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Baldur's Gate 3 - Lae'Zel looks disaproving

Massive RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3 don't come around too often, so you can understand why we're pretty excited about Larian's latest. It's an intimidating, open-ended game that largely lets you decide how to solve every problem—a rewarding prospect when things are going your way, but Larian's legendary flexibility also makes its systems finicky and unforgiving. 

Gather your party with these Baldur's Gate 3 guides

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Baldur's Gate 3 classes: Find your perfect profession
Baldur's Gate 3 races: Pick your favorite face
Baldur's Gate 3 companions: Learn who's who
Baldur's Gate 3 builds: Optimise your class