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Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, iOS, Mac, PlayStation 4, Android • 2013

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Quick resume

The classic adventure returns! Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition includes the original Baldur’s Gate adventure, the Tales of the Sword Coast expansion, and all-new content including three new party members.

Global score

92/100

Genres

Adventure, Role-playing (RPG), Strategy

Pros

  • Deep and immersive story
  • Complex tactical combat
  • Large open world with exploration
  • High replayability and content volume
  • Faithful adaptation of ad&d ruleset

Cons

  • Dated graphics and ui
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Some bugs and technical issues
  • Multiplayer is limited and unstable
  • Difficulty spikes and punishing mechanics

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to explore a large open world, choose their own party composition, and make meaningful decisions affecting story and quests."

  • Competence
    4

    "The game features complex tactical combat requiring skillful use of spells, positioning, and party management, with a steep learning curve."

  • Competition
    -3

    "Focus is on single-player experience and personal progression; multiplayer is limited and not a major aspect."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Many players report long playtimes and high replayability, often playing for dozens or hundreds of hours."

  • Cooperation
    2

    "Party-based gameplay involves managing companions with unique personalities and quests, but mostly single-player cooperation."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Character creation and party composition allow for experimentation with classes and builds; some mod support enhances creativity."

  • Domination
    -4

    "Interactions with companions emphasize mutual respect and party dynamics rather than dominance or power over others."

  • Escapism
    5

    "Highly immersive fantasy world and story provide strong escape from real life."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and nostalgia rather than obligation."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Players explore different character classes, party setups, and tactical approaches to combat."

  • Exploration
    5

    "Large open world with many secrets, side quests, and areas to discover."

  • Expression
    3

    "Character customization and use of custom portraits allow for personal expression."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "Set in a rich Dungeons & Dragons fantasy universe with magic, mythical creatures, and epic storytelling."

  • Fellowship
    1

    "Some community interaction through multiplayer and shared experiences, but primarily single-player."

  • Growth
    4

    "Players learn complex rules, improve tactical skills, and develop characters over long play sessions."

  • Health
    -4

    "Primarily sedentary gameplay with long sessions and no physical activity."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention and strategic planning during combat and exploration."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Companions have personal stories and relationships, but social interaction is limited to party members."

  • Leadership
    4

    "Player leads a party of companions, directing their actions and managing group dynamics."

  • Progression
    5

    "Strong emphasis on leveling up characters, acquiring items, and unlocking abilities."

  • Relaxation
    1

    "Game can be slow-paced and requires patience, but also involves tense tactical combat."

  • Sensation
    1

    "Visuals are dated but atmospheric; sound and music contribute to immersion without intense sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -3

    "Focus is on personal achievement and story rather than social recognition or popularity."

  • Story
    5

    "Deep narrative with branching quests, character development, and immersive lore."

  • Strategy
    5

    "Combat and character development require careful planning, tactical thinking, and problem solving."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Combat encounters can be tense and challenging, providing suspense and excitement."

  • Value
    4

    "Players report high value for time and money due to extensive content and replayability."

  • Violence
    3

    "Combat involves fighting monsters and enemies with weapons and magic, but within a fantasy context."

  • Survival
    3

    "Combat and exploration involve managing resources and avoiding death in a dangerous world."

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