Baldur's Gate 3 News

Is Baldur's Gate 3 Steam Deck compatible?

Is Baldur's Gate 3 Steam Deck compatible? Those of us hoping to take our Baldur's Gate 3 adventures on the go for a portable DnD experience will be pleased to hear the RPG plays well on the Steam Deck. However, Larian Studios have rolled just shy of a natural 20 in managing the handheld experience, and there are a few things that hold it back from being a critical hit.

Those of you with high passive perception will note that the Baldur's Gate 3 system requirements demand 150GB of your storage before you can start exploring the Forgotten Realms. With how expansive the Dungeons and Dragons universe is, that hefty storage demand should come to no surprise. Nevertheless, you can always check out our guide to the best microSD card for Steam Deck if you find yourself struggling to make space.

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The best Baldur's Gate 3 weapons

What are the best Baldur's Gate 3 weapons? In Dungeons and Dragons games, weapons come in all shapes and sizes. While many characters can wield a simple proficiency dagger or club, it takes a degree of skill to master using the more complex martial weapons such as a Battleaxe.

Depending on which of the many Baldur's Gate 3 classes your party members specialize in, there are different factors to consider when determining which are the best in the RPG game. Some have enhanced damage output if they hit an enemy, while others come with a unique weapon skill. Finding the rarest gear in Baldur's Gate 3 will take you into uncharted territory and even dangerous dungeons. So as you take that long rest at one of the game's camps, it may be worth looking at our top picks below for the locations where you can find the best weapons.

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Baldur's Gate 3 Laezel companion guide

Who is Baldur's Gate 3 Laezel? Every adventuring party needs a Fighter, and in Baldur's Gate 3, Laezel fills that role quite well. Those familiar with the series' lore will know that the Githyanki are amazing fighters and Laezel is no different. With the right build, she'll make mincemeat of your foes while keeping your squishier party members safe.

To see whether or not your own character synergizes with this powerful ally, our coverage of all the classes in Baldur's Gate 3 is a must read, along with a full understanding of the in-game skills and feats. With all that knowledge under your adventuring belt, you'll be set for adventuring with a balanced party in Faerun.

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Baldur's Gate 3 quest list - all main and companion missions

How many Baldur's Gate 3 quests are there? There are many missions in your time throughout the game, usually unlocked by the main campaign, but some quests are also given by NPCs, or triggered by certain events.

Your Baldur's Gate 3 companions can also set optional quests to unlock more of their BG3 background and discover more story, as well as gaining rewards, experience, and loot. If you're not sure which Baldur's Gate 3 quests to take on, here's a list of all the expeditions, missions, main campaign and side quests we know about so far.

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Baldur's Gate 3 crafting explained

Does Baldur's Gate 3 have crafting? RPGs and crafting systems go together like DnD and dice rolls, but Baldur's Gate has historically kept the ability to forge new equipment to a minimum. Consequently, you might be wondering if the latest entry to the series might be more extensive than we've seen in the past - we've got all the answers to help you forge the best weapons, potions, and armor for your character.

The vast majority of Baldur's Gate 3 crafting can only be performed during quests. It's no good crafting armor or weapons that can't be used by your Baldur's Gate 3 race or class, so be sure to double-check you can use their specific type before you forge them. If you've got your heart set on a specific craftable item without the proficiency to use it, don't despair - you might be able to unlock it by completing certain Baldur's Gate 3 feats. All that being said, here's everything you need to know about crafting in Baldur's Gate 3.

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