(mini-review.)

The game that started it all. Bioware's love letter to DnD and western RPGs created a PC-oriented WRPG renaissance that spurred the creation of dozens of classics including the incomparable Baldur's Gate 2, Icewind Dale, Planescape Torment and non-Infinity titles like Morrowind and Fallout 3. All in all, Baldur's Gate sets the stage for all the tropes and key elements that led to countless classics. Yes, the game is a bit slow. Yes, very little happens in it, compared to other more grandiose titles but, ultimately, such faults can be forgiven for giving birth and spawning such a parade of excellence. Great buy.

Highly Recommended.

9/10.

(mini-review.) The game that started it all. Bioware's love letter to DnD and western RPGs created a PC-oriented WRPG renaissance that spurred the creation of dozens of classics including the incomparable Baldur's Gate 2, Icewind Dale, Planescape Torment and non-Infinity titles like Morrowind and Fallout 3. All in all, Baldur's Gate sets the stage for all the tropes and key elements that led to countless classics. Yes, the game is a bit slow. Yes, very little happens in it, compared to other more grandiose titles but, ultimately, such faults can be forgiven for giving birth and spawning such a parade of excellence. Great buy. Highly Recommended. 9/10.