Baldur's Gate 3

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  1. Umbra0599
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    It's the most complete game I've ever played in my life, with already 28 hours played I'm still in the first act because no matter where you go there's always something to do, quests, encounters with new characters or secret bosses, secret loot or entire new areas with lots of the previous ones and you FEEL how every desicion you make is premeditated and has a weight in the history. For meIt's the most complete game I've ever played in my life, with already 28 hours played I'm still in the first act because no matter where you go there's always something to do, quests, encounters with new characters or secret bosses, secret loot or entire new areas with lots of the previous ones and you FEEL how every desicion you make is premeditated and has a weight in the history. For me Baldurs Gate 3 deserves more the GOTY than any of the previous games who have earned it.… Expand
  2. TheHaremKing
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is an amazing example of what video game studios should try to achieve. Great launch, amazing voice acting, superb storytelling, character development, world building, no micro-transactions shoved down your throat and just a company that overall cares and listens to its customers. Larian took their time and created a masterpiece unlike other companies who release half-bakedBaldur's Gate 3 is an amazing example of what video game studios should try to achieve. Great launch, amazing voice acting, superb storytelling, character development, world building, no micro-transactions shoved down your throat and just a company that overall cares and listens to its customers. Larian took their time and created a masterpiece unlike other companies who release half-baked products. This game takes me back to my childhood when I used to play NeverWinter Nights. This has easily become one of my favourite games. Hats off to you Larian, you guys have really outdone yourselves and you truly deserve to win GOTY!… Expand
  3. SinfullyBad
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games released in the past 20 years

    Larian did a great job with this one. They made a game based on the mechanics that they've been refining since Divinity: Original Sin and have integrated everything seamlessly into the D&D universe.

    I won't spoil the story for anyone. What I will say, though, is the fact that the sheer amount of content in Baldur's Gate 3 makes it endlessly re-playable. Every new play-through is different, sometimes due to chance, and other times because your response to a character was slightly different. It's also worth mentioning that the quests can be completed in a variety of ways. Are you tasked with killing someone? I wonder what happens if you just knock out that enemy. Do you have to protect a group of people? Why not work with the enemy and betray them at the last moment?
    Baldur's Gate 3 stays true to the D&D formula, giving players freedom that is limited only by their imagination.

    There are thousands of items to find, customize, buy and sell. Most of them can be used in ways you would not expect. The classes are well-defined and fun to play, the difficulty levels are just right, and the amount of voice acting, lore, and cinematics is somewhat scary, to be honest.

    This is what happens when a studio, regardless if its independent or not, respects player more than they hunger for profit. It's clear that a big chunk of the game's budget went into accounting for almost any and every player choice imaginable. There are slight variations for every decision that players take differently than in previous runs, every character can be killed, evil characters can be knocked out instead of eliminated, there's armor to be found, weapons, potions, scrolls, clothing, and musical instruments.

    And did I mention that just like in tabletop D&D, you can talk to every animal in the game and they all have voice lines? Oh yeah, and you can do the same with most corpses that you can find. Cast a spell, ask them your questions and decide what you want to do with that information.

    The game does have minor bugs, but they're very rare, not game-breaking, and a quick save and reload fixes them. Larian's also constantly releasing patches to fix them.

    Baldur's Gate 3 is a milestone in terms of game development, not because it offers massive amounts of content, but because it is a full, open-world CRPG with no micro-transactions, no always-online requirements, and no auction house. What you see is what you get, in the style of games from the 90s and early 2000s. It is a revival of game development for the sake of art and the players, not shareholders.    … Expand
  4. TheAJester
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is my first Baldur's Gate game. I also did not like DnD growing up. I tried once in high school and got frustrated in the first room not knowing what I was supposed to do and never tried again. I saw the bear scene on Tik Tok and had to get this game. I'm obsessed. I'm over 100 hours in with two characters and neither is even remotely close to beating it. There is just so muchThis is my first Baldur's Gate game. I also did not like DnD growing up. I tried once in high school and got frustrated in the first room not knowing what I was supposed to do and never tried again. I saw the bear scene on Tik Tok and had to get this game. I'm obsessed. I'm over 100 hours in with two characters and neither is even remotely close to beating it. There is just so much to do, so many options, so many ways the story could unfold, so many amazing characters and beautiful sets. It doesn't feel repetitive even when I'm doing the exact same quest again because I'm doing it a different way. After the massive disappointment of Diablo 4 I definitely needed this.… Expand
  5. rdavid369
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    In this day in age, Baldur's Gate 3 is a faith restorer! I can't believe what you get for your money! The game is incredible, in every category.

    The story is incredible! The controls are incredible! The graphics are incredible! The game mechanics are incredible! The freedom in the game is incredible! The replayability is incredible! I honestly can't think of one thing I    In this day in age, Baldur's Gate 3 is a faith restorer! I can't believe what you get for your money! The game is incredible, in every category.

    The story is incredible!
    The controls are incredible!
    The graphics are incredible!
    The game mechanics are incredible!
    The freedom in the game is incredible!
    The replayability is incredible!

    I honestly can't think of one thing I dislike about this game, other than failing my savings throws. The game is well-priced and doesn't ask you to spend a penny more! In this day and age, getting all this, for one low price, is insane!

    The original Knights of the Old Republic has been my all-time favorite game for years now and I am confident that BG3 just bumped it to my #2 spot.

    Awesome work Larian! Well done, gg fellas!    … Expand
  6. 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 !
  7. eduardohm02
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Uma obra prima, apenas comprem e aproveitem a experiência.
    Evite jogar se tiver Q.I baixo.
  8. digglespants
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Quite possibly my favorite game of all time! The voice acting is cinema quality, the story is so well developed, the characters have personalities that feel real, and the interactions with animals are hilarious! Use speak to animals and talk to everything! You'll be glad you did! The only the thing sucks is the inventory management system. It's gotten better since DoS2 but it's still notQuite possibly my favorite game of all time! The voice acting is cinema quality, the story is so well developed, the characters have personalities that feel real, and the interactions with animals are hilarious! Use speak to animals and talk to everything! You'll be glad you did! The only the thing sucks is the inventory management system. It's gotten better since DoS2 but it's still not great. I spend way more time than I want to cleaning and organizing items… Expand
  9. CapricornLaw
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The wait was worth it. Classic RPG game with great animation, lots of choices, dialogue, romancing. Superv work from Larian.
  10. neuronist
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I had very high expectations for this game and Larian managed to exceed them by so much, I can't believe it. Thank you for making such a good game! :)
  11. BoomstikComando
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that should be a foundational starting point for other AAA games going forward. It is so clear that Larian spent their time crafting something they really care about with Baldur's Gate 3 rather than churning something out for an easy buck.
  12. Guinarok
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The game is wonderful, it has incredible scenery, very good graphics, and the main thing: an incredible and engaging story, I highly recommend it, it's a great experience!
  13. Paladore
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Larian studios marked a new high in the gaming industry with this amazing game. I played open beta and knew the moment I played it it’s going to be amazing. It’s a turn based game that allows for hundreds of different outcomes during your play through. No In game shop! No spending extra money, which is unheard of in “todays new standards” . I’m already maybe 70 hours into the game and ILarian studios marked a new high in the gaming industry with this amazing game. I played open beta and knew the moment I played it it’s going to be amazing. It’s a turn based game that allows for hundreds of different outcomes during your play through. No In game shop! No spending extra money, which is unheard of in “todays new standards” . I’m already maybe 70 hours into the game and I just got to the new area. The game is well worth it. This company deserves our money.… Expand
  14. TheodorKoz
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Sem duvida, o melhor jogo do ano até então e provavelmente irá ganhar, fácil, o jogo do ano.
  15. Czibo
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    It's not the BALDUR'S GATE we're used to, but it's a great game. A really good transfer of the dnd mechanics with a slight adjustment to the rules. Most importantly, it is an epic story that is worth experiencing.
  16. hiammat
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is the best game ever released in almost a decade. This sets a new standard for RPGs in general, I do not care how developers are stating it is unfair. Good job Larian, you made me fall in love with RPGs again.
  17. DeltaBlaZe77
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    The only thing I can compare it to is Dragon Age: Origins. It is the best RPG to be created in over a decade. It has everything you want and everything you didn't even know you wanted. I've excitedly restarted playing several times just to try different types of characters. Uninstall all the other garbage in your library and get this game and be happy for a change. Good Hunting!
  18. Lz899
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Ironically, people who hate this game have brain worms. The best rpg to come out in the last decade. Major props to Larian for this monumental achievement.
  19. Jistly
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This game reignited my passion for gaming since old school WoW. It even forced me to create account here.
    This is the second time since Hades i actually downloaded the game, played it and decided to buy it on Steam to support the developer.
    This game has occasional bugs, but it is AMAZING.
  20. UpperGoddom
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    No words can truly describe the experience you will receive from playing this game. Regardless of whether you like D&D or its setting. If you like RPGs or a good story in general, you must play this.
  21. Ariakax
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    A dream come true. A love letter to the gaming community. The passion and effort behind this masterpiece is unfathomable. Best PC game in a long long time.
  22. Cention
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Baldus Gate best game 10/10 ustamızdan masterpiece .
  23. kapzzta
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is the best the best game I've ever played.
    That's really all I have to say.
  24. Thiagosimba
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Top 5 dos melhores jogos que já joguei, lindo, empolgante, muito divertido e ainda conseguiram trazer de forma excepcional o estilo RPG de mesa que tanto amo para videogame. Parabéns larian.
  25. cemreonur
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    My mind blown, what a huge game, btw thank you for turkish localization. Mechanics, character backgrounds, story telling, production wowwww just wowww
  26. GETAE
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Best game of 2023 hands down, and i dont think any other title can beat it. Fantastic work from the team, may they have the will and energy to continue their work.
  27. megasin1
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    I had a lot of fun running a multiplayer session of bg3 with 2 friends. Probably the best replication of d&d and a very well made narrative on top.

    Shining moments in our campaign were pushing a goblin of the roof to finish an intense combat where they had the high ground the whole fight. Then another moment later where my character was knocked out on the other side of a chasm, but my    I had a lot of fun running a multiplayer session of bg3 with 2 friends. Probably the best replication of d&d and a very well made narrative on top.

    Shining moments in our campaign were pushing a goblin of the roof to finish an intense combat where they had the high ground the whole fight. Then another moment later where my character was knocked out on the other side of a chasm, but my friend used an explosion which launched my body across to where they were so I could be picked up.

    It has been a laugh and I'm always excited for when we can all get online together to finish our campaign.    … Expand
  28. brindle88
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Crazy good game that has exceeded my expectations. Only issue i have is that the companions arent very immersive and i wish magic loot was rarer and more powerfull. Still a ten though.
  29. anon_a_mouse
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is the game that restored my faith in the industry. Larian knocked it out of the park, and this truly feels like a game that was created by gamers for gamers. Baldur's Gate 3 is one of the only games I’ve purchased in the last five or so years that I can honestly say was 100% worth the price. With the number of times that studios and publishers have scorned their player bases in theThis is the game that restored my faith in the industry. Larian knocked it out of the park, and this truly feels like a game that was created by gamers for gamers. Baldur's Gate 3 is one of the only games I’ve purchased in the last five or so years that I can honestly say was 100% worth the price. With the number of times that studios and publishers have scorned their player bases in the past five-odd years, Larian has proven once again that they are worthy of their community's trust. My personal GOTY, even if it doesn’t win. I think Baldur’s Gate 3 could even be called the game of the decade. A truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

    Pros:

    -Replayability
    My main concern with a story game was the replay value compared to the cost. With a wide array of classes/races to choose from when creating a custom character as well as 7 Origin characters to explore, you can have drastically different experiences between campaigns. Not only can every single combat encounter play out incredibly differently based on the party composition/class you’ve chosen for a campaign, but the choices you make while interacting with the world, the characters, and the storylines all can influence your experience. Every time I start a new campaign, it feels like playing an entirely new game within the same world.

    -Immersion
    The graphics and the voice acting are absolutely superb and truly help you feel immersed in the world. The soundtrack adds ambiance and depth without being overpowering or seeming artificial. From bustling cities to beautiful forests and spooky dungeons, you truly feel like you’ve stepped out of this world and into an entirely new realm full of places to explore and secrets to uncover. A refreshing escape from the stressors of modern-day life.

    - Compelling characters.
    The companions are well-fleshed out and offer their own interesting stories and quests, as well as offering commentary, advice, and their own unique benefits while traveling around the world. They even chat with one another while you’re exploring the world, which I absolutely adore. The care they put into the companions and even just the NPCs that you find while exploring is absolutely immaculate.

    -Combat
    The three difficulty levels provide a nice range of options for players of all sorts. Explorer mode offers lower stakes but still challenging combat and is comparable to "story mode" on other titles. Tactician mode creates incredibly challenging, high-stakes combat encounters. Balanced is a perfect blend of the two. Regardless of which difficulty level you choose, the way in which you approach combat in this game is limited only by your own creativity. There are nearly infinite combinations of spells, attacks, and items that you can use to drastically change how you approach a fight on any character you choose. Personally, I am a huge fan of the turn-based combat system that BG3 utilizes, though that may not be the case for everyone.

    -No Microtransactions, no seasonal battle passes, no hidden fees. Just a phenomenal, complete game that offers hundreds (if not thousands) of hours of content!

    -Can be played offline in single player
    Multiplayer does require an internet connection, but single-player can be played without.

    Neutrals:

    -Inventory management:
    I am a loot gremlin, I will pick up everything that isn't nailed down. If you are similar, know that inventory management can be a bit of a struggle depending on your class (much more challenging on a gnome sorcerer than a human/half-orc barbarian for example). Your camp chest seems to be limitless storage though, so that helps since vendors have limited funds/stock at any given time!

    -Movement/Camera controls
    They take some getting used to. Familiarizing myself with the key binds and the controls themselves helped immensely. This is neutral for me, rather than a negative, because BG3 does not make me simulation/motion sick like other games with similar controls do!

    Cons:

    -Intermittent lag
    Sometimes I’ll encounter a little bit of lag. It’s normally if I’ve been to a certain area of the map and always stops upon restarting the game after leaving that one area. I don’t find it to be a huge issue, but it could be more annoying for others.    … Expand
  30. Hwaia
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    A stunning game and one that I really shouldn't like. As someone who immediately steers clear of turn based combat and has never been able to get on with point and click style movement systems, I shouldn't enjoy exploring or combat.... But I really, really do. Being turn based works so well and because there are so many decisions and you aren't flicking through a menu, it feels a littleA stunning game and one that I really shouldn't like. As someone who immediately steers clear of turn based combat and has never been able to get on with point and click style movement systems, I shouldn't enjoy exploring or combat.... But I really, really do. Being turn based works so well and because there are so many decisions and you aren't flicking through a menu, it feels a little more natural? Organic? I'd like it to how ff7 remake technically had turn based combat but it didn't feel like a traditional turn based system. I also don't like heavily narrative driven or dialogue heavy games but pretty much everything is voice acted and the VAs do a fantastic job. Some top, top talent involved and they really do bring the characters to life.

    The detail, characters, writing, sheer number of things to do, find, discover and explore is incredible. I tend to eye roll at games saying "choices have consequences" but I'm running two main save files currently and honestly, both feel like quite different stories and games. Pretty much everything in game has multiple ways of tackling the problem. Do you kill everyone? Talk your way through? Convince others to go and attack? Slip poison into a barrel of ale? Sneak through? Convince them to actually fight on your behalf? There are so many spells, dialogue options and ways to go about things that if you think outside the box and get creative then you can come up with some hilarious and/or genius ways of getting round a fight or area.

    It won't be for absolutely everyone but I would encourage people who aren't traditionally into CRPGs or turn based systems to at least check it out, watch some videos etc because I think a lot of people who think they wouldn't like the game would actually love it. I accept that there will be people who genuinely don't like it but a little bit like how elden ring and game of thrones were enhkhed by people who aren't traditionally into those genres or fantasy etc, I'm positive that there will be a lot of players who, like me, initlaly write it off but after trying it just fall in love with it.

    I've now got over 400 hours in the full game and early access and know I'll comfortably exceed 1000. With Larian confirming mod support, modders will likely do their thing and keep this playable for a decade or more. I'm confident in saying that this will ultimately go down as my favourite single player offline game of all time. It's genuinely superb.    … Expand
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96

Universal acclaim - based on 112 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  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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