Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. ForcedKin
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    I have been following this game since its first teaser released. Waiting nearly a year for early access and 3 for the full game. In the end, Larian knocked it out of the park again with this one. If it was possible to give higher than a 10 for exceeding my every expectation I would give that here without a second thought.
  2. dethswurl
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played by far. So happy games like this are still being made.
  3. volodryn
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Impressive, I never played a game like this one.
    Even if they use the base of DOS, it's not the same game.
    You're really immerse in a world, in a story. Mechanics are great.
    Great game, really. Thanks Larian.
  4. IbrahimIraq
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    you remember the feeling when as a child you imagine heroic and fantastic situations? or when people fill in the blanks using their memory when playing D&D? well now you don't have to, BG 3 does that for you and much much more, this is a trailblazing game that redefines a genre, better yet reinvented it and raise the bar so high it's almost unbelievable, after that praise let me get toyou remember the feeling when as a child you imagine heroic and fantastic situations? or when people fill in the blanks using their memory when playing D&D? well now you don't have to, BG 3 does that for you and much much more, this is a trailblazing game that redefines a genre, better yet reinvented it and raise the bar so high it's almost unbelievable, after that praise let me get to what players actually want, the game is incredibly fun, enjoyable and immersive to the degree that it doesn't feel like a game sometimes, the pacing is uncanny, stories characters keep coming at you without being confusing or hard to follow, we all though this game will be good, only it doesn't have the right to be that good… Expand
  5. Vevekyn
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Narrator: *Vevekyn's tongue lolls for waifu, as his tail wagging even faster.* (if you know what I mean) Yes I am talking about everyones waifu Shadowheart. (I haven't seen such a great character together with Gale and Karlach in a long time, but there is way more than just those three!)

    Deffinetely one of the best games I have ever played, thank you for releasing this game, graphically    Narrator: *Vevekyn's tongue lolls for waifu, as his tail wagging even faster.* (if you know what I mean) Yes I am talking about everyones waifu Shadowheart. (I haven't seen such a great character together with Gale and Karlach in a long time, but there is way more than just those three!)

    Deffinetely one of the best games I have ever played, thank you for releasing this game, graphically amazing looking game (10/10), storywise (11/10), bards (50/10) and much more.
    Prepare yourself for one of the greatest adventures you ever had in a video game, be sure to bring a good snacks and maybe something to drink and enjoy yourself playing! Improve your time cooperating with your friends and have a great time together! Consistantly yell on rolling your nat 1s and complain how everything is unfair and you screwed up! Please to future developers or people in general, be sure to release games great like this one.
    While typing this I have around 80 hours in this game and I do not regret playing a single second! Worth of my time spent and 60€!!!!
    Great job, I will pray for Larian studios and BG3 to win GOTY! ^_^    … Expand
  6. Tekkenpaul
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Most dynamic reactive story game in the history of game making. Reacts to your race, your class, your choices, your companions etc. Also you can just decide to be evil and **** everything up, and the game will allow that, being evil is well written, which is very rare.
  7. Eidorian
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Meilleur jeux vive larian ce n'est pas un jeux pour tout le monde c'est sur mais si on doit demander à des novice de jouer a un jeux donjon et dragon c'est Baldur's Gate 3 qu'il faut faire .
  8. LanceCM
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece of the game, played Divinity 2 OS and it was my number one game until this game released its easy to understand, replay-able so many times i can lose my mind. Its DnD but kinda easier because DnD rules can go complicated. But this game handle every roll for you just spend your action as best you can, the role play is amazing and the characters are awesome. Minor bugs here andMasterpiece of the game, played Divinity 2 OS and it was my number one game until this game released its easy to understand, replay-able so many times i can lose my mind. Its DnD but kinda easier because DnD rules can go complicated. But this game handle every roll for you just spend your action as best you can, the role play is amazing and the characters are awesome. Minor bugs here and there still you should play this game or try it out. Act 3 might need bit upgrade and updates but still its still cant downgrade this game at all. Enjoying already 4th run.… Expand
  9. Loretex
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Despite this being my first introduction to D&D and RPGs in general, I don't regret spending a single penny. In short, the game takes me back to those times when you'd stay up until dawn just to play for another 5 minutes. The game compels me to dive into YouTube searching for the soundtracks of specific locations. The game forces the user to hunt through settings for the interface toggleDespite this being my first introduction to D&D and RPGs in general, I don't regret spending a single penny. In short, the game takes me back to those times when you'd stay up until dawn just to play for another 5 minutes. The game compels me to dive into YouTube searching for the soundtracks of specific locations. The game forces the user to hunt through settings for the interface toggle key to capture screenshots of the landscapes. Larian has accomplished something nearly impossible; they've once again delivered the player the simple joy of sitting down to play their favorite game. It might not be the game of the year, but without hesitation, I'll say it's the game of the decade.… Expand
  10. Zozo983
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    It's a masterpiece. I don't remember when I played a good game like this. For sure more then 10 years.
  11. sterdose
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    This game was everything I needed for years, I love every aspect and every possibility there is to do that made me forget how much I missed playing a good rpg, congratulations to Larian, they adopted me from the late Bioware
  12. ocellott
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Sinto que esse jogo é um verdadeiro privilégio pros amantes de RPG. O mundo é vivo e reage a sua presença, NPCs com personalidade e uma história muito envolvente. Sinto que dá algumas escorregadas principalmente na questão da performance, mas isso tudo é ofuscado pela qualidade absurda que esse jogo possui, com certeza virou meu favorito
  13. Pep21
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Я не так много поиграл в эту игру, но это прекрасно. Конечно присутствуют не особо приятные вещи, такие как "парение предметов в воздухе". Еще, хочется сказать, что было бы круто еслибы в диалоге могли бы принимать участие не только тот, кто выбран. К примеру, у выбранного персонажа все плохо с силой и харизмой и вместо нас сделает запугивание наш спутник. Хотя можно понять, возможно, этоЯ не так много поиграл в эту игру, но это прекрасно. Конечно присутствуют не особо приятные вещи, такие как "парение предметов в воздухе". Еще, хочется сказать, что было бы круто еслибы в диалоге могли бы принимать участие не только тот, кто выбран. К примеру, у выбранного персонажа все плохо с силой и харизмой и вместо нас сделает запугивание наш спутник. Хотя можно понять, возможно, это был бы диз баланс… Expand
  14. Fastre
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Best game of 2023 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  15. Tuli
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Extremely well made game with so much detail and love. Just enjoy it and don't rush. Larian Studio outdid themselves once again. Most Negative comments are just some complains about bugs (which most of them are already fixed or are getting fixed) or some werid nerds crying about "Wokeness"
  16. vincakes
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Baldurs Gate 3 is one of the best games that I've ever played. I'm over 20 hours in and I'm still learning (and thinking) lots. If you like CRPGs, and the original Baldurs Gate games then I think that you'll love it.
    I'm going to stick my neck out and say that it's better than BG1 and in many ways BG2 and Throne of Bhaal. Half Life, Half Life 2, Command and Conquer, Baldurs Gate and    Baldurs Gate 3 is one of the best games that I've ever played. I'm over 20 hours in and I'm still learning (and thinking) lots. If you like CRPGs, and the original Baldurs Gate games then I think that you'll love it.
    I'm going to stick my neck out and say that it's better than BG1 and in many ways BG2 and Throne of Bhaal. Half Life, Half Life 2, Command and Conquer, Baldurs Gate and Civilization 2 are games that have really given me an OMG feeling and BG3 is very similar.
    If you're prepared to give up several dozen hours over the following months I'd suggest that you give it a go.    … Expand
  17. TavsHair
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    In Fearun land you could be anyone do anything. There are some bugs but no effect on gameplay.
  18. youngdumbledore
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    It's a great way to experience dnd campaign in video game. It has a great story, interesting characters, and many possibilities for character creation and building as well as how you want to approach the game. There are tons of content and I would dare to say it's impossible to discover it all during ur first playthrough. I just hope they will add some additional content such as spells andIt's a great way to experience dnd campaign in video game. It has a great story, interesting characters, and many possibilities for character creation and building as well as how you want to approach the game. There are tons of content and I would dare to say it's impossible to discover it all during ur first playthrough. I just hope they will add some additional content such as spells and equipment because it would add more interesting choices to make to an already complex game.… Expand
  19. Izzei
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 isn't just a game, it's unforgettable. 10/10. I love every second. i've beaten the game now and I played a druid to level 12. I want MORE storyline and more romance. Would love to have a way to explore upper city after the game "ends" and a some more side quests and selling things and photos. LOVE it. Best game I've ever played.
  20. heyandriu
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    El juego que más estoy disfrutando en muchos años. A cada rato tengo ganas de seguir jugando y seguir mi historia
  21. CelMelinyes
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Jogo muito imersivo e viciante. O jogo em turnos permite que se elabore uma estratégia de posicionamento e combate para cada inimigo diferente. As companhias são excelentes e os romances são melhores ainda. O jogo permite uma infinidade de interações e se quiser degustar a maldade, se aliar a chefes do mal e matar os bonzinhos, vc pode. Você tbm pode cometer maldades e se redimir, ser bomJogo muito imersivo e viciante. O jogo em turnos permite que se elabore uma estratégia de posicionamento e combate para cada inimigo diferente. As companhias são excelentes e os romances são melhores ainda. O jogo permite uma infinidade de interações e se quiser degustar a maldade, se aliar a chefes do mal e matar os bonzinhos, vc pode. Você tbm pode cometer maldades e se redimir, ser bom o jogo inteiro ou ser bom no começo e mal no final. É um jogo em que facilmente se joga mais de uma aventura e apesar da história principal ser a mesma, certamente vc descobrirá algo novo a cada nova aventura.… Expand
  22. Aceball
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Just great, amazing game that deserves all the credit its getting, this is a strong message to other developers. This is how a game should be made.
  23. foxtrotprops
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    If you ever liked to play DnD, you can only love this game. The freedom of choices and gameplay it’s the closest thing I’ve ever seen to a tabletop RPG.
  24. Shevchengol
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thid game made me cry as I have been looking for D&D games for more than 10 years. This is so fulfilling. Thanks to the studio to deliver this fine art for us gamers.… Expand
  25. gwindp
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    well thought game. interesting scenario and, a good sense of humor. I am waiting for updates and next part, etc.
  26. azziedegroo
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Best game ever. Can't stop playing it! Absolutely love it. Mad respect for Larian
  27. reversemullac
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Balder's Gate 3

    This is the BEST game i ever played I've played skyrim, Oblivion, Fallout, and other Role Playing Games. To preface I've never really played a CRPG before (Though i have played Dungeons and Dragons) Larian rolled a critical success (NAT 20) with Balder's gate 3 the sequal to the series starting all the way back in 1998 by Black Isle studios and Interplay studios    Balder's Gate 3

    This is the BEST game i ever played

    I've played skyrim, Oblivion, Fallout, and other Role Playing Games. To preface I've never really played a CRPG before (Though i have played Dungeons and Dragons)

    Larian rolled a critical success (NAT 20) with Balder's gate 3 the sequal to the series starting all the way back in 1998 by Black Isle studios and Interplay studios (some of you might even remember it!) Where do i even start?!

    The overarching story is excellent (Don't worry there's no spoilers here!) To lay out the scene - You - whoever you choose to be class, race origin etc end up being flung into an adventure of truly giant proportions! The story explores Aberrations beyond explanation and how you've come in between it all - i cant understate how experience wise this game has it all from selling your soul (literally if you choose to) to learning how a Half Orc is made or even getting on the wrong side of some very powerful entities. This game has the polish of what every game should aspire to be. (and that why Developers are upset on twitter/X as games we apparently shouldn't expect this?!)

    This is also my first game by Larian studios (Who actually bought he Intellectual property from the people who made Dungeons and Dragons in order to make this). They were taking a massive risk in one sense, but it obviously paid off really well due to the dedication to their source material and craft. They even managed to link it into the story of Balder's Gate 2 and bring back some familiar faces.

    Everything in Wizards of the coast produced DnD you will find here - you're not being sold some half truth.

    A word on the Soundtrack (Composed by Borislav Slavov):

    This is the best game soundtrack i have ever heard, from a musician's perspective the musical motifs used are effortlessly clever and really make your crew feel truly influential in the fate of the city of Balder's Gate and partially the realm of Faerûn.

    None of the music really feels jarring and fits the setting or location you find yourself in even the first layer of the 9 infernos or some beautiful forest it also has some of the best vocals I've heard which fit beautifully with the main theme (Which is actually split into 3 parts!)

    Please give Borislav a chance at composing for film or something this guy has everything good about Hans Zimmer and John Williams in his work, The crescendos and build ups in battle music and the soft flowing in certain pieces contrasts beautifully when looked at as a whole.

    The game would simply not be the same without this music. Thank you.

    Things you should know if you want to buy this

    This game takes a turn based approach to combat letting you plot all sorts of ways to remove your foes from the material plane
    Balder's gate 3 actually started development back in 2017!!!
    Your choices actually matter, and yes you can literally do anything in dialog as well as speak to the dead or animals
    Furthermore, this game is the perfect example of the butterfly effect, one small decision could change your journey greatly!
    Mods for the release version of Bg3 will probably be out and Larian have said they wanted mods to be made for the game possibly opening the chance of fan made expansions for the game one day exploring the other parts of the realm!

    I honestly don't know what else to say which hasn't been said in reviews like this one. I could sing its praises again and again also there's tons of replay value!

    P.S Please make a Balder's gate 4!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!    … Expand
  28. Godless_Comedia
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    It's everything I've ever wanted from an RPG for years and as a huge D&D need it checks every box I can reasonably want. Couple of bugs here and there, but nothing too bad. Highly recommend to anyone interested.
  29. scyntillian
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Best CRPG of the decade. 200+ hours and counting; this game continues to surprise me with its immersive story and character development. No microtransactions, no game breaking bugs, this game is what other AAA studios should aspire to when developing games.
  30. XB_Miss-Sniper
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    I absolutely love this game, it is so much better than Diablo 4.
    Hoping Xbox can change things around for Blizzard.
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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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