Game reviews / Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur's Gate 3
2023 · PC · macOS · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series X|S · Role-playing game · Computer role-playing game · Turn-based RPG
3 scored sources · 2 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a remarkably expansive role-playing game built around meaningful choice, systemic turn-based combat, and an exceptionally memorable ensemble of companions. Critics consistently praised its authentic adaptation of Dungeons & Dragons, reactive storytelling, cinematic presentation, cooperative play, and freedom to solve problems through combat, dialogue, exploration, or improvisation. Its enormous scope can overwhelm newcomers, while the slow pace, complex rules, occasional bugs, performance issues, and easy-to-miss content may frustrate some players. Even with those drawbacks, the consensus is that Larian delivers a landmark RPG whose density, character writing, and replayability establish a new standard for the genre.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-17
Pros
- Exceptional player freedom and branching narrative
- Memorable companions and strong character writing
- Deep, creative turn-based combat
- Highly authentic Dungeons & Dragons adaptation
Cons
- Large scope and complexity can overwhelm newcomers
- Slow pace may not suit every player
- Some minor bugs and performance issues
- Easy to miss quests and story content
Review sources
3 sources found across 2 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- PC Gamer · United Kingdom · 97/100
- Push Square · United Kingdom · 100/100
- GameSpot · United States · 100/100