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Baldur's Gate 3 is a Dungeons and Dragons inspired RPG developed and published by Larian Studios. Featuring both a single player and cooperative element, players create their character by selecting a starting class, take on quests, level up, and engage in turn-based combat using the D&D 5th edition rule set.

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Baldur's Gate 3

Franchise
Baldur's Gate
Platform(s)
PC, Stadia, macOS, PS5, Xbox Series X

Released
August 3, 2023
Developer(s)
Larian Studios
Publisher(s)
Larian Studios
Genre(s)
RPG

ESRB
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence

How Long To Beat
30 Hours

Metascore
96

Split Screen Orientation
Vertical Only

Number of Players
1-4

PS Plus Availability
N/A

Local Co-Op Support
1-2 Players

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Cloaks may be somewhat overlooked in Baldur's Gate 3, but these choices can offer some decent benefits - or at least a few style points.

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Baldur's Gate 3: 20 Best Spells

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Baldur's Gate 3 has several different classes for players to choose from, with most being magic-based, meaning spells are very important.

ByMegan Smith

6 Games Where The Protagonist Has A Voice In Their Head

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Some iconic protagonists in gaming hide a dark secret: a voice in their head that acts as a guardian angel, or a manipulative demon.

ByJake Fillery

Choosing the right footwear can offer players massive advantages in Baldur's Gate 3. Here are the best boots the game has to offer.

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7 Best Games to Play If You Like Baldur's Gate 3

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These games will all appeal to BG3 fans with deep narratives, impactful choices, and expansive worlds. Expect to make some tough decisions.

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Great Open-World Games With Female Protagonists

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Despite the genres recent explosion in popularity, there aren’t too many open-world games that feature female protagonists.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Where To Find The Nightsong

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Learn all the steps involved in tracking down Nightsong in Baldur's Gate 3.

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For the best defense in Baldur's Gate 3, players should seek out these particular pieces of Heavy Armor.

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All Baldur's Gate 3 Monk Subclasses, Ranked

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The Monk, added in the full release of Baldur's Gate 3, is a master of hand-to-hand combat that can channel Ki to perform a number of incredible feats

ByThomas Hawkins

Baldur's Gate 3: 18 Things To Do Before Going To Act 2

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There is a lot to pack into Larian's RPG, but some stops are definitely worth making before progressing past the first act of Baldur's Gate 3.

ByNyah Payne

Why a Baldur's Gate 3 Sequel Should Focus on the Feywild

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The Feywild is one of the most chaotic settings in the Forgotten Realms and has a ton of storytelling potential for Baldur's Gate 3's successor.

ByShayna Josi

Hilarious Baldur's Gate 3 Glitch Causes Player To Hug Halsin Forever

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A gamer online finds a strange Baldur's Gate 3 glitch, which causes the player to awkwardly hug companion Halsin for eternity.

ByDaniel Morris

Baldur's Gate 3 Player Creates Build Based On God of War's Kratos

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A Baldur's Gate 3 player online creates an awesome build based on God of War's Kratos, bringing the iconic character to Larian's RPG.

ByDaniel Morris

Awesome Baldur's Gate 3 Mod Turns It Into a Roguelike Game

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A brand-new Baldur's Gate 3 mod turns Larian's title into a roguelike, switching the focus away from the game's RPG mechanics completely.

ByDaniel Morris

Baldur's Gate 3: Best Monk Multiclass Build

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The Monk is a tricky class to multiclass in Baldur's Gate 3, but with the right build it can become a monster of melee combat.

ByKristy Ambrose

Baldur's Gate 3 Players Need to Be Careful When Using Torches

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A Baldur's Gate 3 player shares a tragic story that should serve as a reminder for players to be careful when using torches in the game.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Best Items For Wisdom

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Wisdom is an important stat for classes like Cleric and Druid in Baldur's Gate 3, and these items will further help boost it.

ByRohan James Hill

Baldur's Gate 3: Best Items For Charisma

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Charisma characters in Baldur's Gate 3 will hugely benefit from the following items. Here's what Bards, Paladins, Sorcerers, and Warlocks should get.

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10 Best Turn-Based Games On Xbox

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When it comes to picking an Xbox game to play, there are a ton of choice. These are the best picks for fans of turn-based combat.

ByRobbie Mitchell

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Baldur's Gate 3 holds some exciting companions, each with their own unique desires and sense of morality for Dungeons & Dragons.

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