Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3) has received high praise from Bruce Nesmith, a veteran designer known for his work on Dungeons & Dragons and major Bethesda titles.
BG3 Conception and Praise
Nesmith, formerly with Bethesda, has lauded Larian Studios for their development of BG3. He described it as the finest translation of tabletop Dungeons & Dragons into a video game. This comes as a significant endorsement given Nesmith's extensive experience with both tabletop and video role-playing games.
The designer emphasized the game's integration with the 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons rules, which he views as a perfect fit. He also noted the captivating storytelling where player decisions have genuine impact, alongside the impressive graphical and voice work.
Comparative Analysis
Nesmith drew comparisons with prior computer RPGs, pinpointing past tendencies toward inappropriate comedy and repetitive level-grinding. He asserted that these pitfalls are noticeably absent in BG3, making it standout.
Although Nesmith has a deep appreciation for Baldur's Gate 2, he remarked that BG3 offers a superior experience. He attributes this to its ability to remain true to the roots of Dungeons & Dragons while pushing boundaries in storytelling and game mechanics.
