Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

User score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 333 out of 11707
  3. Negative: 1,146 out of 11707

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  1. Arngrim560
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Master piece i cant say nothing more, you can play the way you want but this time with so many posibilities, Larian did it again.
  2. vergil2max
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Everything you expect from a role-playing game is almost completely present in Baldur's Gate 3, such as:
    High freedom of action, strong and deep story as well as surprising and epic, wonderful and charming music and voice acting, enjoyable and innovative gameplay, quality and eye catching graphics, dynamic and diverse world, attractive and lovable characters and high repetition value and    Everything you expect from a role-playing game is almost completely present in Baldur's Gate 3, such as:
    High freedom of action, strong and deep story as well as surprising and epic, wonderful and charming music and voice acting, enjoyable and innovative gameplay, quality and eye catching graphics, dynamic and diverse world, attractive and lovable characters and high repetition value and most importantly, the game that was made with love, not lust to rob people's pockets.
    The only weakness I can find is the lack of identity of the characters. I mean, I wish that instead of all the characters being pansexual, each character had their own sexual orientation. But again, this is a personal opinion, not a professional opinion, and I can't reduce the score because of this
    In short, it can be said that this is one of the best games of its genre so far, and if you are interested in the RPG genre, don't hesitate to experience it.    … Expand
  3. Borko
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate III is stunning.
    The sheer amount of content is borderline overwhelming.
    Execution, quality and presentation are on spot. There are minor optimization issues, but nothing that can even remotely impact the quality of the game. This game pulled me to continue playing it even thou i'm not a fan of turn-based combat. I cannot recommend this title enough. Easily Game of the    Baldur's Gate III is stunning.
    The sheer amount of content is borderline overwhelming.
    Execution, quality and presentation are on spot.
    There are minor optimization issues, but nothing that can even remotely impact the quality of the game.
    This game pulled me to continue playing it even thou i'm not a fan of turn-based combat.
    I cannot recommend this title enough.
    Easily Game of the year and dare i say decade.    … Expand
  4. Jtburkh
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    I could try and write a long review and say a lot of good things about what Larian has done here. Truth is, it doesn't need an explanation. It's a great game. Well done Larian!

    Do yourself a favor and just go play it.
  5. LastRights
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    New standard set for the gaming industry! This game shows developers can be more successful without microtransactions, with instead a focus on fun and rewarding gameplay!
  6. mrgucci
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game, do yourself a favor and play it, even if you dont know what DnD is or never played any crpg before. It has some bugs and issues, but pros outweigh the cons so heavily its a solid 9.999/10 for me. Thanks Larian!
  7. indieinsights
    Aug 18, 2023
    7
    A tough one after 50 h. Still 7/10 for me. Let me explain:

    It is a very good game, obviously. Everybody downvoting because he feels so, is a morron. I noticed though that many, if not most, reviewers seem to upvote the game on Steam for political reasons, or because they seem to be old. Politics: No microtransactions, no battle bass, etc. You probably see what kind of reviews I mean.    A tough one after 50 h. Still 7/10 for me. Let me explain:

    It is a very good game, obviously. Everybody downvoting because he feels so, is a morron.

    I noticed though that many, if not most, reviewers seem to upvote the game on Steam for political reasons, or because they seem to be old. Politics: No microtransactions, no battle bass, etc. You probably see what kind of reviews I mean. And then there is Dragon Age Origin. Lots of nostalgia reviews, which is fine because this type of games was popular 15-20 years ago.

    However, let's be honest: There is a reason why this genre died. It is too slow, too sluggish, and it has TOO much content. Too much content is when you just do not care to reach 50 % of it. From what I have seen, many players did not even finish Act 1. Why? Because it's just a game.

    Therefore, I may regret it one day, but BG3 is a stark reminder of why this genre became niche some time ago, and why the next dev should not try the same. You will not earn the same political outrage as BG3. Actually, most Steam games do not even have microtransactions... so, well, where is this outrage coming from exactly? And why? But more importantly: If the next RPG is as big as BG3, then the Act 1-quitters will just not buy it. In the same many players never finished XCOM. But if you do not such a game once, you will likely not buy a similar game next time.

    So, my verdict is 7/10 because it is a very good game. But the political hype is distorting. It probably just came out at the right time, where many PC gamers are annoyed by Blizzard, EA, Ubisoft etc.

    As for the game: I wish the main story was more interesting and the game's pace less sluggish (at times), unless you need a walking simulator with tons and tons of meaningless content.    … Expand
  8. F1rerollex
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    I love this game so much, even though I never was a fun of turn-based games and D&D and all this stuff, but... This game represents what modern gaming should be, and it deserves it's score for sure
  9. SEUCHENARZT
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    Best Game ever 2023,it's very nice game. Nice story,nice graphics,nice sound,nice music. Nice all
  10. zulrang
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    A near perfect game. I could nitpick a few QoL issues, but they're miniscule compared to the masterpiece that is Baldur's Gate 3
  11. wsturaro
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Pure Baldur's gate experience. best RPG in years !
    It reminds the good old rpgs like Baldurs Gate 1/2 and Icewind Dale.
  12. Ze4f
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Its hard to fulfill expectations for new instalment in truly legendary series. But Larian did not only succeed, but exceed... 10/10.
  13. OlleBolle
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Every single interaction is interesting and has multiple outcomes depending on how you built your character and your choices. Amazing.
  14. Johnb091986
    Sep 5, 2023
    4
    Some fps issues but a lot of texture pop ins.
    Not a fan of turn base games and think this game even if pulling away from its origins didn’t really require turn based strategy even so story was ok.
    The fact that they used this game for clout and still are has put a dark shadow over it for me.
  15. HardwiredMike
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Very great story. Unexpected events. Game of the Year contender. Finished game.
  16. Shimitri
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Although I'm waiting to play on PS5, I'm a fan of Larian since Divinity Original Sin and I'm sure that this game is another pearl from them. So I will give the score right now to compensate the crying babies that are downvoting 0.
  17. dzzzordan
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Just wow. Best RPG I have ever play. I dont have time to play but suddenly night od my best friend.
  18. MorgothDW
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This game masterfully executes the D&D experience. In addition to all this, for the size of the game, its graphic quality is incredible and especially the localization of subtitles for different countries. Really a game that elevates the franchise even further and manages to demonstrate what a studio with people passionate about a project is capable of doing. My GOT this year without a doubt.
  19. Heiwa
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is simply a masterpiece! Easily on oi the best RPGs I have ever played and one of my favorite games of all time by now.
  20. yekva
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    这是我心中的年度游戏，我甚至觉得对于一个玩家而言，没玩过这款游戏将会是人生中莫大的遗憾
  21. Liber_Lion
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Ubisoft, EA, and Activision should shove their micro "P" and let the people talk about how really great this game is and how hardworking Larian studio is, and how happy it makes us her consumers feel, first of all, no micro-transaction a pricy game like everything new on the market but you pay for what you get and here you get a great made RPG story-rich game with amazing RPG DnD likeUbisoft, EA, and Activision should shove their micro "P" and let the people talk about how really great this game is and how hardworking Larian studio is, and how happy it makes us her consumers feel, first of all, no micro-transaction a pricy game like everything new on the market but you pay for what you get and here you get a great made RPG story-rich game with amazing RPG DnD like gameplay inspired turn-based "Larian Style" as we like and not like some other thrash on the market who afraid to lose their money because they make thrash and we are not people for them anymore we are just an easy bu$ck, not a people who enjoy the art, so please look to who you give your bu$ck, give it to someone who appreciates you and makes a great piece of art and not to someone who doesn't cares about giving you a great product and only want's to use you.… Expand
  22. BreddanRodgers
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Knew this would be great going into it based on previous experience with Larian games and playing the Early Access at the beginning but my word I am blown away with how amazing this game gets. GOTY absolutely, GOTD probably
  23. europeanconquer
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    I am literally in love with this game. Goddamn masterpiece.

    I will never forget this priceless experience.
  24. qqimwfw
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Top 5 games of all games played in career，Larian's best game。Represents the extreme of the game in all aspects
  25. Meiton
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    The game so good that it is being attacked by other developers for being too good. Thank you Larian!
  26. surgeboy99
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Incredible game. Big game devs take note - we want complexity, depth and attention to detail. Just like Divinity Original Sin 2, this game is full of potential and will keep our attention for a long time.
  27. Bakkatsuki
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Great game, larian studio could be proud of this !

    This experience is so cool, we need more rpg like that.
  28. metacoffee
    Aug 20, 2023
    6
    i never played a turn based rpg, but it was very complicated to understand what to do in certain situation.
  29. Doudouremi
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Just the best game that i've played.
    This game is very generous with a crazy content. Characters are very interesting.
    The lifetime of this game is Infinite with new game and new random situations. Each run IS very different.
  30. Bonzoycv
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    A great game super entertaining and interesting. Good story, excellent game mechanics. almost as good as the original games. the bad? I don't know why it's called Baldur's gate, it looks more like an improved version of DOS. excellent work done by Larian. but it leaves me feeling that something is missing to deserve to be a sequel to Baldur's Gate. Still, it's a great game that everyoneA great game super entertaining and interesting. Good story, excellent game mechanics. almost as good as the original games. the bad? I don't know why it's called Baldur's gate, it looks more like an improved version of DOS. excellent work done by Larian. but it leaves me feeling that something is missing to deserve to be a sequel to Baldur's Gate. Still, it's a great game that everyone should give it a try, especially if you're not a fan of the original series. 10 points for Larian studies.

    50 hours played in EA
    70 played since launch day.    … Expand
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#1 Best PC Game of 2023
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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
  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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