Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. thegreatpapaleo
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    I never got into Divinity series due to the way the dialogue plays out.

    I got into this because it has those Mass Effect & Witcher 3 conversation cutscenes.

    I never like the gameplay in Divinity but after playing BG3 for a day and I'm now playing it everyday. Still in ACT 1, clocking in about 40 hours now.

    GOTY 2023 calling it now.
  2. Persies
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Can't possibly recommend this game enough. I'm about 120 hours in to the full game, finished my first playthrough with about 110 hours. No, act 3 is not perfect, but the game overall is by far the best bang for your buck you could ask for in gaming. The funny part is, this game is so damn good I wish I could give Larian more money. Just a masterpiece.
  3. Flustercux
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The love, passion and effort Larian put into this game is amazing. This should be the new standard to aim for with game titles, and not the micro transaction riddled battlepass-fest live-service games no one wants.
  4. Kripte
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This is one of the most incredible games in the last 10 years. Single player. Multiplayer. No micro transactions. Beautiful voice acting, rich story, meaningful decisions, I could continue to go on.

    My God I cannot put this game down.
  5. damienpe
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    20+ hours on solo campaign, 10+ hours on party campaign with friends and loving every moment of it.

    Game is released as a finished product on launch, unlike some games from "AAA" developers. No microtransactions in game. No major exploits that destroys the entire experience. No intentional time wasting mechanics in game to slow your progress. Pure RPG experience at its best    20+ hours on solo campaign, 10+ hours on party campaign with friends and loving every moment of it.

    Game is released as a finished product on launch, unlike some games from "AAA" developers.

    No microtransactions in game.

    No major exploits that destroys the entire experience.

    No intentional time wasting mechanics in game to slow your progress.

    Pure RPG experience at its best with endless possibilities.

    The "AAA" developers are shaking in their boots, and hell yeah, they should be.    … Expand
  6. Gingerbread1611
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. The first game since The Witcher 3 that has really hooked me.
  7. huuyngo
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    BG3 is the best game I played in 2023. Similar to Elden Ring of 2022, I truly believe BG3 will be game of the year.
  8. Demonico
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    What an exuberant, thrilling, captivating, fun and exciting game this is ! Start to finish it's a blast, addicting top quality RPG, definitely best game of 2023 and definitely one of the best in the last 10 years if not ever !
  9. Phoenix7499
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I've already put around 40 hours into this game and I am still not finished with Act 1. The amount of good content in this game in mind blowing. You can feel it was made with passion in mind and not greed.
  10. Mezzum
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    In the mid-70s, I was a teenager, a friend introduced me to "Dungeons and Dragons". I joined the U.S. Navy when I was 18 (it was 1981) my friends and I played on the ship (while at sea) on the weekends and holidays for HOURS. Now, I'm 60, and THAT GAME is on my PC, just like I remember it. If you have ever played D@D, Get This Game.
  11. askerr7
    Aug 7, 2023
    9
    Excellent game. Very enjoyable turn based game with a great story. The customization in the game is nearly limitless. It is nice to see a game being complete on release without micro-transactions in this day and age.
  12. Jamjar
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. Replicated 5e d&d perfectly. I don't know how they managed to allow so much player choice, from throwing your small companions and sneaking into a basement through a hole as a mage hand or cat - it is just incredible. The story is great and the dialogue choices are unique. I can't wait to replay as other classes too. One of the greatest games ever made that I'll beMasterpiece. Replicated 5e d&d perfectly. I don't know how they managed to allow so much player choice, from throwing your small companions and sneaking into a basement through a hole as a mage hand or cat - it is just incredible. The story is great and the dialogue choices are unique. I can't wait to replay as other classes too. One of the greatest games ever made that I'll be playing for years.… Expand
  13. ItsAzraelNZ
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Visually Stunning! amazing gameplay and storyline, cutscenes are absolutely gorgeous
  14. Kleptoriumas
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Boy, oh Boy what a game! I played the Divinity series and that was mind blowing.. but this just takes it up a notch...no actually a full feet! Started first playthrough while doing a LAN party and it was so much fun... Now doing a separate one with my friend and we are just cruising enjoying different paths that the game has to offer.

    Sure there are some bugs that can be annoying at    Boy, oh Boy what a game! I played the Divinity series and that was mind blowing.. but this just takes it up a notch...no actually a full feet! Started first playthrough while doing a LAN party and it was so much fun... Now doing a separate one with my friend and we are just cruising enjoying different paths that the game has to offer.

    Sure there are some bugs that can be annoying at some times, but the fact that this studio made a game purely for gamers not for their own greed(micro-transactions, battle passes) deserves a 10. I already can't wait for my third or fourth playthrough. Well done Larian! May you never stop making great games!    … Expand
  15. beretta685
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    It doesnt get better than this. It is just as good or better than DOS2. Its a pure rpg, without all the microtransactions and battlepasses and **** like that.
  16. bacoknight
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    great game. no dlc , no paid to win , no loot boxes just a full game.
    Thank you so much , im enjoying every bit.
  17. xExerionx
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Absolutely love this game. Had no idea what I am gettign myself into but wow this beats every expectation I have had. I DID NOT KNOW THEY MAKE GAMES LIKE THIS ANYMORE!
    Support this company absolute champions!!
  18. Scooze
    Aug 7, 2023
    9
    BG3 has been quite exceptional.

    There really isn't a complaint that I can give it. There are incredibly few bugs (freezing, CtDT) but that is likely a machine stability issue that is personal to myself rather than a genuine performance issue. I typically play several hours without issues, but SAVE OFTEN. As a personal rule, I don't save during battle. It's beautiful to see what's    BG3 has been quite exceptional.

    There really isn't a complaint that I can give it. There are incredibly few bugs (freezing, CtDT) but that is likely a machine stability issue that is personal to myself rather than a genuine performance issue. I typically play several hours without issues, but SAVE OFTEN. As a personal rule, I don't save during battle.

    It's beautiful to see what's been accomplished. I love it dearly. Follow the Larion's lead. You don't have to make every game this immersive, but completing the game before release should be the standard at the least.    … Expand
  19. HardcoreDiablo
    Aug 8, 2023
    9
    This is a game. Love that your choices have (immediate) consequences. One time for example, I kicked a squirrel who bit my toe. Consequence: the squirrel went flying and exploded against a tree. Too much bugs and lag though.
  20. Aramion
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    Great Game overall, act 1 and 2 were awesome, act 3 was good but not great. Sadly the Last 2 Hours of the game are questionable and the ending left me very disappointed since it was very short and lacking.
  21. Eldasensei
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    I might be able to describe this game with only one word, which is: Perfection.
  22. 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
  23. iZnatOk
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Graphics - 10/10
    The graphics in Baldur's Gate stand out as one of the game's strongest features. Special mention goes to the Eldrich Blast animation – a visual treat so mesmerizing and detailed that you can spend hours watching it unleash its force upon foes. Lighting, shadows, and textures are all executed at the highest level, adding to the immersion in the game's world.
    Gameplay -    Graphics - 10/10
    The graphics in Baldur's Gate stand out as one of the game's strongest features. Special mention goes to the Eldrich Blast animation – a visual treat so mesmerizing and detailed that you can spend hours watching it unleash its force upon foes. Lighting, shadows, and textures are all executed at the highest level, adding to the immersion in the game's world.

    Gameplay - 10/10
    Baldur's Gate offers something unique and daring in the gameplay arena. One example is the ability to gain a goddess's blessing through BDSM practice. This unusual mechanic adds depth and complexity to the character and opens new horizons for exploring the game's world and culture. Where else can you find such a bold and original feature?

    Story and World - 10/10
    The plot of Baldur's Gate is intricate, multifaceted, and captivating. Every character has a story, and the world is steeped in legends and myths. All of this creates a living, dynamic universe that you'll want to immerse yourself in again and again.    … Expand
  24. 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!
  25. Hoboslim
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Such a refreshing game. In a world of fomo, micro-transactions, and exploitation, BG3 feels like what gaming should be; an adventurous journey where you experience and shape the story the way you want it to be told.
  26. balindifeo
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    É indescritível a sensação de jogar BG3!!! ... é um Grande privilégio.. eu nunca gostei de jogos de turno... mas BG3 vai extremamente além do que um jogo por turno...

    Baldurs Gate 3 é um jogo de Criatividade!
  27. Trych
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    This should be how new games release. Complete, finished, no sneaky monetization tactics, the option to play offline.. Just like the good old days where the game studios respected the player!! Thank you larian for this amazing game experience
  28. RaVen1050
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing for an RPG. The best thing about it is the absence of micro-transactions/pay-walls and the abundance of content, all of it extremely polished and very, very enjoyable. Even better with friends (or for finding new ones while you play)! It's absolutely refreshing to play and not feel screwed over for monetary benefit by the developers.
  29. JayBarbar
    Aug 6, 2023
    9
    It has been years since I have played an rpg this thought out, comprehensive and cohesive with its stores, character development and ability to keep me interested in its lore and fantasy. This is a game of the decade.
  30. SICKO1337
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Amazing. Although, I'm not a huge fan of turn based games this has so much to offer that it doesn't even matter. Story, character building, class design, world, everything. Incredibly immersive. 10/10 game without a doubt.
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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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