
Knowledge is power, and finding out what you can about D&D before playing Baldur's Gate 3 will let you hit the ground running. You see, this isn't just a game based on the pen-and-paper Dungeons & Dragons; it's set in the same world and uses many of the same gameplay mechanics. With that in mind, getting a handle on the RPG's inspiration could prove useful.
Because we've been rolling dice in some of the best tabletop RPGs for years, we've put together a cheat list on Dungeons & Dragons… including the lowdown on how that impacts this massive roleplaying adventure. That ranges from combat to classes, so settle in - here's everything you need to know about D&D before playing Baldur's Gate 3.