Is Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 Worth Playing Today?

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With the third title in the Baldur's Gate series set for full release next year, fans may be wondering if it's time to revisit the beginnings of the franchise. If the Dark Alliance hack-and-slash titles are ignored, as well as the enhanced versions of the original releases, it's been over 20 years since the Baldur's Gate main series has seen a new title. Fans of Baldur's Gate 3 may want to temper their expectations when looking back into BioWare's catalog.

While the first two Baldur's Gate games are well-regarded by fans, they bear all the hallmarks of lengthy 90s RPGs. Not only do their respective mechanics show their age, but both can be extremely difficult experiences compared to more modern RPGs. Still, with their important place in video game history, they offer a unique experience that many fans may still enjoy.

Baldur's Gate 3 is Expected to be Officially Released in 2023

Baldur's Gate can be an incredible, yet frustrating experience. Like Baldur's Gate 2, it's set in the mysterious and dark world of the Forgotten Realms — the same world as Icewind Dale and Neverwinter Nights. Unlike the sequel, however, the original Baldur's Gate is a much more open-ended and difficult experience. In a sense, Baldur's Gate better captures the Dungeons & Dragons experience, since there is more choice left up to the player, but it can also end up being downright confusing.

Baldur's Gate is unequivocally worth checking out, but it is generally considered the lesser of the first two games for the aforementioned reasons. If players are forced to choose between the first two titles, Baldur's Gate 2 should be the go-to choice for its more user-friendly experience. While lovers of high fantasy will undoubtedly enjoy the original Baldur's