The recent release of Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3 has achieved the highest rated PC game title on Metacritic. And beating The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom too was established as the best qualified of the year. The thousands of positive reviews confirm its success.
After a long early access phase, Baldur’s Gate 3 not only broke player records on Steam, but also led sales on the platform. This feat is all the more amazing given the fierce competition, especially against Tears of the Kingdom, who until recently seemed to be the favorite. However, with a score in Metacritic of 97Baldur’s Gate 3 surpassed the Nintendo title by one point, consolidating its position at the pinnacle of success.
It is important to note that although it scored highly, Baldur’s Gate 3 was rated by fewer critics compared to other games. While, for example, Tears of the Kingdom was reviewed by 145 critics, the Larian Studios title currently only has 26 reviews. This disparity suggests that the score could change as more reviews are posted.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is the best release of the year.
The game’s triumphant journey began with an impact, attracting over 470,000 players on Steam in its first 6 hours. Since then, it’s been closing in on the top releases of the year, challenging Hogwarts Legacy for the biggest debut on Steam in 2023.
Along with critical acclaim, the game has gained popularity among gamers. Baldur’s Gate 3 leads the user ratings, surpassing Pikmin 4. Also, it is the highest rated PC game on OpenCritic and Metacritic.
Baldur’s Gate 3, released on August 3, 2023, is the third main game in the series and was created by Larian Studios. Based on Dungeons and Dragons, It stands out for its enveloping narrative, innovative mechanics, and meticulous attention to detail.
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