Baldur's Gate 3 Game Specification

 

"Baldur's Gate 3"

Developer: Larian Studios

Publisher: Larian Studios

Director: Swen Vincke

Producer: David Walgrave

Programmer: Bert Stevens

Artist: Joachim Vleminckx

Writer: Adam Smith

Composer: Borislav Slavov

Series: Baldur's Gate

Platform(s):

• Windows
• PlayStation 5
• macOS
• Xbox Series X/S

Release Dates:

• Windows: August 3, 2023
• PlayStation 5: September 6, 2023
• macOS: September 21, 2023
• Xbox Series X/S: 2023

Genre: Role-playing

Game Modes:

• Single-player
• Multiplayer

Gameplay:

• Role-playing video game
• Single-player and cooperative multiplayer modes
• Players can create characters and form parties
• Turn-based combat based on Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition rules
• Cooperative multiplayer allows players to team up online
• Offers a variety of pre-made and customizable characters

Plot:

• Set in 1492 DR, over 120 years after the events of Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn
• Follows a branching plot with a main story and numerous side quests
• Players create an original character or choose from pre-made or customizable characters
• Unique questlines for each character
• Story involves a protagonist implanted with an illithid tadpole on a dimension-crossing illithid flying ship
• Encounters other survivors with similar parasites
• The main plot revolves around finding a cure for the parasite
• The story progresses through various acts, each with its own challenges and objectives

Act I:

• The protagonist searches for a way to remove the parasite
• Encounters other survivors, including Lae'zel, Shadowheart, Astarion, Gale, Wyll, and Karlach
• Plot elements include the fate of the Emerald Grove
• Choice of different avenues for potential cures
• Introduction of a mysterious prism in Shadowheart's possession
• Travel to Moonrise Towers to find a cure

Act II:

• Focuses on Moonrise Towers and its surrounding lands
• The land is covered by unnatural darkness
• Sanctuary at the Last Light tavern
• Introduction of Isobel, the resurrected daughter of the lord of Moonrise
• The party searches for the "Nightsong"
• Discovery of Shar's personal domain, Shadowfell
• Confrontation with Ketheric and other antagonists

Act III:

• Takes place in the central district of Baldur's Gate and the suburb of Rivington
• Companions find closure for their personal quests
• Revelation about the protagonist's Dream Visitor
• Encounter with the renegade illithid called the Emperor
• Final confrontation with the Chosens of the Dead Three
• The battle against the Elder Brain
• Player choices impact the ending, with options to rule as the Absolute or end the cult forever

Development History:

• The original Baldur's Gate game was developed by BioWare and Black Isle Studios and published by Interplay Entertainment in 1998.
• The game used a licensed version of the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) rule set, specifically in the Forgotten Realms setting.
• Sequels and related games include Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn, Icewind Dale, Planescape: Torment, and Neverwinter Nights.
• Black Isle Studios began work on Baldur's Gate III: The Black Hound in 2003 but was canceled due to financial issues at Interplay.
• Atari later released Neverwinter Nights and its sequel.
• Larian Studios, the developer of Baldur's Gate 3, had been interested in the Baldur's Gate series for some time.
• Wizards of the Coast initially felt Larian was too new to the industry for the Baldur's Gate license.
• Larian Studios developed Divinity: Original Sin II, which impressed Wizards of the Coast, leading to the development of Baldur's Gate 3.

Game Design:

• Baldur's Gate 3 is based on the 5th edition of the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game.
• The game adapts the 5th edition rules to a video game, with some modifications for gameplay.
• The combat system is more player-friendly than the tabletop version to enhance enjoyment.

Release Information:

• The game was formally revealed during Google's presentation on the Stadia platform.
• It was confirmed for release on Windows and Stadia.
• A tabletop adventure titled Baldur's Gate: Descent Into Avernus, published by Wizards of the Coast, is considered a "prequel" to Baldur's Gate 3.
• The game was initially set for early access on September 30, 2020, but was later delayed to October 6, 2020.
• The early access version included the first act of the game and gradually received updates with more content and features.
• Save files created during early access were not transferable to the completed game.
• The game remained in early access until its full release in August 2023.
• The Stadia version was canceled following Stadia's closure in January 2023.
• The game was released for macOS, Windows, and PlayStation 5 on August 31, 2023.

Reception:

• Baldur's Gate 3 received widespread critical acclaim.
• Metacritic scores for both PC and PlayStation 5 versions were 96/100.
• OpenCritic showed that 100% of critics recommended the game.
• Critics praised the writing, story, characters, production quality, and voice acting.
• The game's adherence to the Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition ruleset was well received, though it was noted that it might be complex for newcomers.
• Technical performance and few bugs were highlighted, considering the game's complexity.
• Some criticism was directed at the inventory system and certain aspects of the user interface.
• Reviewers hailed the game as a pinnacle of the CRPG genre and a must-play masterpiece.

Sales:

• Baldur's Gate 3 became the best-selling game on both Steam and GOG.com on the day of its early access launch.
• On Steam, it had about 537,000 concurrent players on release day, peaking at 875,000 concurrent players on the second weekend.
• By August 4, 2023, the game had sold 2.5 million copies on PC via Steam Early Access, surpassing Larian Studios' expectations.

 

FAQ

 

Is Baldur's Gate 3 full release date?

The full release date of Baldur's Gate 3 is August 31, 2023.

 

Is Baldur's Gate 3 PC only?

Baldur's Gate 3 is available on PC and PlayStation 5.

 

What makes Baldur's Gate 3 so good?

Baldur's Gate 3 is highly praised for its excellent writing, rich world-building, deep storytelling with player choices, memorable characters, high production quality, and faithful adaptation of D&D rules.

 

Can I play Baldur's Gate 3 without playing 1?

Yes, you can play Baldur's Gate 3 without playing the first game.

 

How many GB is Baldur's Gate 3 full release?

The full release of Baldur's Gate 3 is approximately 150 GB in size.

 

How many GB is Baldur's Gate 3 full install?

The full installation of Baldur's Gate 3 is approximately 150 GB in size.

 

How much RAM do I need for Baldur's Gate 3?

To play Baldur's Gate 3, it is recommended to have at least 16 GB of RAM.

 

How much RAM is recommended for Baldur's Gate 3?

Baldur's Gate 3 recommends having at least 16 GB of RAM.

 

What are the minimum requirements for Baldur's Gate 3 PC?

The minimum requirements for Baldur's Gate 3 on PC are as follows:

• OS: Windows 10 64-bit
• Processor: Intel i5-4690 / AMD FX 4350
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Graphics: Nvidia GTX 780 / AMD Radeon R9 280X
• DirectX: Version 11
• Storage: 150 GB available space