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  1. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Ignore the hated review. Larian Studios make it again. Best old school RPG ever made. Perfect game 10/10
  2. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing game with so much depth. This is what gamers should expect from companies these days. Everyone else has been calling it in. BG3 proves it.
  3. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    When I look at the reviews with 0 you can bet that they are "Xbox fans" (with Starfield ratings at 10, or "Nintendo fans" (with TOTK at 10), or "it was better before" (just people who think BG1/2 was better, or it's DOS3 not BG3, etc.)
    that's good it's feel almost 33% each
    for the third, it's funny because I bought DOS2 because of that. not yet played that said, still too much to do on
    When I look at the reviews with 0 you can bet that they are "Xbox fans" (with Starfield ratings at 10, or "Nintendo fans" (with TOTK at 10), or "it was better before" (just people who think BG1/2 was better, or it's DOS3 not BG3, etc.)
    that's good it's feel almost 33% each

    for the third, it's funny because I bought DOS2 because of that. not yet played that said, still too much to do on it. And after I'm going to try Starfield.
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  4. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I can't begin to explain how much I love this game, the graphics are amazing and it runs as smooth as ever. I've heard it runs at PC ultra settings and you can definitely tell. I spent 2 hours in the character maker because it's so in depth and amazing. Everything you could ever want.
  5. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Брал на старте предзаказ. Есть баги, был один неприятный баг со звуком, и мелкие баги. Короче провел 45 часов, еще только в первом акте. Классные сюжеты, классные истории и персонажи. Мне нравятся ч не жалею о потраченных средствахБрал на старте предзаказ. Есть баги, был один неприятный баг со звуком, и мелкие баги. Короче провел 45 часов, еще только в первом акте. Классные сюжеты, классные истории и персонажи. Мне нравятся ч не жалею о потраченных средствах
  6. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    The limitation of this game literally is your imagination.
    What can i say more!
  7. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! ALL negative reviews are disgusting Starfield and Zelda fanboys who don't even own BG3, trying their hardest to review-bomb the clear GOTY, so their games can stand a chance. Ignore them, they are toxic sore losers.
  8. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    60 hours in and im blown away at how good this RPG is. The setting, characters, story and combat are all top tier. BG3 has set the bar so high there will be nothing to match it in the years to come and maybe a once in a lifetime type of game. Thousands of hours of gameplay, there is so much to do and see around literally every corner. Tachician difficultly makes combat extremely60 hours in and im blown away at how good this RPG is. The setting, characters, story and combat are all top tier. BG3 has set the bar so high there will be nothing to match it in the years to come and maybe a once in a lifetime type of game. Thousands of hours of gameplay, there is so much to do and see around literally every corner. Tachician difficultly makes combat extremely strategic, rewarding and fun. If you like rpg's you should absolutely buy this master piece, you will not be disappointed. Lets hope for dlc. Expand
  9. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    BG3 is actually the perfect RPG game. Has had me hooked ever since release and I’ve seriously been nonstop playing. Amazing storytelling, lovable characters and the strategic gameplay is so fun. 10/10 would recommend.
  10. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Absolutely beautiful game. This is the type of game I’ve been waiting for. They amount of choices and decisions you can make is actually insane. This game definitely should win Goty if I’m being honest or Zelda.
  11. Sep 8, 2023
    0
    So after giving this "game" a real chance for 55 hours it seems like a cutscene gauntlet that is only able to keep most players invested by using awkwardly animated sex scenes as the cheese for degenerates. It seems like the devs had a golden idea not in pure game design but how to catch the attention of people who never interact with real people. Seems kind of a cheap way to try and blowSo after giving this "game" a real chance for 55 hours it seems like a cutscene gauntlet that is only able to keep most players invested by using awkwardly animated sex scenes as the cheese for degenerates. It seems like the devs had a golden idea not in pure game design but how to catch the attention of people who never interact with real people. Seems kind of a cheap way to try and blow up in popularity. People will say they just don't engage with it but everyone knows they're lying. It's such a shame that this is being considered as game of the year by mostly porn addicts. Something like this should be rated AO and not be allowed to be streamed on Twitch since there might be children watching. I honestly think you need psychiatric help if you're in denial that this game is not a cheap way at gaining an audience through promoting deviance. On top of all that the performance is horrid. Expand
  12. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Exclusive Titles: PlayStation has a history of strong exclusive game titles developed by both first-party and third-party studios. These exclusive games often receive more attention and resources, allowing for higher levels of polish.

    Development Support: Sony provides development support and resources to studios working on PlayStation-exclusive titles, which can lead to improved game
    Exclusive Titles: PlayStation has a history of strong exclusive game titles developed by both first-party and third-party studios. These exclusive games often receive more attention and resources, allowing for higher levels of polish.

    Development Support: Sony provides development support and resources to studios working on PlayStation-exclusive titles, which can lead to improved game quality.

    Quality Control: Sony's rigorous quality control standards for games published on their platform help ensure that only polished and well-optimized games are released to the public.

    Consistent Hardware: PlayStation consoles have a consistent hardware platform, which allows developers to optimize their games more effectively, leading to better performance and fewer technical issues.

    Development Time: Many PlayStation exclusives have longer development cycles, giving developers more time to refine and polish their games.

    Financial Investment: Sony's financial backing can result in larger budgets for game development, enabling studios to invest in advanced technology, graphics, and gameplay mechanics.

    Attention to Detail: Developers working on PlayStation titles often pay meticulous attention to detail, including graphics, storytelling, and gameplay mechanics, which contributes to the overall polish of their games.
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  13. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    An amazing game. I have spent countless hours since launch exploring and engaging in visceral turn based combat. The story is fantastic and the characters are brilliantly written with tons of depth. The voice acting is phenomenal too! This game is truly a masterpiece.
  14. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    It’s the best RPG game i played in a while. Very recommended to play. GOTY
  15. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is nothing short of incredible. If you are a fan of fantasy and rpgs you’ll love it. Next level gaming for sure.
  16. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Normally I play first person action or third person action games that don't have a steep learning curve or or require significant time investment to get some kind of enjoyment or value out of. This is the first RPG since Mass Effect trilogy that actually has me hooked. Like any good RPG, your engagement with the world, committing to making choices and experimentation is actually rewarded,Normally I play first person action or third person action games that don't have a steep learning curve or or require significant time investment to get some kind of enjoyment or value out of. This is the first RPG since Mass Effect trilogy that actually has me hooked. Like any good RPG, your engagement with the world, committing to making choices and experimentation is actually rewarded, meaningful and beautifully executed across gameplay systems and story telling. Every once in a while any medium whether it be gaming, movies books or comics, a true masterpieces comes to set new standards. Highly recommend it anyone looking to get lost in an immersive story driven experience. Imagine not growing doing hardcore nerd stuff like magic the gathering or DnD and now being curious as an adult, that's how good it is. Expand
  17. Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Dos2 was much better than this crap, it's so annoying on ps5, inventory management is a joke. So many things is wrong with this game I don't want to even start, boring story most important, overhyped game, and I loved BG 1 and worship bg2.
  18. Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Jeu complètement raté sur PS5, aucun intérêt, pas de cinématiques et tour par tour pas intéressant.
  19. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Absolutely amazing game. I literally can't put it down. Graphics are good. Story is gripping. Also the voice acting is probably the best I've seen in a RPG. Probably the most immersive RPG I've played.
  20. Sep 8, 2023
    8
    Only flaws I’ve found so far is a bit too much wokeness and no physical release on ps5
  21. Sep 8, 2023
    6
    Game is stunning to look at on the PS5 and I haven’t encountered any performance related issues. I’m new to the whole genre and Baldurs gate franchise, purchased due to all the hype around it. I enjoy turn based combat games however the only thing annoying me is just how painfully difficult it is even on normal difficulty setting - I feel like all fights I can’t win & I know this isn’tGame is stunning to look at on the PS5 and I haven’t encountered any performance related issues. I’m new to the whole genre and Baldurs gate franchise, purchased due to all the hype around it. I enjoy turn based combat games however the only thing annoying me is just how painfully difficult it is even on normal difficulty setting - I feel like all fights I can’t win & I know this isn’t just me seems to be a widespread complaint. Expand
  22. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Incrível a qualidade e quantidade de coisas que se pode fazer, um jogo que respeita os fans bem diferente de starflop
  23. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Great story, dialog, and voice acting. If CRPG isnt for you, dont buy it. Don't listen to these xbots haters upset they don't have it yet. That's all these 0s are.
  24. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece of a game, A huge leap forward for rpgs, this game has took it to the next level, well done guys!
  25. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A PERFECT 10! I've played it entirely on PC and I'm now doing a second playthrough on PS5. There isn't much left to be desired and the patches for minor bugs are coming in frequently. Any person rating this less than a 10 has either lost mind from skull, or they're shamelessly doing so because an "exclusive overhyped". space "thriller" failed miserably to deliver. Expand
  26. Sep 7, 2023
    1
    The game itself is what I expected gameplay wise But the really poor framerate and choppy way it plays isn't making me want to continue playing. Maybe if they patch it and fast I'll up my score and continue. Feels like a rushed port.
  27. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I'm not sure why some people are review bombing this game? Some of them I checked were angry Starfield fans (also a good game that I'm currently playing), some are Nintendo fans, some just seem to be... unbalanced people. This game has given me so many hours of great entertainment, both in singleplayer, and currently in a multiplayer campaign with my younger brother. Good story, wellI'm not sure why some people are review bombing this game? Some of them I checked were angry Starfield fans (also a good game that I'm currently playing), some are Nintendo fans, some just seem to be... unbalanced people. This game has given me so many hours of great entertainment, both in singleplayer, and currently in a multiplayer campaign with my younger brother. Good story, well written characters, insane role playing depth, laughs, horror. It is a masterful creation, done by a studio at it's absolute heights.

    Few dollars spent have ever given me so much value for my money. For sure 10/10 for me.
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  28. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Игра подарившая надежду в будущее данного жанра. Огромная работа от Larian, которую стоит оценить каждому любителю жанра.
  29. Sep 8, 2023
    6
    Great quantity but not quality
    +Graphics
    +Amount of Content -Characters especially you and your companions are just weird -Immersion is lacking. Some places have good graphics but the people are just mixes of everything and has no character traits, there is no deep feeling och exploration, foreign cultures or mystery. -Story focus, its all over the place, like there was a lot of
    Great quantity but not quality
    +Graphics
    +Amount of Content
    -Characters especially you and your companions are just weird
    -Immersion is lacking. Some places have good graphics but the people are just mixes of everything and has no character traits, there is no deep feeling och exploration, foreign cultures or mystery.
    -Story focus, its all over the place, like there was a lot of different writers and they just bunched it all together as well as they could.
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  30. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is really amazing never played the game with such a beautiful world
  31. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Es una joya,vaya que tantos años de espera dieron buenos resultados. Un sin fin de caminos he historias,los personajes los mapas,música etc. Todo es perfecto.
    GOTY2023
  32. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. What every developer should attain to be in this saturation of **** game after **** game. The story is compelling and the characters feel real.
  33. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Très complet et complexe. Beaucoup d'approche différente permettant de jouer sa partie à sa manière sans se retrouver dans un cul de sac. Graphiquement très propre.
    Il demande un petit temps d'adaptation mais après c'est que du bonheur
  34. Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Va fatal, en pc no tiene ningún problema y en Ps5 da pena jugarlo, que decepción
  35. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    You can actually see the care and the attention to details from the developers at every corner of this masterpiece.
  36. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    This game is a must-play for any PS5 owners. The performance is flush and steady, the characters & environments are vibrant, & the story is engaging as you can almost do anything that you want in any situation thrown at you. The only reason I’m not giving it a 10 is because I believe that the game could use some QOL updates such as armor/weapon transmog, dye previews, & relationshipThis game is a must-play for any PS5 owners. The performance is flush and steady, the characters & environments are vibrant, & the story is engaging as you can almost do anything that you want in any situation thrown at you. The only reason I’m not giving it a 10 is because I believe that the game could use some QOL updates such as armor/weapon transmog, dye previews, & relationship tracking.

    Side note: apparently Larian has patched how “horny” your companions are because they were not supposed to be so engaging originally.
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  37. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    For someone that does not really enjoy Turn Based Combat, I was surprised. This game is so enjoyable, everything and everyone has a personality, new stuff and new event always happens they are never any dull moments in this game. I highly recommend for any one to play this even if they isn’t your cup of tea.
  38. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Tremendo juegazo el estudio ha hecho algo histórico con este verdadero RPG, y súper bien optimizado para Playstation acaso no hay algo que haga mal Sony, Playstation es GOD ... por eso los estudios prefieren a PS dónde si se vende y se juega verdadero gaming
  39. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    excellent game!! the more you play the more impressive you realize how great it is
  40. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    One of the best games I have played in years! This game is so refreshing. The story and characters are some of the most memorable in gaming. The RPG aspects are second to none. This game give you the choices to literally play however you want. The graphics look fantastic, not quite as good as other PS5 games. But considering how ambitious the game is it's not an issue. The game does haveOne of the best games I have played in years! This game is so refreshing. The story and characters are some of the most memorable in gaming. The RPG aspects are second to none. This game give you the choices to literally play however you want. The graphics look fantastic, not quite as good as other PS5 games. But considering how ambitious the game is it's not an issue. The game does have some performance issues particularly in later acts. However they don't detract much from the game as it is turn based and does not rely on quick reaction speeds. Overall a fantastic game and so far easily my GOTY for 2023! Expand
  41. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    One of the best Rpgs I have ever played and easily one of my all time favorite games. The amount of care and passion that went into Baldurs Gate 3 is simply astounding. Even if you are usually not a big fan of turns-bases combat, I would highly recommend to check out Baldurs Gate 3 regardless. This game is a masterpiece!
  42. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Um jogo realmente incrivel e rodando tranquilamente no Ps5!!Recomendado para todos que priorizam games de qualidade
  43. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Baldurs Gate 3 delivers, from it's unique story, likeable characters, and extensive character creation. The story is so in depth that you end up losing track of time and just want to keep playing. It's turn based style element, isn't one I'm usually into but given the fact that is the world of Dungeons and Dragons it's extremely fitting for the games immersive storyline. The dice rollingBaldurs Gate 3 delivers, from it's unique story, likeable characters, and extensive character creation. The story is so in depth that you end up losing track of time and just want to keep playing. It's turn based style element, isn't one I'm usually into but given the fact that is the world of Dungeons and Dragons it's extremely fitting for the games immersive storyline. The dice rolling element is a welcome addition and adds to the immersive element. It feels like I'm playing a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. I highly recommend it and encourage everyone to give this game a try. I tip my hat to Larian Studios, I can't wait to see what they add into the game in the future. Expand
  44. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good game,turn based is not for everyone and honestly,I think I would like it better if it was real time action but it makes up for it in the rpg department. It’s engaging,looks beautiful and runs well on the ps5. All of these performance issues,i did not experience. Crashed once,framerate dropped and has a few bugs that needs to be ironed out. Realistically it’s an 8.5-9 for me but giving it a 10 to combat the loonies on here giving it 0 and the ones praising it to high heavens only to give it a 5/10. I guarantee you none of the people giving it a low score actually played it and it’s pretty obvious. Oh and yes there’s a non binary character choice so if you’re allergic to that,just walk away Expand
  45. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    My personal game of the year, quite possibly the generation. Wonderful game!
  46. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I knew this game would be review bombed by the useless Xbox fanboys.
    The game is a masterpiece, amazing story, amazing characters, nice and complete strategy focused gameplay, beautiful soundtrack and a ridiculous amount of content.
    Yes, there are some minor frame drops, but they´re very few and nowhere near as drastic as some people say, it doesn´t affect the experience at all. 10/10 -
    I knew this game would be review bombed by the useless Xbox fanboys.
    The game is a masterpiece, amazing story, amazing characters, nice and complete strategy focused gameplay, beautiful soundtrack and a ridiculous amount of content.
    Yes, there are some minor frame drops, but they´re very few and nowhere near as drastic as some people say, it doesn´t affect the experience at all.
    10/10 - don´t believe the trolls.
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  47. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, a one in a decade masterpiece.

    There are some minor bugs in the PS5 version, as you would expect for a game of this size and magnitude, but larian has been on the ball fixing issues.
  48. Sep 8, 2023
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great visuals and very immersive and fun but can be Choppy And Buggy in places, Not a perfect Port. Frame rates suffer in both modes. Definitely not game of the year. Expand
  49. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    One of the best RPG of 2023, great port, accuarate in every sense with graph on par with the ultra settings of the PC version. Must have.
  50. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    It’s Baldur’s Gate !!!! I love this franchise and recommend it to everyone!!!
  51. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Was checking this one since the beginning of the year, being sure that it would be GOTY.
    This game holds everything. Honestly, they put a lot of thought in everything.
    You can really do a lot in the game, and expect just anything to happen. The progress is very intriguing. Has a very good and well written script, so many decisions, and the effect they have are brutal. It's long and
    Was checking this one since the beginning of the year, being sure that it would be GOTY.
    This game holds everything. Honestly, they put a lot of thought in everything.
    You can really do a lot in the game, and expect just anything to happen.
    The progress is very intriguing. Has a very good and well written script, so many decisions, and the effect they have are brutal. It's long and hard, so you kinda don't want to mess up, but when you do, unexpected results happens, with different rewards, endings and whatever
    Believe me, this game so much potential for DLCs, and forks between just too many branchs that'll take so long for you to finish, that other games will be helpess claiming for attention
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  52. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Jogo muito emersivo, ótimo gráfico jogabilidade. História muito boa. Estou com 50h de jogo e estou curtindo demais, sou fã de RPG de turno. Joguei muito dungeon e dragons desde a terceira edição.
  53. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Played this on PC first. PS5 version is second for better co-op experience, from the standpoint that my family is remote and they don't have all PC's. LOVE this game. So many choices and so much variety. You have to like this game style, but if you are a DnD or Pathfinder player, this shouldn't be an issue. If your a Call of Duty player and looking for more of the same, this is not thePlayed this on PC first. PS5 version is second for better co-op experience, from the standpoint that my family is remote and they don't have all PC's. LOVE this game. So many choices and so much variety. You have to like this game style, but if you are a DnD or Pathfinder player, this shouldn't be an issue. If your a Call of Duty player and looking for more of the same, this is not the game for you. I do wish we could use a mouse/keyboard on the PS5 though, as it does help manage the overwhelming amount of things you can do more efficiently than a controller. On the flip side, they have done some amazing things with the controller implementation. Looking forward to cross-play as well. Overall, this is the best DnD game EVER MADE, and I've been around for 5 decades of gaming going back to the old Pong across many platforms. Larian has done an exceptional job and they deserve all the praise they get for their hard work and their continued efforts in bringing out the best of the game. Expand
  54. Sep 8, 2023
    0
    You gonna like it if you like very traditional turn-based RPG, otherwise you are going to be tortured by the rhythm. Storyline is normal. Overall not as outstanding as the hype going on out there. I am not sure since when a rich content equals to a good content, and a large open world equals to a good game element.
  55. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    L'un des meilleurs rpg de la décennie excellente maîtrise avec la dualsense ce n'est pas mon style de jeux d'habitude mais j'ai bien aimé tenter l'aventure je vous le conseille
  56. Sep 8, 2023
    6
    A great RPG with a big scope, however, performance is poor and the game struggles to chug along once hitting ACT 2. reviews claimed this to be the "most polished game" its far from it if you enjoy CRPGs youll enjoy this, but keep in mind, the performance is subpar and takes you out of the immersion
  57. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate 3 is an absolute gem in the world of RPGs. The game's rich storytelling, intricate character development, and stunning visuals immediately draw you into its immersive world. The depth of choices and consequences makes every decision feel impactful, ensuring a highly personalized gaming experience. What truly sets Baldur's Gate 3 apart is its engaging party dynamics, whereBaldur's Gate 3 is an absolute gem in the world of RPGs. The game's rich storytelling, intricate character development, and stunning visuals immediately draw you into its immersive world. The depth of choices and consequences makes every decision feel impactful, ensuring a highly personalized gaming experience. What truly sets Baldur's Gate 3 apart is its engaging party dynamics, where each character feels distinct and integral to the narrative. While Starfield has its merits, Baldur's Gate 3's intricate storytelling and character-driven gameplay provide a level of immersion and emotional investment that's hard to match. It's a must-play for any RPG enthusiast. Expand
  58. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Wow!! What a game. This game is so fun and addictive. A buy and must play!!
  59. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Absolutely the best RPG ever made! Choice matter, multiple ways to handle each individual events. It's absolutely crazy
  60. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    The best game since the Witcher 3. The immersion and character interaction is top notch. Will have multiple playthroughs for sure.
  61. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Ufak tefek sorunlar dışında ses problemi var. Geliştirici firmanın konsol yönunde biraz tecrübesiz olduğu için fakat yine mükemmel bir oyun
  62. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Jogo ta incrível e bem parecido com a versão de PC Parabéns aos envolvidos
  63. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    a master piece
    story great
    combat great
    performance great
    the Goty of 2023
  64. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This is a masterpiece, no questions asked.
    Larian did a wonderful job and everybody should play it!
  65. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Simple lovley Charakter ans world Design. Roleplay in depth, a Game wäre decissions reale matter
  66. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Não me divertia tanto com um jogo de turno desde Divinity Sin 2. Cada personagem é único com suas personalidades e características. Baldur's gate 3 merece ser o goty.
  67. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Best game I've ever played in my life. A game where all the choices really matter and make smaller and bigger differences. Congratulations to the developers. Hope all the game industry learn something with this game
  68. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incrível, não esperava que o jogo ia conseguir performar tão bem no console Comandos excelentes no controle, provavelmente goty Expand
  69. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing beautiful game, graphics are beautiful. The gameplay is so smooth, beautiful! Very fun, interesting story and next-gen!

    But this game…it’s the best game ever!
  70. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Best RPG I’ve ever played. Runs well besides a few frame dips now and then. Wonderful gameplay and story. Larian has done it again
  71. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Just one word: MASTERPIECE.

    Runs smoothly on Ps5. Just take a minute to learn the gameplay and the player will enjoy the GOTY of 2023!

    Witcher 3, Last of us, Zelda and now Baldur´s Gate 3. That´s all you need to know.

    * Metacritic needs to bans all the trolls who gave a low score to this game. Do not believe them.*
  72. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    It is easier to name the minuses of the game, because the list of advantages is huge - great variability, excellent graphics, well written story and characters, a GREAT COMBAT SYSTEM, a fun coop, a large variety of builds, the density of content in the open world. Of the minuses - poor performance In ONE LOCATION in act 3, a change in the storyline of halasin and insufficient scale of theIt is easier to name the minuses of the game, because the list of advantages is huge - great variability, excellent graphics, well written story and characters, a GREAT COMBAT SYSTEM, a fun coop, a large variety of builds, the density of content in the open world. Of the minuses - poor performance In ONE LOCATION in act 3, a change in the storyline of halasin and insufficient scale of the ending. But it's still the best game I've played since Witcher Expand
  73. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This game is truly amazing! This is coming from someone who has never really enjoyed turn based combat in games and also hasn’t really shown an interest in the world of D&D. So far I’m about 40 hours into the game. I’m still on act one and can’t put this game down! The world is beautiful, and I can’t help exploring every inch of it! The characters are very well written and all feel realThis game is truly amazing! This is coming from someone who has never really enjoyed turn based combat in games and also hasn’t really shown an interest in the world of D&D. So far I’m about 40 hours into the game. I’m still on act one and can’t put this game down! The world is beautiful, and I can’t help exploring every inch of it! The characters are very well written and all feel real and worth investing time into. The combat is fun and engaging. I find myself really enjoying the turn based combat. I’ve never really enjoyed it but with this game I’ve gone into it with an open mind and it’s actually a lot of fun working out what I can do and how I can take out the enemies. This game is a breath of fresh air and it’s nice to play a game at launch that is completely finished and not a broken buggy mess. Yes there are some issues with frame rates but nothing game breaking. And I’m very happy with the idea that this game has no microtransactions no payed dlc it’s a one time payment and you have hundreds of hours of content. The studio really should be proud of themselves for putting a lot of love and care into a game, one that is easily my contender for game of the year! Expand
  74. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    An absolute feat in gaming! Masterful performances and just an incredibly immersive game.
  75. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Llevo una vida jugando videojuegos, y aunque siempre han existido títulos asombrosos, a nivel personal han existido pocos que generan en mi recordar como fue jugar mi primer videojuego, dónde todo es nuevo y emocionante. En este caso BG3 lo ha conseguido e invito a cualquiera que le de una oportunidad, es un gran trabajo. Tiene sus detalles, pero todo juego lo tiene, como pantallas deLlevo una vida jugando videojuegos, y aunque siempre han existido títulos asombrosos, a nivel personal han existido pocos que generan en mi recordar como fue jugar mi primer videojuego, dónde todo es nuevo y emocionante. En este caso BG3 lo ha conseguido e invito a cualquiera que le de una oportunidad, es un gran trabajo. Tiene sus detalles, pero todo juego lo tiene, como pantallas de carga que me gustarían que fueran más rápidas principalmente; el control es verdad que se nota que su base es teclado y ratón, pero la adaptación a mando es muy buena y por lo demás el juego me ha funcionado muy bien. Amigos gamer a disfrutar siempre de los videojuegos. Expand
  76. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Finally, another game where you get the feeling that the developers have heard the players. An absolutely terrific role-playing game.

    I didn't have much experience with turn-based combat before, but I got totally hooked on the game. The story is superbly written, and the characters have great depth. Man, even the typical rats, dogs and wolves have more profile than the typical triple
    Finally, another game where you get the feeling that the developers have heard the players. An absolutely terrific role-playing game.

    I didn't have much experience with turn-based combat before, but I got totally hooked on the game. The story is superbly written, and the characters have great depth. Man, even the typical rats, dogs and wolves have more profile than the typical triple AAA protagonist.

    I'm glad we've been blessed with such a great game and don't understand the partially bad reviews here at all.

    The performance is great, also there are almost no bugs or dropouts. So definitely a super good game that you can't go wrong with. Because of the poorer performance in act 3 but still 9/10 until the problem is fixed.

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  77. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Baldur's Gate III is a turn-based CRPG with an absolutely fantastic story and a lovingly crafted game world. For me, it is one of the best games of all time because it gives me every freedom to shape the story in my own direction. However, this may be considered a "risk" by some players. You are not taken by the hand like in Ubisoft games, but have to work out your own adventure (which iBaldur's Gate III is a turn-based CRPG with an absolutely fantastic story and a lovingly crafted game world. For me, it is one of the best games of all time because it gives me every freedom to shape the story in my own direction. However, this may be considered a "risk" by some players. You are not taken by the hand like in Ubisoft games, but have to work out your own adventure (which i LOVE in a rpg). This happens through discovery, conversations with NPCs and a few (but not too many) fixed main story points. If you do this, then you are rewarded with a really immersive RPG experience.

    Furthermore, I find the quality of the game convincing across all three acts. Content-wise, I even like the third act the best, as it has some incredibly epic quest lines that put just about any other RPG to shame. From time to time, however, there are still minor performance bugs in this Act. Nothing too bad though, give it a try.

    As a conclusion, if you fancy an incredible role-playing experience, this is your game. 10/10 :)

    The following tips:

    - talk to almost all NPCs

    - save frequently

    - don't forget the Speak with animals and Speak to dead spells, as they give you access to some of the best content.

    - When fighting, remember that not only damage is important, but also the number of moves your player and opponent make and penalty and attack rolls. Therefore, frequently use support spells and potions. There are some great Youtube-videos that may help you out!

    I am glad, that finally a game is worth it again in 2023.
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  78. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    So this is my first turn based game. Personally Eldin ring is my favorite game of all time. Loved the exploration and density of the world. This game is giving me a similar feeling and I love it. Have never played a game so dense with content that's actually enjoyable to do and not recycled throughout the world. To those on the fence just give it a shot. It's special.
  79. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game! Good job and thank you for the great time spent! Fully recommend.
  80. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Superb game! Great story and characters, game plays smoothly on PS5. It's really addictive!
  81. Sep 8, 2023
    2
    2023 is finally actually good year for gaming, tons of great games and this is the year when some absolute losers want to overhype game that could have released in 2001 and still wouldn't been special?? i'm hopeful that this is just loud minority.
  82. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    The best game I ever played. Perfect in every way. I decided to try dungeons and dragons cause this game and I'm having a great time.
  83. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Um "Obra de Arte", um dos "Melhores Games" que ja joguei na minha vida, a o Fato/Gênero RPG nunca vi ser tão bem executado como esse jogo faz. Baldurs Gate 3 é o meu Game of The Year torço para que ganhe para poder ser chamado de Baldurs Goty 3❤
  84. Sep 8, 2023
    1
    Outdated, overrated and overhyped game by people who think that they are fighting against big companies lol. Like seriously, if this game released in 1999, it would have been just as popular as all the other games like this one, in other words....not too popular. These games had decent fanbase on PC, but they were never mainstream level. They weren't even comparable to Age of Empires.Outdated, overrated and overhyped game by people who think that they are fighting against big companies lol. Like seriously, if this game released in 1999, it would have been just as popular as all the other games like this one, in other words....not too popular. These games had decent fanbase on PC, but they were never mainstream level. They weren't even comparable to Age of Empires.

    But now it's 2023 and everyone takes gaming more seriously than religion and bunch of different people are overhyping this game for different reasons. There are diablo fans (haters), there are those who forgot that Final Fantasy hasn't been turn based for 20 years and want new games to be turn based and then there are those who like to go along with hypetrain, without even caring if the game is actually any good.

    Did i like it? No i didn't. In 1999 i might have enjoyed it, but even back then it wouldn't have been nothing special.
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  85. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    An incredible game, whose only real limitation is your imagination. 30 hours in and I’m totally hooked on this game.
  86. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Larian making history with this game, what a masterpiece. One of my favourite games of all time along FF, ocarina of time or morrowind. Cant compare beocuse the time distance, but this game its gonna be for new generations what those games were for little me long ago.
  87. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Melhor RPG disponível para PS5 com a mesma qualidade da versão de PC. Viciante demais!
  88. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Best game since years, the whole story and every charakter is a masterpiece
  89. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    10/10 a masterpiece so much better than that garbage Starfield, I wish this game was only on PlayStation so I could rub it in the faces of those Xbots, Ignore the low frames at some points in the game because I know the series X can't do any better and the series S is trash.
  90. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogos de RPG dos últimos 10 anos sem nenhuma dúvida, uma aula de como as empresas de jogos devem tratar suas IPs e seu público.
  91. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    I'm so happy fot hte progress BG3 is. It is an entirely new step in gaming. Above everything. I really cannot recommend it enough. Story-wise, narration-wise, visually, musically... Such a modern Masterpiece.
  92. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Melhor RPG do ano. Um jogo que furou a bolha e niguem dava nada por ele por causa do preconceito de ser um RPG de turno.
  93. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    un jeux vraiment complet vois 10 fois le jeux vous avez 100 histoires différentes. tout ce que l on attend d'un bon un rpg a l ancienne au tour par tour
  94. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. Goty 2023.
    amazing combat, rewarding exploration, great characters and dialogues, 10/10
  95. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Best game ever,I played for hours Bg2 in 2004 and Bg3 is like to see and old friend again , thank you for being so perfect
  96. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    O my man. This is THE game. Everything is on an impeccable level of interaction. Solid graphics. Amazing humor. And breathtaking gameplay
  97. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    An absolutely insane game. Well worth every £.
    If you love any type of rpg you’ll love this.
  98. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    A true masterpiece which has raised the bar for all game developers to aspire. The depth and immersion this game provides is unmatched. Balder’s Gate 3 belongs on the Mount Rushmore of video games.
  99. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    When a game manages to make you think about it and play it with your mind even when you're not sitting at the console and waiting for the time to pass to re-enter this beautiful world and continue your journey then somewhere there you just realize that you are dealing with a real masterpiece. Incredible gameplay mechanics with tons of different approaches to a battle, fantastic depth toWhen a game manages to make you think about it and play it with your mind even when you're not sitting at the console and waiting for the time to pass to re-enter this beautiful world and continue your journey then somewhere there you just realize that you are dealing with a real masterpiece. Incredible gameplay mechanics with tons of different approaches to a battle, fantastic depth to the characters, you really bond with them and literally get into the role you're playing with your character and fantastic co-op, incredible that a game like this in 2023 supports split screen couch local co-op which really works and in a very interesting renewed way. Being able to give a dualsense to a friend at any time and to sit side by side and play together with the screen switching incredibly smoothly to split screen and back to full screen, without having to enter a different menu, is an experience that can only be described as positive. It's been a while since I've gotten so hooked on a game and what makes it even better is that we're already in a very good year for gaming as there have already been very good games released across all systems and the year isn't even over yet strong releases are coming and the Baldur's Gate III is up against games that, had they been released in previous years, would have easily won the GOTY. And he has managed among all this to already set the bar very high to be this year's GOTY. Expand
  100. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    A true masterpiece. I’ve never been a fan of games like these, I’m more of an Action gamer. I was incredibly surprised and impressed how immersive and rich the universe is in the game. I got hooked from the first moments after starting the game. The story is full and detailed, characters deep and interesting. It’s the first game I genuinely enjoy clearing all side quests and spendingA true masterpiece. I’ve never been a fan of games like these, I’m more of an Action gamer. I was incredibly surprised and impressed how immersive and rich the universe is in the game. I got hooked from the first moments after starting the game. The story is full and detailed, characters deep and interesting. It’s the first game I genuinely enjoy clearing all side quests and spending stupid amount of my time on it too! It plays smooth like butter. Very nice controls and easy to understand mechanics. So glad we had a chance to get a game this level in such a long time! Expand
Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. Dec 24, 2023
    100
    The journey for Larian Studios was a long one, and it's safe to say that Baldur's Gate 3 is truly worthy of all the praise it has received to this point.
  2. Nov 29, 2023
    92
    Baldur's Gate 3 is an outstanding achievement in game design, character-based storytelling, and player choice. So, if you've been hesitating to play it like I have then don't be a goof and check it out already; you almost certainly won't regret it.
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    Nov 23, 2023
    100
    It is abundantly clear why this massive adventure took six years to develop from every lovingly sharpened plot hook, every subtle quirk of a party member’s lips, and every new arrangement of that gorgeous, central musical motif. Baldur’s Gate 3 is a glorious lightning strike, pairing talent with timing for not just a worthy successor to the series’ crown, but something truly special in its own right. We’ve no doubt we’ll head back down, down, down by the river to adventure anew for years to come. [Issue#33, p.68]