Baldur's Gate 3

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11707 Ratings

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  1. Evilivan
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    I don't often write reviews but here i have to. This game is simply a masterpiece. It's extremely rich and vast and you can feel all the creativity and passion that were put into it as you play. It's just stunning.
  2. peteraff1
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    BG3 is the pinnacle of CRPG and RPG, in an era where publishers are looking for more and more ways to make money from their unfinished, generic and lacking in depth games. BG3 represents a transcendental milestone in games, where the player can interact with any NPC in a high quality cutscene, whether in visual and/or voice acting, where talking to a random vendor NPC, you become attachedBG3 is the pinnacle of CRPG and RPG, in an era where publishers are looking for more and more ways to make money from their unfinished, generic and lacking in depth games. BG3 represents a transcendental milestone in games, where the player can interact with any NPC in a high quality cutscene, whether in visual and/or voice acting, where talking to a random vendor NPC, you become attached to the charisma of the character in a few minutes. With an unparalleled depth of dialogue, choices, and gameplay, BG3 is a triumph unseen in gaming history in every possible way.… Expand
  3. Hark659
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Honestly this is the most masterpiece game I have ever played for a long time. Sure there was a lot of bugs but mostly in act 3, yet still playable and have great time. . Hell this game still got me hook even I go to work thinking about Baldur's Gate most of the day even wanted to considered have a few sick day! I don't think you'll have a good complete game like this for a while. IHonestly this is the most masterpiece game I have ever played for a long time. Sure there was a lot of bugs but mostly in act 3, yet still playable and have great time. . Hell this game still got me hook even I go to work thinking about Baldur's Gate most of the day even wanted to considered have a few sick day! I don't think you'll have a good complete game like this for a while. I hope this win the game of the year even topped the game in metacritic because it is well deserved. The community of Larian are in great position and hope they continue to stay strong because I want more of them and hope they can do well in Divinity Sin 3.

    My favourite thing about this game is that you have decision and you would be in conflicted by your consequence which also would shape your story. Bad or Good, it's still beautiful and you have rewarding moments. You would be amazed or shocked. Even the companion was fun to toy with.

    Also I never thought turn based game especially in Baldur's gate 3 would be so much fun and can be challenging,. Even if you're not a big fan of turned base but I suggestion you should try it anyway. A lots of games these day are in hurry and want to speed thing, so It's time to slow down once a while and enjoy every amount of the game so that you learn to appreciated it.

    Again, it is masterpiece and well done (aside of few buggy). We need more complete game like it. Thanks Larian for this beast game.    … Expand
  4. AvengerBear
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    10/10 just to balance out the stupidity of the 0/10ers
    Larian studio is a gem of the modern gaming in the sea of corrupted greedy corporation. A good game made by a wholesome studio deserves the success and praise
  5. ryryan
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Breath of fresh rpg air. Feels very old school, with more options and complexity and great characters.
  6. fallenazael
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    What a game! Other DEVS TAKE NOTE!!!!
    No monetisation. Game COMPLETE ON LAUNCH (something that doesn't happen nowerdays ) Just a great game made for gamers and yes we bloody love it!!
    This is the type of game, type of developer , who shame the big industry giants. They took a risk making it and poured heart and soul into a brilliant , multi-choice rpg and its worked.
  7. Derrian
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Probably the best CRPG ever made.
    Played BG1, BG2, Pillars of Eternity 1 & 2, Divinity 1 & 2, etc.
    The level of detail is something else, I hope you guys continue to expand on this game once you finish your well deserved break.
  8. coonx
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Baldur's gate 3 is the ultimate experience for tabletop rpg, as it adds a good narrative, with exquisite combat mechanics and a level of control over the actions possible in a rpg game that allows players to use all their creativity to resolve various situations without drawing swords.
  9. Jaggid
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    While not an open world RPG, Baldur's Gate 3 has more freedom, more choices, and more paths to achieve goals than any cRPG I've ever played, and I've played most of them. At no point in the game was there any encounter or obstacle which didn't have many ways to resolve. The game rewards players for being creative and imaginative.

    High production values, engaging turn-based combat,    While not an open world RPG, Baldur's Gate 3 has more freedom, more choices, and more paths to achieve goals than any cRPG I've ever played, and I've played most of them. At no point in the game was there any encounter or obstacle which didn't have many ways to resolve. The game rewards players for being creative and imaginative.

    High production values, engaging turn-based combat, and passably decent writing combine with that to make this one of the, if not the, best cRPG ever released on PC.

    It is not, however, particularly innovative, despite all the accolades being heaped on it, and it sits most comfortable in the turn-based cRPG genre. So if either (or both) of those things don't appeal to you, don't let the hype trick you. You probably won't like the game.

    Me, personally, I love it.    … Expand
  10. maddiplomat
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This game is so good I remember how playing Baldur's Gate 2 on release felt like.
  11. powpowwowwow
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    I would say this is as close as you can get to free form dungeons and dragons in videogame form. The game is grand in scope and has so many nuances and interesting mechanics. I'm new to DnD and CRPG but this presentation of it has me instantly hooked. Hoping for an amazing story with deep lore and characters. A standing ovation is deserved for everyone at Larian Studios for the way theyI would say this is as close as you can get to free form dungeons and dragons in videogame form. The game is grand in scope and has so many nuances and interesting mechanics. I'm new to DnD and CRPG but this presentation of it has me instantly hooked. Hoping for an amazing story with deep lore and characters. A standing ovation is deserved for everyone at Larian Studios for the way they chose to handle this release, especially in the current landscape of the gaming industry. You can really feel the passion and fun permeate through the game, enjoy!… Expand
  12. Cheapskate
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    A captivating story, amazing voice acting, a rich and detailed world where missing a small detail could see you skipping more story than some games have within their entirety. I have been playing for 40 hours and still only feel like I've just scratched the surface. I haven't enjoyed a game this much since Knights of the Old Republic when I was a small child. I can't get enough of it. I'mA captivating story, amazing voice acting, a rich and detailed world where missing a small detail could see you skipping more story than some games have within their entirety. I have been playing for 40 hours and still only feel like I've just scratched the surface. I haven't enjoyed a game this much since Knights of the Old Republic when I was a small child. I can't get enough of it. I'm already planning what I'll do on my second playthrough. Believe the hype. This game gives you more freedom than any other game I've experienced, barring Tabletop games, and this comes pretty damn close to even that in terms of player freedom.… Expand
  13. MAFIAxMaverick
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    I haven't had this much fun in a video game in quite some time. It really is a perfect encapsulation of Dungeons and Dragons. I did not play BG1 or BG2 - so I am sure there is merit to the points deducted for people saying BG3 feels more like DOS3 - but I can't give an honest assessment of that. For someone who played DOS1 and DOS2 - BG3 feels like the perfect next step in terms of UI,I haven't had this much fun in a video game in quite some time. It really is a perfect encapsulation of Dungeons and Dragons. I did not play BG1 or BG2 - so I am sure there is merit to the points deducted for people saying BG3 feels more like DOS3 - but I can't give an honest assessment of that. For someone who played DOS1 and DOS2 - BG3 feels like the perfect next step in terms of UI, game mechanics, and overall feel from Larian. Can't wait to see what they do next. From a technical perspective - I have not experienced any game breaking bugs or hardware issues.… Expand
  14. Rooseweld
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Larian has done it again, one of my favorite rpgs of all time was DOS2, and now they have made an even bigger and better Rpg.
  15. RabinGrings
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Just a perfect game. Thx, Larian.
    Somente um jogo perfeito. Obrigado, Larian.
  16. MNSUAngel
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    GOTY so far. No game can be perfect, and BG3 certainly isn't. But this game is in a class of its own and it shows. There is at least 2-3 games worth of games here and it is a blast. Player choice is bar none. Player freedom is bar none. Combat is lots of fun without becoming overly complex. And the story is a hoot and a riot. What more can you ask for? Oh yeah, it is also - somehow - aGOTY so far. No game can be perfect, and BG3 certainly isn't. But this game is in a class of its own and it shows. There is at least 2-3 games worth of games here and it is a blast. Player choice is bar none. Player freedom is bar none. Combat is lots of fun without becoming overly complex. And the story is a hoot and a riot. What more can you ask for? Oh yeah, it is also - somehow - a 100+ hour experience. Once in a decade kind of a game. Once in a lifetime kind of game once Act III bugs are ironed out.… Expand
  17. ROLANd1405
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    I am an "old" gamer, so old that I played BG1 the day it was released.
    I did the same with BG2, and that is still my favourite game of all time.
    Still, I didn't expect much from BG3, I didn't play the early access, I didn't even pay much attention. Perhaps because I didn't want to risk the memories being somehow tainted by a game of the same name that didn't live up to expectations.    I am an "old" gamer, so old that I played BG1 the day it was released.
    I did the same with BG2, and that is still my favourite game of all time.

    Still, I didn't expect much from BG3, I didn't play the early access, I didn't even pay much attention.
    Perhaps because I didn't want to risk the memories being somehow tainted by a game of the same name that didn't live up to expectations.
    But being around the gaming community, it was impossible to overlook the hype of course.
    So I thought, at least give it a try. Very good decision. ;-)
    From the fist minute this game did something strange, something that is rare in our time, it exceeded my expectations.
    And so I can say, it is a worthy successor of BG2 and one of hell of a game.    … Expand
  18. Ayumie
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    If this Masterpiece is not getting Goty 2023 we live in a cursed timeline !
  19. NecroWarlock
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    awesome game. other game makers take note and stop releasing halfassed cash grabs
  20. Avva
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! A fantastic addition to the classic RPGs collection. Great story, great mechanics, high replayability - you have it all here. Moddable too, so you can enjoy the community's creativity as well.
    A true masterpiece!
  21. bbreslin
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Huge fan of DOS1 and 2 and Larian as a whole and this is a culmination of all that they have learned from those games and it is simply a CRPG fans dream come true
  22. Ieronimg
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Its a very interesting game, top Story, nice gameplay, good written charackters
  23. shirocrow
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Amazing. This game is so fun. I’m sure I’ll play through multiple times.
  24. Olezhka
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    This is what games in 2023+ should be, game of the year if not decade! Loved it
  25. cadarri73
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    The amount of content is massive. Almost everything on screen has a voice. Voice acting is top notch. The replayability is high. Graphics and effects are incredible. Music is epic. There are bugs yes, but not that are game breaking. Requires alot of saving in first playthrough. Multiplayer changes the game as well and fun with friends if you have the time together.
  26. Xeptik94
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Larian did it again! Outdid themselves again! This is a masterpiece! Alone or with friends! Enjoy!
  27. Lyuzaki
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    I really can't believe this game is real. Larian Studios manages to make the RPG genre shine again in a masterly fashion. Oh gosh, it's a masterpiece. One of the few remaining studios to respect the video game medium in an exemplary way, and it feels great. Congratulations to the teams, and many thanks for all your hard work. I'll be playing this game for years to come!
  28. LaDix
    Aug 21, 2023
    9
    It is the perfect DnD game we all have been wanting it story is amazing the characters is amazing and the combat is just what i imagine DnD will look like and feel like.
  29. n1ghtf4ll
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Finally a game that is:
    1. Not flooded by micro transactions;
    2. Not flooded by bugs; 3. Not in beta test phase; 4. Not affected by that absurd disease of paid seasonal/temporary battle passes; 5. Not created by developers who want us to believe that their choices are made to improve playability, who know they are lying because they know that by doing so they are destroying fun and    Finally a game that is:
    1. Not flooded by micro transactions;
    2. Not flooded by bugs;
    3. Not in beta test phase;
    4. Not affected by that absurd disease of paid seasonal/temporary battle passes;
    5. Not created by developers who want us to believe that their choices are made to improve playability, who know they are lying because they know that by doing so they are destroying fun and instead trying to create an addictive mechanism;
    6. Finally not created by companies that aim only at the billion-dollar budget and that leverage the playing addiction (I have to unlock the skin to be more; cooler than everyone else, I have to unlock the weapon to be stronger than others) instead of creating that healthy fun, maybe to share with friends.

    Isn't that the real purpose of playing games, which is to have fun? Yes! And this creation can be finally called GAME. Thanks Larian! Loved your games but this one... is a masterpiece.

    Absolutely 10/10, only because I can't give more.

    SPOILER ALERT:
    Thanks also to the other big old studios, who are showing us how NOT to create real games made to entertain, showing us their real goal, which is sucking all our money (who said BIz...)
    Oh, and to those who say it's not a GOTY title, to those who say it's not a standard: hey, you are talking **** wash your mouth first. The other devs are just afraid of getting wiped out by a market made of players asking to go back to the "good standards" of 15-20 years ago, when a published game was finished and you didn't have to pay $1/1Euro more.    … Expand
  30. cry3ngine
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 hat mich von Anfang an in seinen Bann gezogen! Die unglaublich detailreiche Welt, die epische Handlung und die vielfältigen Charaktere haben mich stundenlang fesselt. Die Grafik ist atemberaubend, und die Möglichkeit, Entscheidungen zu treffen, die den Verlauf der Geschichte beeinflussen, verleiht dem Spiel eine unglaubliche Wiederspielbarkeit. Die taktischen Kämpfe sindBaldur's Gate 3 hat mich von Anfang an in seinen Bann gezogen! Die unglaublich detailreiche Welt, die epische Handlung und die vielfältigen Charaktere haben mich stundenlang fesselt. Die Grafik ist atemberaubend, und die Möglichkeit, Entscheidungen zu treffen, die den Verlauf der Geschichte beeinflussen, verleiht dem Spiel eine unglaubliche Wiederspielbarkeit. Die taktischen Kämpfe sind herausfordernd und spannend, und die Entwickler haben wirklich ganze Arbeit geleistet, um die Essenz von Dungeons & Dragons einzufangen. Ich kann gar nicht genug davon bekommen und kann es kaum erwarten, mehr Zeit in dieser fantastischen Welt zu verbringen!… Expand
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#1 Best PC Game of 2023
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#2 Most Discussed 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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