Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. Nwnh462
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    I never played a baldurs gate game before and the cover art looked like this was going to be garbage.

    I grew up addicted to star wars knights of the old republic (1 + 2), dragon age origins, RuneScape and WoW. Other than WoW and OSRS the KOTOR/DAO style games fell off the face of the earth. I’ve spent years wondering when a game like this would be made. The graphics are outstanding, it    I never played a baldurs gate game before and the cover art looked like this was going to be garbage.

    I grew up addicted to star wars knights of the old republic (1 + 2), dragon age origins, RuneScape and WoW. Other than WoW and OSRS the KOTOR/DAO style games fell off the face of the earth. I’ve spent years wondering when a game like this would be made. The graphics are outstanding, it actually runs well, and it’s unbelievable how detailed it is. The little stuff goes a long way. Salami can be food or a crappy weapon. It’s little touches like that that I just love about this game and it’s actually pretty challenging depending on how you want to play    … Expand
  2. Saselandiaxbox1
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Is a experience very good dwqdwqdwqdddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
  3. Ilton
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    A rich and immersive game, with great freedom of action and choices. Outstanding characters, an engaging story, fun and so perfectly developed that you can play it several times without getting bored. Highly recommended for D&D fans, as it's the closest thing to a tabletop RPG ever created. Highly recommended for anyone who has never played this type of game as well.
  4. cmoyano
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Developers just like they did with Elden Ring are jealous of the success of this massive incredible game.
    They say its an anomaly and not a new standard.

    lets get it right boys, its a new standard in CRPG and RPG in general.

    Incredible game.
  5. kozzy420
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time, been playing rpgs since the 80's and this is one of the best ever. Genre defining. Amazing graphics, the best combat maybe ever in an rpg, great voice work, high quality side quests and its fun as hell.

    Well done Larian! GOTY so far
  6. Adovisk
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Simply one of the defining experiences when it comes to D&D-based RPGs. A spectacular piece of work delivered by a company that has shown complete love and respect for its product and its consumers. Extremely fun and addictive.
  7. TooHigh2Die
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Finally a developer that understands what players want in a RPG as this gives unmatched variety/depth/freedom in it's gameplay. I hired a Female Dwarf Barbarian who has some cool perk where she gets stronger with LESS armor/clothing on... so the game let me take everything off including underwear and she now charges into battle bare naked with just a Axe and boots on and she is easily myFinally a developer that understands what players want in a RPG as this gives unmatched variety/depth/freedom in it's gameplay. I hired a Female Dwarf Barbarian who has some cool perk where she gets stronger with LESS armor/clothing on... so the game let me take everything off including underwear and she now charges into battle bare naked with just a Axe and boots on and she is easily my strongest character.

    I didn't think I was going to like the slower turn based combat coming from games like Diablo 4 and Remnant 2. To compare, those games feel like babies first RPG compared to the options and depth in this combat. Not only are you controlling a party of 4 but they all have their own skills/gear/personalities. And the loot system is amazing as well as 1 chest in some random ladies house you ransacked will have amazing boots for that naked dwarf barb I mentioned earlier.

    I wasn't expecting to get this game but I had to jump on board once I saw the numbers on Steam and I am so glad I did as this is easily one of the best RPG's ever made. Even if you don't like turn based combat/tactical RPG's I would still buy it just for the amazing possibilities the game allows you to explore that many games lack.    … Expand
  8. Slothy2406
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    What is this! A game that doesn't have microtransactions!! The full game on release day! A game that doesn't seem to have gaming stopping bugs on day one!! A game where the servers were able to handle the load of everyone downloading the game at the same time!! Well played Larian Studios, I love it. The game is also extremely good.
  9. Hammill
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played in my life. I thought Larian could not do better than in DoS II, but they surely did. It's not just like playing BGIII, but living it, as so great is the immersion and game reaction to your choices/play style.
  10. Mezzeruk
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Rarely do I post a review after five hours play. I remember well the previous two titles even though I never played much of them in their day. I was sceptical about BG3 due to turn based more strategic combat. I was hooked the moment I started playing. This is a one of a kind video game with so much detail and love poured into its design. Everything is crammed with detail and choice.Rarely do I post a review after five hours play. I remember well the previous two titles even though I never played much of them in their day. I was sceptical about BG3 due to turn based more strategic combat. I was hooked the moment I started playing. This is a one of a kind video game with so much detail and love poured into its design. Everything is crammed with detail and choice. Visually it's sound, audio is sublime, gameplay is excellent and the pure freedom at every turn is mind blowing. This is rare for me to write and be knocked back by a game in modern times...over 40 years in gaming and BG3 has restored faith that a dev team still makes real games with heart and soul. Never played D&D games but know of it. That's irrelevant as it's an incredible gaming experience regardless of your choice of interests.… Expand
  11. 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
  12. skealton
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    A legendary "hall of famer" sequel to a legendary game. If only action RPG appeals you just head your way, otherwise it's best turn based RPG of the decade by far (sorry Pillar of Eternity or Divinity) . For you who don't know, BG 1 and 2 are considered as the best heroic fantasy turn by turn RPG made by Bioware at tha time.
    Fallout I and II was the best in Post-Apocalyptic settings for    A legendary "hall of famer" sequel to a legendary game. If only action RPG appeals you just head your way, otherwise it's best turn based RPG of the decade by far (sorry Pillar of Eternity or Divinity) . For you who don't know, BG 1 and 2 are considered as the best heroic fantasy turn by turn RPG made by Bioware at tha time.
    Fallout I and II was the best in Post-Apocalyptic settings for the same category.
    Been playing in early access for while, and now the final game has shipped.
    in a nutshell

    Pros
    - Turn based tactical RPG with all the best features of that genre,
    - environnement interaction is top notch (fights are much more vertical that can be expected),
    - they stayed true to the Table top RPG AD&D and lore
    - Graphical AD&D eye candy and artstyle.
    - Lots and I say lots of RPG dialogue with choices, implications and consequences.
    - All your NPC can die and has more or less an impact on the story.
    - I felt like the whole "Beast and fiends" creatures were in the game.
    - Rolling the dice is so satisfying, If the game could use connected dices I would buy them.
    - Group management is very good (inventory, roster management...)
    - Multiplayer like in your good old table top game.
    - Music are epic and in the best of the genres.
    - Campaign length is really nice and not over-stuffed by filler fetch quests that sucks
    - Super replayability (I have restarted during the early access, and the prologue was rather different, based on NPC that died or not..)

    Cons
    - Cameras management could be better.
    - a little bit laggish on my intel i12 12900k + RTX4090 (but not frame rate issue) just a overall feel.
    - Still some very minor graphical glitches
    - IA is kinda meh...
    - Abandon hope of social interactions IRL once your sucked into for about 100 hours
    - Kinda tough where you're low level and if you have lost experience playing with level 1 characters for a while on AD&D.
    - UX is not fully intuitive at first but once you get the hang of it, that's pretty fluid

    This game is a monster in all categories and is currently my game of the year.
    It definitely has that "generation-defining" feel.    … Expand
  13. mzx1374794106
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    我能沉浸在这个奇幻的世界里多长时间？我自己也不知道。但是我已经入迷了。
  14. Adcgjml1
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    This game is phenomenal. I find it odd people are criticizing the side characters in a game where you literally create your own story. The game runs at 60 fps on my ROG ally as well so maybe the people complaining should upgrade their 970s from 2014.
  15. Lexasauris
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Best game. I am literally playing 3 games at the same time. One Solo play through, and one each with two of my friends, and i’m still enjoying every one of them. One of the reasons why is because in each play through I have a different party composition. I’ll be playing this game for a long while.
  16. Hallifex
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Contender for best RPG video game ever made. Buy the game.

    Larian pours heart and soul into their games like no other company. No pay walls, no BS. Just a great, mature, fantasy RPG.
  17. dolsev
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Amazing in early access, even more amazing in full version, masterpiecemasterpiecemasterpiecemasterpiecemasterpiece
  18. Ellhans
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    BG3 good. D4 bad.

    What else is there to say? This game is an absolute masterpiece.
  19. Mihai90
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    This game is a gem that we must all treasure and enjoy. It is a labor of love made by gamers for gamers. Truly the most accurate representation of a D&D board game brought to our gaming machines. Moreover this game is huge and was not sliced into pieces to be sold separately, which in this day and age should be seen as a remarkable display of backbone and integrity. I almost cried happyThis game is a gem that we must all treasure and enjoy. It is a labor of love made by gamers for gamers. Truly the most accurate representation of a D&D board game brought to our gaming machines. Moreover this game is huge and was not sliced into pieces to be sold separately, which in this day and age should be seen as a remarkable display of backbone and integrity. I almost cried happy tears when I realized what we have here and I hope that Larian will never sell their IP, because this is what we need in order to have the games that we deserve.… Expand
  20. dch528
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    A new gold standard for not only RPG's, but game design as a whole. While the game is rooted in the D&D 5e ruleset that may present a steep learning curve for beginners, players will be quickly rewarded for learning the mechanics. The writing and world building here is a benchmark for gaming, and combat is satisfying in its habit of rewarding shrewd and creative positioning and partyA new gold standard for not only RPG's, but game design as a whole. While the game is rooted in the D&D 5e ruleset that may present a steep learning curve for beginners, players will be quickly rewarded for learning the mechanics. The writing and world building here is a benchmark for gaming, and combat is satisfying in its habit of rewarding shrewd and creative positioning and party building. Easily a 150+ hour experience, stop reading reviews and go play this.… Expand
  21. Aberdokki
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    The only thing this game could do better, would be to allow a 5th coop player.
    But that's how the internet goes these days, 4 is all we get anywhere.
    This is a game by developers who want you to: - Enjoy playing their game. - Enjoy finding loot while playing their game. - Level at a reasonably fun and enjoyable rate while playing their game. Buldars Gate 3 Is not interested in    The only thing this game could do better, would be to allow a 5th coop player.
    But that's how the internet goes these days, 4 is all we get anywhere.

    This is a game by developers who want you to:
    - Enjoy playing their game.
    - Enjoy finding loot while playing their game.
    - Level at a reasonably fun and enjoyable rate while playing their game.

    Buldars Gate 3 Is not interested in slowing your gameplay loop down artificially so you have to play more in order to achieve any of the above    … Expand
  22. KingBrewHA
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Must play game!!!! Honestly recommend watching a tips a tricks video if you’re going into this brand new or have reservations because of its unique style, but dear lord the amount of things available in game/combat is is literally up to your imagination if you have the knowledge of the game and systems. Storylines and voice acting is on another level. Absolutely a pure joy to play thisMust play game!!!! Honestly recommend watching a tips a tricks video if you’re going into this brand new or have reservations because of its unique style, but dear lord the amount of things available in game/combat is is literally up to your imagination if you have the knowledge of the game and systems. Storylines and voice acting is on another level. Absolutely a pure joy to play this game and every ounce of this should be applauded and revered for the sheer masterpiece it is, especially in todays day and age.… Expand
  23. Rob2686
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    This game just made my weekend vanish. Not even done with chapter 1 yet. GOTY for me.
  24. Zedares
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    It's great. It feels different than the old school Baldur's Gate games, and plays a bit more like the Divinity games, but overall it's excellent. The production value is top notch, sound and visuals are excellent. It plays a little slow in single player, but is surprisingly faster and smoother in multiplayer. It's been one laugh after another playing it with a full group of friends.It's great. It feels different than the old school Baldur's Gate games, and plays a bit more like the Divinity games, but overall it's excellent. The production value is top notch, sound and visuals are excellent. It plays a little slow in single player, but is surprisingly faster and smoother in multiplayer. It's been one laugh after another playing it with a full group of friends. Also, it's a complete game, no dlc, no micro-transations, and so far seems bug free. AAA publishers need to take note.… Expand
  25. Yoldren
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    To date, I'm convinced it's one of the best games I've played in more than a decade. IMO, this should be GOTY 2023, perhaps 2024-2030 as well XD
  26. ChaiTia
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Eu odiava jogos de turno, aí eu joguei Baldur's Gate 3, esse jogo foge de qualquer estereotipo de jogo, vc tem aventura, vc tem decisões, vc tem combos, vc tem exploração, tudo pq o jogo te joga e te deixa livre pra decidir o que irá fazer em seguida, estou completamente imerso nessa historia maravilhosa.
  27. 1haider
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    An amazing game, with amazing developers. A perfect story with great character development.
  28. Sechu
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    This game... OMG. No world to describe :) Sven Vicke is a Steve Jobs games. 9.5/10 for me is just too easy on hardest difficult.
  29. nananan
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Best rpg ever. If you like crpg this game your dream game. Its most detailed rpg i ever played.
  30. leschmock
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game from a great developer that sets out to achieve and even exceed the high expectations. Only some minor QOL flaws like group management, but all in all it is THE definitive game for all RPG and especially CRPG fans.
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#1 Best PC Game of 2023
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#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 2023

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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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