Baldur’s Gate 3 is a name inside gaming world that already carries serious weight in the RPG genre. For decades, this franchise has been one of those legendary series that players look back on with pure nostalgia. But Baldur’s Gate 3? It doesn’t just live off that legacy; it takes it, rebuilds it, and runs in an entirely new direction.

Developed by Larian Studios, the same team behind Divinity: Original Sin 2, Baldur’s Gate 3 combines the tactical depth of Dungeons & Dragons style with the cinematic storytelling you expect from a modern RPG masterpiece. It launched in 2023, yet even in 2025 it’s still receiving updates, still dominating conversations, and still surprising players who thought they’d seen it all.

Features

The Story Actually Reacts to You

You start the game infected by a creepy little tadpole from a mind flayer. It’s slowly changing you, giving you powers you probably shouldn’t have. Right away, you’re thrown into a moral dilemma. Do you fight this thing inside you, or lean into it and risk becoming something not exactly human?

But here’s the cool part: every choice matters. Who you talk to, who you trust, and what you decide in the heat of the moment can flip the story in wild ways. Some NPCs remember what you did hours ago. Companions might leave you or worse if you cross the line. And yes, there are multiple endings depending on how you play it.

Companions With Actual Personality

If you’ve played other RPGs where companions feel like lifeless quest-givers, you’ll notice the difference here instantly. Characters like Shadowheart, Astarion, and Gale aren’t just along for the ride. They have opinions, sometimes ones you won’t like.

Shadowheart, for example, might approve of a choice one moment and then throw shade at you for a different one. Asterion? He’s charming in a dangerously untrustworthy way. And Gale? Let’s just say he’s got a ticking time bomb of a secret you’ll need to deal with.

Combat That Feels Like Real D&D

Unlike the old Baldur’s Gate games, this one goes full turn-based, just like a D&D session. At first, it might feel slow if you’re used to fast-action RPGs, but it quickly clicks.

Every fight is about positioning and creativity. You can:

1. Shove enemies off a cliff (and laugh while they scream).
2. Light up a pool of oil with a fire spell for explosive results.
3. Or sneak into position and trigger a surprise round for extra damage.

It’s all about using the environment it offers, and thinking a step ahead for its advantage. And yeah, dice rolls decide a lot, just like a real tabletop campaign, so sometimes things don’t go as planned. But that’s what makes it fun.

Freedom to Play Your Way

This is where Baldur’s Gate 3 really shines. You can:

Make a totally custom hero with your own class, race, and backstory.
Or pick one of the Origin characters and experience the game through their unique lens.
Solve problems with diplomacy, brute force, stealth, or just setting everything on fire.

Want to play a noble paladin? Go for it. Want to be a morally questionable bard who charms their way through the world? Absolutely.

A World Full of Secrets

Exploration in this game feels rewarding because the world actually has layers. You’re wandering a forest, then spot a hidden cave. Inside? Maybe a powerful artifact. Or maybe a whole new questline you wouldn’t have found otherwise.

The Forgotten Realms setting is packed with little details. NPC’s Conversations you overhear, books you find across the world and read, random characters with surprisingly deep stories. It feels less like an ordinary game map and more like a living virtual place.

Still One of the Best RPGs in 2025.

Even after multiple playthroughs and various styles, Baldur’s Gate 3 keeps surprising players. Maybe it’s about different dialogue options you didn’t notice before. Maybe there is a hidden dungeon you somehow missed. Or maybe it’s just realizing a tiny choice you have made earlier, which actually comes back to bite you later.

It’s more than just a video game; it’s a story you’re writing as you play. And that’s why people are still talking about it, still recommending it, and still finding new ways to experience it.

System Requirements

Minimum System Requirements:

OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i5-4690 / AMD FX 8350
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 970 / RX 480 (4GB+ of VRAM)
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 150 GB available space
Additional Notes: SSD required

Recommended System Requirements:

OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel i7 8700K / AMD r5 3600
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia 2060 Super / RX 5700 XT (8GB+ of VRAM)
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 150 GB available space
Additional Notes: SSD required