Pillars of Eternity

 PC
Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 71 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 71
  3. Negative: 0 out of 71
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  1. RPGamer
    Jul 7, 2015
    70
    Pillars is a title that should make old-schoolers happy while still offering a solid core game, story, and a rich setting for new-schoolers.

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#6 Best PC Game of 2015
7
#7 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
25
#25 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2683 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,104 out of 2683
  2. Mixed: 308 out of 2683
  3. Negative: 271 out of 2683
  1. GeneralGonzo
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    You can say it this way or the other: Baldur´s Gate is back! From the look of the game, the feeling when playing, the customization of yourYou can say it this way or the other: Baldur´s Gate is back! From the look of the game, the feeling when playing, the customization of your characters, the interaction withe them and the environment - everythinfg feeld like Baldur´s Gate - and plays like it. It´s the great old-school RPG all bakers - and not only them - waited a decade for. Fantastic, deep gameplay, tactical pausable combat and many many loot to ind.
    I can just say: love it. And recommend it everyone who only slightly loves deep and richt group RpGs, where tactical combat is more important than fast clicking in 1st person view!    … Full Review »
  2. Astagar
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    This game isn't for everyone. If you care much about visuals or graphics, and little for story or gameplay, you should try another game. ButThis game isn't for everyone. If you care much about visuals or graphics, and little for story or gameplay, you should try another game. But if you, like me, are into story-driven CRPGs, then you should really go for it! Chris Avellone is a good writer, you can expect a great setting and a good story from this game.… Full Review »
  3. Hadriel
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Marks the return of the greatest RPGs ever made. The tactical combat of Baldur's Gate, the rich story and companions of Planescape: TormentMarks the return of the greatest RPGs ever made. The tactical combat of Baldur's Gate, the rich story and companions of Planescape: Torment and the gorgeous environments of Icewind Dale, all melded into. It is all that was promised and more. Welcome back Greatness.… Full Review »
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