Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. Sergius_Grey
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I'll start with the basics: I'm a big fan of the Neverwinter series of games in particular and the Dungeons & Dragons universe in general. Neverwinter Nights and its addons still fascinate me in terms of story, characters, and gameplay.
    I am a happy owner of all the previous games in the Baldur's Gate series, so if anything, I understand what it's all about.
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a truly    I'll start with the basics: I'm a big fan of the Neverwinter series of games in particular and the Dungeons & Dragons universe in general. Neverwinter Nights and its addons still fascinate me in terms of story, characters, and gameplay.
    I am a happy owner of all the previous games in the Baldur's Gate series, so if anything, I understand what it's all about.
    Baldur's Gate 3 is a truly artificial product that comes out once in a decade and only when fans of quality RPGs are lucky.
    Role-playing system, variability, lore, character development, graphics, combat system, chemistry between characters, dice, etc. These are all things that make this product worth choosing.
    To all those who give it 10 out of 10, I have no questions. For those who give it 9 out of 10, you need to play more.
    PS: And I haven't even mentioned the friendship with a bear and the possibility of getting a dog.    … Expand
  2. DuyeDu
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Amazing game.
    I’m so happy to see that Larian, one of the only studios I can trust in, is making so big numbers on steam.
  3. Soulcast
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Just a masterpiece. Enjoying every aspect of this real RPG. The combat, the decisions, the dice, the narrative and more and more. Its a real dream come true for all RPG fans!
  4. slipperyseagull
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    About 50 hours in, and am having an absolute blast. Larian has clearly learned a lot from their previous Games, and it really shows here.
  5. ThMnmlst
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    It has been ages since I have not been disappointed with pre-ordering a game in recent years. Baldur's Gate 3 is the first one in recent memory I am happy with completely. In last 50h of play I have encountered whole 2(!) bugs, nothing game-breaking. Larian studios have done an amazing job at interpreting the 5e system for cRpg setting. I fully recommend you try this brilliant game yourself.
  6. Alexpi9
    Aug 8, 2023
    4
    Good history and artistic works but the combat style isn't the best for me, bit I consider that someone that likes the genre could have a good experience
  7. Matshiro
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I've played many games like that, but often I was bored or just I wasn't engaged in them too much.
    With baldurs I feel like I am wasting time writing this review because I could be playing it more rather than do stuff like that.

    So yeah, go play it.
  8. yasinturksoy
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I signed up just to rate this game with 10 points. This is madness. My review is over.
  9. vnrock
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I have been waiting for this game forever and it has delivered in all categories and some!! Game of the year!
  10. YgorLarini
    Aug 8, 2023
    9
    Jogo tem nada inovador, porem a liberdade de escolhas e historias que te envolve em mundo rico de detalhes e experiências. Basicamente faz perfeitamente o que propõem que é um RPG de mesa em um jogo de vídeo. Não é perfeito tem seu problemas e limitações. Se você procura um rpg com mundo e npcs ricos em detalhes com um fator replay e centenas de horas esse jogo é pra você.
  11. Br_gabe
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    the best surprise of the year. Definitely deserved the GOTY. No words can describe how much fun I have playing this game with my friend. So many choices and unexpected plots. Out of the box and the developers deserves to be praised.
  12. slazapuss
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Congratulations Larian and thank you so much for making not only an amazing game but doing Dnd justice and finally giving us a great game in the universe. Everything in this game is so well done and I wish I could give Larian more money.
  13. fredgum
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    It deserves a 10 for the sheer ambition and bold vision. It will be a serious contender for game of the decade. I hope this becomes a model that inspires future developers to deliver quality content.
  14. Lasto
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    What an incredible game this is! There is so much to do and so many different ways you can play. I would say that my only issue I've had is that it's a bit overwhelming at first. But after a few hours, you start to really set in. This might be the best game I've ever Played. 10/10
  15. tdetomi
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Superb D&D experience in a computer. Almost infinite possibilities, real consequence management, amazing visual and storyline. It's a must play if you like RPGs.
  16. geofurb
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    A true labor of love, where every angle is considered, every corner of the world lovingly crafted with its own story, and nothing ever feels recycled, half-hearted, or one-dimensional. Do not use this title as a bar to measure other CRPGs, or everything else will surely disappoint.
  17. Dizz561
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Can't remember the last time I had this much fun gaming. If you're a fan of CRPGs or Dungeons & Dragons, this is pretty much an essential experience you should look into getting. The mechanics may be confusing at first to those unfamiliar with tabletop DND or related genres.

    Graphics are beautiful and the musical score is masterpiece tier. The sheer scale of the game and the different    Can't remember the last time I had this much fun gaming. If you're a fan of CRPGs or Dungeons & Dragons, this is pretty much an essential experience you should look into getting. The mechanics may be confusing at first to those unfamiliar with tabletop DND or related genres.

    Graphics are beautiful and the musical score is masterpiece tier. The sheer scale of the game and the different story routes is mind-blowing and I can see myself doing multiple playthroughs.    … Expand
  18. Thought
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This game is 2023 GOTY. Absolute legend and GOAT. You can literally wield salami as a weapon.
  19. Keerp12
    Aug 8, 2023
    2
    Overrated, how can some people say its a masterpiece after a day of its release? The gameplay its an insult to the old ones who were in real time, writing a joke(hehe, s3x joke, get it ? ) companions are annoying, etc. 2/10 because of graphic and choices.
  20. Stagh
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I played and loved BG1 and BG2/ToB and I can say that BG3 is as good, but with new technology and design.
    Sure, the game has some flaws and bugs (that most probably will be fixed soon) but it is so great that I still give it a 10. It is the first time I give a 10 on Metacritic.
    Kudos to Larian!
  21. BumbleRee
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    20 hours in and it's absolutely amazing. You can approach combat however you want and it really rewards creativity. If you want a true DND experience in a game, look no further.
  22. aidan0
    Aug 8, 2023
    9
    Pretty good game so far, I'm only 250 xp away from level 5. I do need to get used to the low level adventuring at this length. Which turns out to be very dangerous. I never thought leveling from level 3 to 4 would make me feel so much stronger. Facing off against a level 5 (big) monster in the underdark felt so epic, a real life or death battle. Can't wait to get to level 5.

    For the low    Pretty good game so far, I'm only 250 xp away from level 5. I do need to get used to the low level adventuring at this length. Which turns out to be very dangerous. I never thought leveling from level 3 to 4 would make me feel so much stronger. Facing off against a level 5 (big) monster in the underdark felt so epic, a real life or death battle. Can't wait to get to level 5.

    For the low character levels, potions of speed are your friend, grenades are your friend, destructible environment can be used and pushing people in the depths is an insta kill, but you'll lose the loot.

    Only bug I've gotten is a graphical one with a flouting helmet while moving.    … Expand
  23. chroniconundrum
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I really only bought this game because I loved BG 1&2. I wasn't that excited for it, but playing it has been really enjoyable. There are a lot of in depth quests and choices to make, and combat feels good. I'm not a huge fan of the stat checks, as you can have a character with +10 roll a 1 and fail, or a character with -10 roll a 20 and succeed. There are some creative ways to get aroundI really only bought this game because I loved BG 1&2. I wasn't that excited for it, but playing it has been really enjoyable. There are a lot of in depth quests and choices to make, and combat feels good. I'm not a huge fan of the stat checks, as you can have a character with +10 roll a 1 and fail, or a character with -10 roll a 20 and succeed. There are some creative ways to get around failed checks, but sometimes it feels like I'm going to miss out on content on a fail so I'll just reload. Overall, I like the 5e rules which offer much more customization than the first two games, I just need to get over looting every single thing I see so I can make some progress in the game.… Expand
  24. Hawkmk8
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    What an amazing game. +50h and not even finished act I. Extremely engaging. I could stop playing it right now and it would still worth the money. Well done Larian, again.
  25. 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
  26. Johcker
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 consegue trazer elementos do RPG de mesa para um jogo eletrônico como eu jamais vi. Os personagens tem personalidade e história únicos, com segredos e ambições individuais que torna tudo muito imprevisível. Aqui não temos o arquétipo dos heróis puramente bonzinhos, não comuns nos RPGs "de plástico", e isso é ótimo! A exploração é recompensadora pois além de grande o mundo éBaldur's Gate 3 consegue trazer elementos do RPG de mesa para um jogo eletrônico como eu jamais vi. Os personagens tem personalidade e história únicos, com segredos e ambições individuais que torna tudo muito imprevisível. Aqui não temos o arquétipo dos heróis puramente bonzinhos, não comuns nos RPGs "de plástico", e isso é ótimo! A exploração é recompensadora pois além de grande o mundo é denso. Eu não tinha hype nenhum sobre este jogo, mas confesso que hoje tenho a sensação de estar jogando o melhor RPG da década! Gostaria de estar jogando ele no Xbox Series X, mas até lá estou adorando a experiência no PC.… Expand
  27. PharmaGamer
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This is not just game of the year, this is game of generation. I played Divinity: Original Sin 2 and was blown away be the how good the game is, and then I looked at the Kickstarter, and realize Larian Studios is true to their words and completed all the goals they promised. This made me to believe this studios is the one.
    I am glad I was right, and pre-ordered the collector edition. This    This is not just game of the year, this is game of generation. I played Divinity: Original Sin 2 and was blown away be the how good the game is, and then I looked at the Kickstarter, and realize Larian Studios is true to their words and completed all the goals they promised. This made me to believe this studios is the one.
    I am glad I was right, and pre-ordered the collector edition. This game is phenomenal, it has a lot of more mechanics to learn compares to DOS2, but since the game is made by the same company, some design ideas are the same, so it's not hard to get started without any prior knowledge of D&D 5th edition.
    This is the game with many replayability, I would suggest anyone who want to try this game to slow down, and enjoy the world Larian created, appreciate the little details. I certainly do. I enjoy doing some silly things, and then giggle like an idiot in front of my computer.    … Expand
  28. MachineDaemon
    Aug 8, 2023
    0
    Nah, combat is bad, WAY too much sluggish and boring.
    Every combat encounter in act 2 is BORING af and take WAAAAAY too long. Like 45min when any other Turn based RPG would take 5min....
  29. LVikKing
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Larian Studios is showing the gaming industry how games must be made, with love. BG 3 is a love letter to Tabletop RPGs. Its such a fantastic game. If tought the early access was already great, the full release will blow your mind. For me, its 2023's GOTY easily
  30. Cilibertimiguel
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    The Best rpg game ever play ! Storys, characters, skill, decisionss, the art… the goty without discussion
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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 112 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 111 out of 112
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 112
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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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