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Baldur's Gate 3

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High confidence843.2K reviews Updated Jun 17, 2026

As of Jun 17, 2026, Baldur's Gate 3 is rated 97% positive on Steam (843,173 reviews).

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Is Baldur's Gate 3 worth it in 2026?

An exceptionally well-received game backed by an enormous sample of reviews, where praise themes are numerous and consistent while complaint themes are minimal and isolated, the facts point to a product with very few meaningful weaknesses.

Best for

Players who prioritize rich storytelling, meaningful choices, and replayable RPG experiences with deep character writing.

Watch out

Those intending to play cooperatively may encounter design friction, as multiplayer issues are the most recurring complaint despite being mentioned by only a small number of reviewers.

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97% positive
Steam
843.2K reviews

Pros

  • compelling story and writing16
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    • A game in which a random book/rune you read at your first hours can change the outcome of a conversation you are making near your last hours. Splendid, a must play if you are inter...
    • One of the best stories i've ever had the honor of playing, not to go into spoilers, i've finished the game with the "best" ending and it just left me empty and craving for more, b...
    • hmmm.... this is a great rpg. ive enjoyed a few builds on it and i highly encourage people to buy this game. I give it a mighty 8-10. beautiful graphics, precise gameplay and unfo...
  • player freedom and choices11
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    • A game in which a random book/rune you read at your first hours can change the outcome of a conversation you are making near your last hours. Splendid, a must play if you are inter...
    • The graphics are amazing, the story is amazing, the gameplay is amazing, and it keeps me coming back for more. I love this game so much, I highly highly recommend this game if you...
    • Very good game. The story is good, the gameplay is too, and you get extreme freedom in your approach to pretty much everything. For example, I made a pact with a devil to obtain a...
  • highly replayable6
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    • I have too many hours in this game. This has been my favioute game for several years now. I even finished honour mode. It is high time I left a review. Absolute cinema - everythin...
    • I have put way too many hours into this game. After unlocking every achievement and completing my 7th playthrough, I think it's finally time to say goodbye. I highly recommend it t...
    • The graphics are amazing, the story is amazing, the gameplay is amazing, and it keeps me coming back for more. I love this game so much, I highly highly recommend this game if you...
  • memorable characters6
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    • hmmm.... this is a great rpg. ive enjoyed a few builds on it and i highly encourage people to buy this game. I give it a mighty 8-10. beautiful graphics, precise gameplay and unfo...
    • An incredible game that make you feel like home. The characters and quests are beautifully written, also the locations make you stop to take a closer look. Great work from thousand...
    • Great game. Didn't think I'd like it, ended up loving it. Top 5 game ever for me I think. The character writing and stories are second to none.
  • addictive and time-consuming5
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    • I have too many hours in this game. This has been my favioute game for several years now. I even finished honour mode. It is high time I left a review. Absolute cinema - everythin...
    • I have put way too many hours into this game. After unlocking every achievement and completing my 7th playthrough, I think it's finally time to say goodbye. I highly recommend it t...
    • There is a certain game called Skyrim that sucked hours of my time. Booted the game on a random morning, suddenly its night. BG3 is the only other game that did this. 5/5
  • turn-based combat praised4
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    • I genuinely adore this game, it is one of the best games I've ever played. The game mechanics are simple and easy to learn, the graphics are outstanding and the storyline is immers...
    • The definitive D&D video game. Such a massive game with so much depth. Faithful to 5e without being afraid to change the system to better suit the medium of a game.
    • If you like DND, it's a must play. If you like turn based video games, it's a must play. If you like DND but don't like turn based video games, play it anyway you'll probably l...

Cons

  • multiplayer design issues2
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    • Its fun. If you try to play with more than two players, be prepared for nobody to play it after the first session or two.
    • Every ounce of praise and hype this game has received over the past 3 years have been warranted. One of the greatest RPGs ever crafted. HOWEVER, if you're planning to start a group...
  • too many side quests1
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    • If you still haven't played BG3 in 2026, shame on you. The characters feel so vivid and alive, it feels almost like you are interacting with a real people! Constantly criticizing...
  • game crashes1
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    • Play as paladin. Choose [Lie] in dialog. Game crashes. Immersive oathbreaking experience.

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