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Baldur's Gate 3

PC release Aug 3, 2023CRPG, Turn-Based RPG, Fantasy
9.5S
TOPGameX score

Why it ranks

TOPGameX ranks Baldur's Gate 3 at the top because it combines rare systemic freedom with disciplined quest design, strong writing, and unusually high replay value on PC.

A dense, reactive RPG where party building, exploration, dialogue, and combat all create meaningful player stories.

Pros

  • Exceptional quest reactivity and role-playing freedom
  • Combat systems stay readable while allowing creative solutions
  • Strong mod and long-tail replay potential on PC

Tradeoffs

  • Very large campaign can feel slow if you want a compact story
  • Late-game performance and inventory friction still matter on some setups

Score breakdown

Gameplay9.8
Story / World9.9
Visuals / Art9.1
Performance8.7
Longevity9.8
Value9.7

Sources

Release details and platform availability are checked against official store and publisher pages; TOPGameX score is editorial.

Steam store pageOfficial Baldur's Gate 3 site