Shacknews Top 23 Games of the Year 2023

#2 Game of the Year 2023 - Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur's Gate 3 managed to deliver a robust RPG that puts player freedom at the center of every single design decision. You can play it however you want, do as you please, and the game almost always says yes to you. It's branching storylines are so diverse and wide-ranging that it feels like no two players can have an identical experience. Combat is equal parts challenging and rewarding, with the Dungeons & Dragons source material offering multiple classes and character builds to experiment with. Baldur's Gate 3 is a triumph of an RPG.

Baldur's Gate 3 is available on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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