Best Baldur's Gate 3 builds

What are the best Baldur's Gate 3 builds? There are so many ways that you can shape your character in BG3 that it can be difficult to know where to start. Between races and backgrounds, classes and skills, there are countless combinations - and some are undoubtedly better than others. Thankfully, we're here to help, with a collection of builds to create characters you love that can still pack a punch.
After extensive testing and research, we bring you our absolute favorite builds for every Baldur's Gate 3 class in Larian Studios' long-awaited RPG game, including their optimal subclass, race, and background. To keep it simple, we've provided a general overview of each build alongside the opportunity to delve into dedicated guides for their best skills and weapons as you refine your character in Baldur's Gate 3. If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the choices presented to you in character creation, our guide to the best BG3 builds is guaranteed to be of service ahead of the Baldur's Gate 3 release date this week.
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