Baldur’s Gate III is dominating the gaming world, but if you're looking for more D&D gaming fun, there are plenty of other games to scratch that itch, including the original Baldur's Gate series, Dark Alliance, Lords of Waterdeep, Neverwinter Nights, Idle Champions, Eye of the Beholder, the Dungeons & Dragons arcade games, and Planescape: Torment.
A new mod for Baldur's Gate 3 adds a variety of Dungeons and Dragons races, as well as races from Final Fantasy XIV, allowing players to explore new options in the game.
Baldur's Gate 3 has received a high Metacritic rating of 97 on the PS5, making it the highest-rated game on the system so far, although this is based on only nine reviews.
Baldur's Gate 3 on PlayStation 5 successfully translates the complex workings of a CRPG to a gamepad, allowing players to seamlessly continue their game from PC and offering a rich and immersive experience, despite some technical issues.
Former Dragon Age lead writer and Baldur’s Gate 2 design director David Gaider criticizes Baldur’s Gate 3 for its overt focus on sex and romance, comparing it to beginner-level romance writing, although he still enjoys playing the game.
Console owners will eventually be able to play Baldur's Gate 3 with their friends on PC, as crossplay is planned for a future release.
Baldur's Gate 3 on PS5 offers a visually impressive experience with good performance overall, but struggles with CPU limitations in Act Three, causing frame rate drops and inconsistent animation. The game's split-screen mode also performs well, with minimal compromises.
Baldur's Gate 3 director Swen Vincke discusses how the game's romancing mechanic can prompt conversations among couples, offering a unique and engaging experience for players.
Baldur's Gate 3's evil ending feels underdeveloped and lacks a satisfying epilogue, leaving players questioning the purpose and consequences of their immoral choices.
Baldur's Gate 3 offers a deep and intricate RPG experience, but console gamers may need to save often, think creatively in battles, be mindful of limited spell usage, rest regularly, and ensure characters stick to their proficiency in weapons and armor.
The game "Baldur's Gate 3" has implemented animations that take into account the body shapes and heights of the characters involved in intimate actions, addressing a bug that previously affected shorter characters.
Mac users will soon be able to play the full version of Baldur's Gate III, as Larian Studios announced that it will be available for Mac on September 21, allowing gamers to continue playing until they reach the Moonrise Towers and uncover secrets in the third act.
Baldur's Gate 3, a video game, has been criticized for its characters' inappropriate workplace behavior and overly sexual interactions, detracting from the overall gaming experience.
The PS5 version of Baldur's Gate 3 has received rave reviews, being hailed as one of the best RPGs ever regardless of platform, with critics praising its depth and epic gameplay.
The author reflects on a choice they made in Baldur's Gate 3 that had unintended consequences, leading to a missed opportunity for a companion, highlighting the meaningful choices in the game.
Baldur's Gate 3 accommodates different decision-making by creating a unique cast of characters that can only be seen if specific random killings occur early in the game.
Baldur's Gate 3 has received overwhelmingly positive responses, but a game developer criticizes its flaws in game-breaking choices, unreliable communication, and lack of consistency, questioning its true quality as a game.
To maximize the enjoyment of Baldur's Gate 3 co-op, it is important for players to share in the story experience, make decisions through consensus, share loot evenly, and keep party members alive.
The RPG Baldur's Gate 3 is highly recommended to play on the Steam Deck due to its vast and time-consuming gameplay, making it ideal for playing on the go, and its inclusion of a 20-sided die and countless choices that provide an incredible amount of replay value.
Baldur’s Gate 3 players are discussing the secrets and content they missed on their first playthroughs, highlighting the game's numerous choices and consequences.
At the end of Baldur's Gate 3, a scene with Karlach reveals that she is aware that she is in a video game, causing admiration and existential crisis among players.
Baldur's Gate 3 exceeded expectations with its successful full launch, attracting a massive player base and surpassing projected numbers, despite being underestimated by Microsoft in terms of inclusion in their Game Pass subscription service.
Leaked documents reveal that Microsoft underestimated the success of Baldur's Gate 3, referring to it as a "second-run Stadia PC RPG," but the game has proven to be a major hit.
The voice actors of Baldur's Gate 3 origin characters will join together to play a game of D&D as their characters, which will be streamed on Twitch by High Rollers.
Microsoft underestimated the success of Baldur's Gate 3 on its Game Pass subscription service, but developer Larian Studios is understanding of the situation, stating that it "comes with the genre."
Baldur's Gate 3, a popular roleplaying game available on Steam, can now be played on Mac devices with Apple silicon M1 processors and 8GB RAM, featuring a choice of pre-made or custom characters, turn-based combat, and positive reviews, at a price of $60.
A player recounts their memorable experiences in Baldur's Gate 3, where their charismatic Paladin successfully out-drank and defeated two powerful bosses through clever conversational options.
The third Baldur's Gate 3 patch includes a new ceremorphosis cinematic that adds a horrifying visual element to the game.
Summary: Baldur's Gate 3 offers players the ability to split their party, which can be useful for strategically positioning characters in combat or performing ambushes, and can be easily regrouped using specific commands.
Baldur's Gate 3, a fantasy CRPG, offers elements reminiscent of The Sims 4, allowing players to indulge in character customization and relationships.
Summary: Interacting with companions in Baldur's Gate 3 can have significant consequences, with certain choices resulting in a loss of approval points, potentially impacting gameplay and romance options.
Baldur's Gate 3 continues to impress fans with its immersive gameplay, varied story options, and impressive Steam chart stats, attracting a dedicated player base even two months after its release.
After beating Baldur's Gate 3, players can explore the final act and city, make different choices by loading old saves, start a new playthrough with a new party or challenge, and try out numerous mods to enhance their gaming experience.
A new mod called 'Overexplained Interaction Options' for Baldur's Gate 3 provides players with detailed information and warnings about skill rolls, party approval points, Paladin oaths, romance-related choices, and even spoilers for personal quests and endgame outcomes.
Baldur's Gate 3 players are reporting that their real-life partners have become infatuated with the Vampire Rogue Astarion, going as far as changing phone backgrounds, dreaming about him, and seeking guides to maximize his approval.
The top 20 games played on the Steam Deck in September include Baldur's Gate 3 and Starfield, despite their poor performance on the handheld device, indicating that players prioritize gameplay over graphical fidelity.
Some players of Baldur's Gate 3 are disappointed that certain NPCs in the game cannot be romanced, sparking discussions on the official subreddit.
Baldur’s Gate 2's complex companion characters were influenced by Final Fantasy 7, leading to a development overhaul that made the characters more interesting and three-dimensional.