Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. Lightfaller
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    I've never been hooked on a game in such a long time. I've already sunk 30+ hours into the game. I even stopped going to the gym regularly just so I could play. I'm new to this genre but I am enjoying it immensely. It feels like Diablo but it plays like Dragon Age. This is my first DnD based game and I can clearly see how much other games are referencing this game or have elements inspiredI've never been hooked on a game in such a long time. I've already sunk 30+ hours into the game. I even stopped going to the gym regularly just so I could play. I'm new to this genre but I am enjoying it immensely. It feels like Diablo but it plays like Dragon Age. This is my first DnD based game and I can clearly see how much other games are referencing this game or have elements inspired by it. The lore is massive and I could barely keep up. There are things I don't understand but seems to make sense if you delve into the lore which means the game developers really know what they're doing… Expand
  2. Santiago14
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    I am more or less a hundred hours into the game and right now I'm in the middle of act 3. Even with a hundred of hours I feel like I’ve missed a lot of content, so I can’t wait to finish the game so that I can’t start over again. That’s the experience we are talking about, the game is so big that it’s impossible to really finish it in just one playthrough. It’s the first time in years thatI am more or less a hundred hours into the game and right now I'm in the middle of act 3. Even with a hundred of hours I feel like I’ve missed a lot of content, so I can’t wait to finish the game so that I can’t start over again. That’s the experience we are talking about, the game is so big that it’s impossible to really finish it in just one playthrough. It’s the first time in years that I feel like a video game it’s worth its price.… Expand
  3. EugeniusGR
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    For me the best RPG game so far!
    Great dialog, great character interaction, and a very fun game to play with friends. It has a few bugs, but I think they will fix them asap. So I definitely recommend this game to everyone
  4. mattieewhooo
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    How videogaming USED to be, but is sadly a thing of the past.

    Kudos to the developer for making a proper game that everyone wanted, and without the corporate greed aspect of it. I hope this developer succeeds in every aspect and keeps doing what they do best! Congratulations on this release and I hope all the best for their future in videogame-making! You're amazing ❤️
  5. Penguih
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Унікальна геніальна гра в яку хочеться грати і перепроходити знову і знову навіть через 140 годин. Однозначно GOTY.
    Найголовніший кайф у тому, що тут буквально немає порожніх місій і порожніх боїв, ніякого грінда і абсолютно кожен чувак з яким ти взаємодієш, кожен бій та кожен діалог має якесь значення і він реально цікавий. Іноді бойова система та кубики душили, але всі плюси це    Унікальна геніальна гра в яку хочеться грати і перепроходити знову і знову навіть через 140 годин. Однозначно GOTY.
    Найголовніший кайф у тому, що тут буквально немає порожніх місій і порожніх боїв, ніякого грінда і абсолютно кожен чувак з яким ти взаємодієш, кожен бій та кожен діалог має якесь значення і він реально цікавий. Іноді бойова система та кубики душили, але всі плюси це нівелюють.    … Expand
  6. DavutHaxor
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    An excellent game with a world full of every kind of stories and adventures. When you think the game wont appeal the main stream gamers it had 800k real time online players on steam. The dialogs arent that long and are not hard to read. They are simple and clean. And the things you can do are countless. It was the best game ive played in last couple of years.
  7. BootyToast
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    I have not been excited for a game like this since like FF7. This game is the new standard and if games don't reach this, i just won't but them , period. I'm tired of lazy companies just trying to feed off my wallet like vampires. I will now only vote with my wallet, i will support no companies or games that don't treat me like a human being. THIS GAME IS FANTASTIC. Imagine thinking a gameI have not been excited for a game like this since like FF7. This game is the new standard and if games don't reach this, i just won't but them , period. I'm tired of lazy companies just trying to feed off my wallet like vampires. I will now only vote with my wallet, i will support no companies or games that don't treat me like a human being. THIS GAME IS FANTASTIC. Imagine thinking a game is going to be the best game ever created, then it surpasses your expectations. That is insane.… Expand
  8. Faz11160
    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.    … Expand
  9. Razor1138
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Not having Micro Transactions (and not wanting them) ALONE makes this at least an 8. This IS the new standard for an RPG. It's amazing that a company can actually make promises and actually deliver. 30 hours into the game and I'm still in ACT 1....amazing! There is SOOOO much to do in this game. You get XP for Dialog Choices, Killing or for not killing. You actually get to shape your own story.
  10. Fataga
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    There are things you can get addicted to: Alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, sugar....NONE of these are even remotely as addictive as: Baldur's Gate 3. I had no idea what Dungeons and Dragons was. I've never played games of that category before. IT'S A REVELATION! THIS is gaming at its purest. I love it! Tip: Play it with the gamepad! It plays wonderfully. Like a 3rd person game. Soooo awesome!
  11. alanjones
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game and worthy successor to Baldur's Gate 2, one of the best RPGs of all times. BG3 shines with tons of content for free, lots of replayability and great writing.
  12. FanQy
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    The developers of this game are worthy of praise. They're like a CD PROJECT at the best of times.
    The company listens to the wishes of the players and makes edits to its game.
    In addition to a small number of bugs that the developers are already fixing - the game is perfect!
  13. Savage1983
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Wow is all i can say. 55 hours in and this game is simply amazing. If you buy it you wont regret it
  14. micke87
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I dont like turn based games but I like this game anyway. The story and atmosphere is amazing.
  15. PhobosGaming1
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Incredible game, just the best experience I have ever had, the surprise for this year of course
  16. classiq9
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    One of the best games i ever played. It gets better and better throught the playtime.
  17. broodey
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    its just a good game like all the games should be. its made with passion and not led by greed
  18. volaju
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Not the best Baldur's (I miss the dark side from the serie), but an amazing RPG!
    GOTY of the year surely :)
  19. ooggieboogie
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Pleasantly surprised this game is my game of the year choice. You will get hooked on the story. The game play is so stress free and fun. This is a must play
  20. Egga
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Wow! That’s about all I can say.
    I will complete the review at the end of the first run, but probably i will say only another wow, and than start with the second run
  21. Noctiss976
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    40h de jeux, je donne ici un premier avis. Ce jeux et juste fabuleux, pour moi l'un des meilleurs jeux auquel j'ai joué dans ma vie. Il reste autre jeux à venir cette année, mais pour l'instant il et mon goty. BRAVO LARIAN STUDIO!!
  22. FenrirNox
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    This is the way games used to be made before the industry stopped making art and started making "products" with microtransactions. This game made my year. I thought I was getting tired of gaming when I was just tired of gaming as it is now. I miss eating because I'm so engrossed in the world. Last time a game had me so hooked was Mass Effect 2. Or KOTOR. Game of the year, easily.
  23. Marchisio
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Çıtayı öyle bir seviyeye taşıdı ki artık hiçbir oyun insanları tatmin edemeyecek!
  24. fenderloser
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Unlike any experience in my life, I can truly say that this game will be a game people talk about for a long time to come. With an immersive world and story, Latina Studios has created a game that pulls me in more than anything I’ve ever played. As a D&D nerd, my experience is without a doubt biased, but I can still say with utmost confidence this game is something many people will enjoyUnlike any experience in my life, I can truly say that this game will be a game people talk about for a long time to come. With an immersive world and story, Latina Studios has created a game that pulls me in more than anything I’ve ever played. As a D&D nerd, my experience is without a doubt biased, but I can still say with utmost confidence this game is something many people will enjoy for years to come, and is my all time favorite game.… Expand
  25. Gnizzle
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Slam dunk, baby! Didn't think they would be able to surpass the quality of a gemstone like divinity 2, but what do you know - they just did. Than you, Larian, for proving that the gaming industry isn't all crooked and lacklustre. Thanks for not stuffing your pockets with our cash without giving us something memorable in return. I recently bought the cashgrab named 'diablo 4' at full price,Slam dunk, baby! Didn't think they would be able to surpass the quality of a gemstone like divinity 2, but what do you know - they just did. Than you, Larian, for proving that the gaming industry isn't all crooked and lacklustre. Thanks for not stuffing your pockets with our cash without giving us something memorable in return. I recently bought the cashgrab named 'diablo 4' at full price, so playing a soulful game with real and creative content like this was refreshing, to say the least.

    Keep up the amazing work! I hope more studios will see this as a motivation to up their game, because the gaming (and even movie) industry need to be revitalised - and soon. The general expectations of such forms of entertainment are dumbing down each day.    … Expand
  26. Wolfie83
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Great D&D game with a level cap of 12, with turn based combat, 3 difficulty levels, and mod support, follows in foot steps from Divinity Original Sin 2 with 3 acts, 4 player party by default without mods
  27. DeeMc
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    I haven't played a D&D game since the old Ultima games, so I wasn't prepared for this.

    Friends said it was a must buy. Some got very emotional playing it. I'm not usually a fan of turn-based games, nor of PC mouse and keyboard gameplay. But the turn-based play is great and I can play with my PS5 controller. The cross save function convinced me to get it for the PS5 too. 10/10 GOTY    I haven't played a D&D game since the old Ultima games, so I wasn't prepared for this.

    Friends said it was a must buy. Some got very emotional playing it.

    I'm not usually a fan of turn-based games, nor of PC mouse and keyboard gameplay. But the turn-based play is great and I can play with my PS5 controller.

    The cross save function convinced me to get it for the PS5 too.

    10/10 GOTY

    Larian has set a new/old standard for games. Quality, fun, and no microtransactions, a feature complete game. I'm hooked.    … Expand
  28. MatheusMMM
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Excellent game, absurd possibilities of choices and to play, it deserves the GOTY! Grade 10.
  29. caiolbarbosa
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    It's a perfect game. Every detail of the world and characters are carefully looked after. For being on early access for so long, nearly nil technical issues. I'm having a great time with it.
  30. iamsovereignty
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    I haven’t finished my first coop playthrough yet, but already started solo campaign. Great replayability, liked the character creator, liked the story. GOTY 2023 for me.
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#1 Best PC Game of 2023
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Metascore
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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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