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Baldur’s Gate III is a digital download product for the Steam platform. The price applies to the digital version only—no physical box included.
About the Game
Baldur’s Gate III, developed by Larian Studios for Windows, is the third installment in the renowned RPG series set in the Forgotten Realms. Originally launched by BioWare in 1998, the series is celebrated for its deep storytelling and complex characters. The game is slated for full release in 2021, with Early Access available from September 30, 2020.
Story
Set approximately a century after the events of Throne of Bhaal, Baldur’s Gate III plunges players into a world invaded by Mind Flayers. These horrific creatures have infected the city’s inhabitants, including the player’s character and their companions, with a parasite that transforms its host into a Mind Flayer. Unlike other victims, the protagonist and their allies gain extraordinary powers from this infection. Discovering more about this parasite and how to remove it becomes a central quest, revealing a larger, more complex plot. Player choices will influence the game’s outcome, leading to multiple possible resolutions.
Character Creation and Team Building
The game begins with character creation using an extensive character creator. Players can choose their race, sex, appearance, and origin, which affects their character’s class. Available races include humans, elves, halflings, tieflings, githyanki, drow, and even vampire spawns. Each race offers unique abilities, lore, and dialogue options that impact the story and gameplay.
Players can select from six classes: Fighter, Wizard, Rogue, Ranger, Warlock, and Cleric, each with various archetypes that shape their abilities and playstyle. The choice of class and archetype will significantly influence how the character performs in combat and interacts with the world.
Gameplay Mechanics
Baldur’s Gate III is based on the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons, adapted for video game mechanics. Dice rolls and randomness play a crucial role, affecting dialogues, perception, and outcomes in various scenarios. The game features a single-player experience as well as multiplayer co-op modes, including online and split-screen options, where players can team up and use their characters’ unique abilities collaboratively.
Combat System
Combat is turn-based, starting with a dice roll to determine which side acts first. Characters can perform defensive and offensive actions based on their movement speed and dice roll results. The environment plays a significant role in battles; players can use it strategically by exploiting elements like flammable substances or breaking bridges and ladders to gain the upper hand. The game emphasizes vertical gameplay, allowing characters to use high ground for strategic advantages or sneak through underground passages.
Stealth mechanics are influenced by light and darkness, allowing characters to hide in shadows and bypass enemies. Magic can also be used to manipulate the environment, providing additional tactical options.
Key Features:
- Fantasy RPG based on the 5th edition of Dungeons & Dragons
- Battle against terrifying, ancient evils
- Diverse playable races with unique traits and abilities
- Create a team and embark on an epic adventure
- Play solo with AI companions or team up with others in online and split-screen co-op modes
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