  27. Kanr0ss
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Я просто поражен глубиной и захватывающей атмосферой этой RPG игры! От первых минут я погрузился в удивительный мир, полный загадок и приключений. Графика просто потрясающая — каждый уголок этой виртуальной вселенной проработан до мельчайших деталей.помимо захватывающего сюжета, игра также предлагает множество побочных квестов и заданий. Это дарит бесконечные возможности для исследованияЯ просто поражен глубиной и захватывающей атмосферой этой RPG игры! От первых минут я погрузился в удивительный мир, полный загадок и приключений. Графика просто потрясающая — каждый уголок этой виртуальной вселенной проработан до мельчайших деталей.помимо захватывающего сюжета, игра также предлагает множество побочных квестов и заданий. Это дарит бесконечные возможности для исследования мира и взаимодействия с его обитателями. Каждое задание — это отдельная история, добавляющая глубины вселенной игры.

    И, конечно же, нельзя не отметить музыкальное сопровождение. Оно создает неповторимую атмосферу каждой локации и момента игры. Звуки природы, бои, мелодии в городских тавернах — каждая нота добавляет живости и настроения происходящему.

    В заключение, эта RPG игра — настоящий шедевр, который заставил меня поверить в волшебство виртуальных миров. Великолепная графика, захватывающий сюжет, множество возможностей для развития персонажа и атмосферное звуковое сопровождение делают её незабываемой. Однозначно рекомендую всем поклонникам жанра!    … Expand
  28. Spycrabp
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Used to play a few turn-based games on mobile before, and I also played SWTOR but I'm more of an FPS shooter kind of player (Doom Eternal), Paladins, etc.). I'm not a D&D fan but god damn I do love the storytelling in BG3, the combat (though not for everyone), and the exploration. If you are a player looking for action and to get your adrenaline rush, this game is not for you.

    I also    Used to play a few turn-based games on mobile before, and I also played SWTOR but I'm more of an FPS shooter kind of player (Doom Eternal), Paladins, etc.). I'm not a D&D fan but god damn I do love the storytelling in BG3, the combat (though not for everyone), and the exploration. If you are a player looking for action and to get your adrenaline rush, this game is not for you.

    I also love the fact that this game has 0 microtransactions, I've been a victim of this kind of crap for a few years now and just recently realized it's all crap. This game is what we used to play, a complete product right from the get-go.

    And for that, I would like to thank Larian for what they have accomplished.    … Expand
  29. psitarron
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    I am loving this game so far. As someone that grew up with DnD, this is a game that satisfies an itch that's gone unscratched for decades.

    Most modern games put out garbage and monitize everything. They don't respect the players time and money and it shows in the garbage they put out. BG3 goes above and beyond to bring a unique and replayable experience to us, the players. I can also    I am loving this game so far. As someone that grew up with DnD, this is a game that satisfies an itch that's gone unscratched for decades.

    Most modern games put out garbage and monitize everything. They don't respect the players time and money and it shows in the garbage they put out. BG3 goes above and beyond to bring a unique and replayable experience to us, the players. I can also start an adventure with my friends and have a high quality experience. I wish the industry at large would learn from this but they won't because they are greedy. Which is why I no longer buy games until I see the reviews and player experiences. I don't reward them with my business once they ruin the reputation. (cough cough - mass effect, assasin's creed, Cyberpunk, etc.)

    I bought this and it runs great on my mac native right off steam, which I'm surprised by. I may end up buying it again for my PS5 just to reward them extra money for doing it right. it has cross save platform feature which is both thoughtful and practical.    … Expand
  30. Emilio200
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
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Metascore
96

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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