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I've played Larian's RPG for over 1000 hours, and these are the 5 best ways to replay Baldur's Gate 3
This guide explores five distinct ways to replay Baldur's Gate 3 after accumulating nearly 1,000 hours in Larian Studios' RPG. Recommendations include an 'everyone's a bard' run, a 'no weapons' challenge, tackling the difficult Honour Mode, playing as an origin character like Gale or Karlach, and undertaking a Dark Urge resistance run.
BioWare veteran says Baldur's Gate 3 was such a great sequel because it didn't try to be too much like…
BioWare veteran Mark Darrah believes Baldur's Gate 3 succeeded because Larian Studios embraced its own identity while drawing inspiration from the original games and the evolution of CRPGs. He suggests that instead of trying to replicate the past, Larian's unique approach, blending elements of Divinity: Original Sin, made Baldur's Gate 3 a standout sequel that overshadowed its predecessors.
Baldur's Gate 3 is a "great sequel" because it's so different from the original RPGs, says…
Former Baldur's Gate and Dragon Age developer Mark Darrah believes Baldur's Gate 3 is a great sequel precisely because it deviates significantly from the original games. He highlights Larian Studios' ability to blend their own CRPG influences with the Baldur's Gate legacy, creating a modern experience rather than a literal imitation.
Can you actually beat Baldur's Gate 3 without a single weapon? I'm finding out the hard way, and my sorcerer…
A writer is undertaking a 'no weapons' challenge in Baldur's Gate 3, exploring creative ways to overcome combat and exploration without relying on traditional armaments. This challenge involves strategic respeccing of companions and utilizing environmental hazards and spells to progress through the game's early acts.
Devolver Digital decides video games and publicly traded companies don't mix, announces plan to go private once…
Devolver Digital, a publisher that went public in November 2021, has announced plans to return to private ownership. The company cited the challenges of meeting public market expectations for predictable growth in the volatile video game industry, stating that being private will allow them to focus on the long-term health of the company.
Larian reveals 10 Baldur's Gate 3 endings and scenes that almost nobody has seen, including the worst fates the RPG…
Larian Studios senior communications developer Aoife Wilson has revealed 10 exceptionally rare endings and scenes from Baldur's Gate 3 that very few players have encountered. These obscure narrative moments include character-specific tragic fates and unlikely alliances, with some seen by as few as 50 players.
Morning Metaverse
Larian Studios experienced brief content removal from YouTube and TikTok due to alleged 'demonic smut' violations, with a spokesperson for Perez Hilton stating their TikTok livestream was kept up due to moderator error. The article touches on content moderation issues across platforms.
Baldur's Gate 3 third anniversary stats reveal most killed NPCs, most used weapons, and Dark Urge players aren't the most murderous playing the game
Larian Studios has released statistics celebrating three years since Baldur's Gate 3's launch, revealing player choices such as the most killed NPCs and most used weapons. Notably, more non-Dark Urge players murdered the NPC Alfira than Dark Urge players, despite the latter having a forced narrative event for her death. The developer has since moved on to a new RPG called Divinity.
Need a reason to return to Baldur's Gate 3? Then join the GamesRadar+ RPG Club and replay it with us
GamesRadar+ is hosting an "RPG Club" event throughout August 2026, inviting players to replay Baldur's Gate 3 together. The event, led by Jasmine Gould-Wilson, will focus on a "no-weapons" challenge across the game's three acts, encouraging community discussion and sharing of experiences.
Larian gets briefly kicked off YouTube, TikTok for demonic smut reasons in Baldur's Gate 3
Larian Studios' official streams on YouTube and TikTok were briefly taken down due to content issues during a Baldur's Gate 3 playthrough by senior communications director Aofie Wilson. The game's streamer-friendly mode failed to censor certain scenes, leading to the temporary suspension of the stream. Both Larian and Wilson humorously acknowledged the incident, and the channels have since been restored.
Baldur's Gate 3's official livestream gets banned on YouTube and TikTok. Why? "Demon sex."
Larian Studios' official Baldur's Gate 3 livestream, featuring Senior Communications Director Aoife Wilson playing the Dark Urge origin, was banned on YouTube and TikTok due to 'Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors.' The ban occurred during a scene involving an Incubus character. Despite the bans, the team, including Publishing Director Michael Douse, took the incident with humor, viewing it as a badge of honor.
"Baldur's Gate 3 is now cancelled": Larian stream smacked down over "violation" for "Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors," which feels like high praise for an RPG
Larian Studios' livestream of Baldur's Gate 3 was discontinued on YouTube due to a violation for 'Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors' during a playthrough featuring demonic characters. Publishing director Michael Douse shared the notice, humorously noting the cancellation on the game's third anniversary. The stream remains available on Twitch, with the developer attributing the issue to potential mod interference or a setting error.
Baldur's Gate 3's "billion" mods can make it the next Skyrim – just as Larian intended
Baldur's Gate 3 has surpassed one billion mod downloads across its internal client and Nexus Mods, demonstrating significant player engagement three years after its launch. Larian Studios, the developer, released statistics highlighting the success of its modding support, which has helped maintain the game's relevance and player base, drawing comparisons to the long-term success of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Almost 10,000 people have played Baldur's Gate 3 in a portrait aspect ratio, so join me in figuring out why they'd commit such sacrilege
Developer Larian Studios has released statistics showing that nearly 10,000 players have played Baldur's Gate 3 in a portrait aspect ratio (9:16), with an additional 114 playing in a square aspect ratio (1:1). The article speculates on the reasons behind these unusual choices, considering player habits and monitor setups.
The biggest Baldur's Gate 3 save scummers slammed quicksave over 1,400 times in one go, Larian says: "You…
Larian Studios has revealed player statistics for Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting that some players have utilized the quicksave feature over 1,400 times in a single playthrough. The developer humorously questioned the well-being of these dedicated players, while the article discusses the prevalence and implications of save scumming in modern gaming.
Larian just released a bunch of Baldur's Gate 3 stats, and 9,122 of you need to be jailed immediately
Larian Studios released new statistics for Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting player behavior and game usage. The data reveals over 500 million mod downloads and a significant number of players engaging with unusual screen resolutions, including 9,122 players using non-standard aspect ratios like 1:1 or 9:16. The statistics also noted that the NPC Zevlor was the most frequently murdered character by non-Dark Urge players.
Larian drops new Baldur's Gate 3 stats and you're all monsters: More non-Durge players killed Alfira than Durge and, worst of all, 9,000 people played on portrait monitors
Larian Studios has released new player statistics for Baldur's Gate 3, revealing that over 9,000 players experienced the game using a portrait monitor setup. The data also highlights that more non-Dark Urge players murdered the NPC Alfira than those playing as the Dark Urge, a statistic Larian described as disturbing. The studio also noted significant mod download numbers and the frequency of certain in-game weapon deployments.
Award-Winning 2025 PS5 RPG 75% Off on PlayStation Store
The critically acclaimed RPG Divinity: Original Sin 2 Definitive Edition is available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 until August 13. Developed by Larian Studios, the game is a free upgrade for existing PlayStation 4 owners and is currently priced at $14.99.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Third-Person Mod Revitalizes The Game
A new 'true third-person' mod for Baldur's Gate 3, created by Nexus mods user Relysia, offers players a fresh perspective on the game. This mod builds upon previous camera tweaks, allowing players to toggle between an over-the-shoulder view and the standard camera, with features like adjustable FOV and auto-switching during combat.
Baldur's Gate 3 Lae'zel actor almost broke up with the character during her playthrough, but "didn't…
Devora Wilde, the actor who voices Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3, shared her personal experiences playing the game and her conflicted feelings about the character she portrayed. Wilde admitted she almost stopped playing as Lae'zel during her playthrough due to the character's distinct voice and mannerisms, which differ significantly from her own personality.
