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.
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.
Cross-play is planned for Baldur's Gate 3, allowing players on PlayStation 5, PC, and eventually Xbox to play together online in the future.
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.
Larian Studios has confirmed that cross-platform co-op is coming to Baldur's Gate 3, allowing players on different platforms to adventure together.
Baldur's Gate 3 is a game that can be divided into two parts: combat and relationships, and while the combat aspect can be emulated using a modified version of Dungeons & Dragons 3.5e, the relationship aspect is better represented by a game like Thirsty Sword Lesbians due to its focus on narrative and emotional influence.
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 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.
Starfield, the latest RPG game from Bethesda, has had an impressive launch, surpassing Skyrim's concurrent player count on Steam, but still trailing behind games like Baldur's Gate 3, with the success partly attributed to its availability on Xbox's PC Game Pass subscription service.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Microsoft executives were initially not enthusiastic about bringing Baldur's Gate 3 to Xbox Game Pass, referring to it as a "second-run Stadia PC RPG," according to leaked emails.
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The leaked Xbox emails reveal interesting insights, such as Xbox's interest in acquiring Nintendo and Valve, Phil Spencer's nerdy and approachable management style, and the misclassification of Baldur's Gate 3 as a "second-run Stadia PC RPG" in internal Game Pass projections.
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."
Patch 3 for Baldur's Gate 3 is a massive update with extensive gameplay adjustments, technical improvements, and bug fixes.
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.
Baldur's Gate 3, a fantasy CRPG, offers elements reminiscent of The Sims 4, allowing players to indulge in character customization and relationships.
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.
Obsidian's Josh Sawyer joked about waiting for a call from Microsoft to make Pillars of Eternity 3 with a $120 million budget, raising hopes for a high-budget sequel in the style of Baldur's Gate 3.
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.
Baldur's Gate 3 has successfully built a passionate fandom through its engaging campaign, replayability, and compelling cast of characters, leading to long-term success and fan-generated content.
