Baldur’s Gate 3 has surpassed The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom as the highest-rated game of 2023 on Metacritic. Larian Studios’ latest Dungeons & Dragons fantasy RPG is currently sitting at a 97 on the review aggregate site, edging it out by one point over Tears of the Kingdom’s 96.
Baldur’s Gate 3 has been praised for its immersive world, engaging gameplay, and deep character customization options. Critics have also been impressed by the game’s innovative turn-based combat system, which allows players to use a variety of abilities and spells to defeat their enemies.
Tears of the Kingdom is no slouch either, of course. The latest Zelda game has been praised for its stunning visuals, expansive world, and challenging dungeons. However, it seems that Baldur’s Gate 3 has just edged it out in terms of critical acclaim.
It’s still early days in 2023, so it’s possible that another game could come along and surpass Baldur’s Gate 3 as the highest-rated game of the year. However, for now, Larian Studios can enjoy the fact that their game is sitting atop the Metacritic heap.
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Here are some of the reviews that have helped Baldur’s Gate 3 achieve its high Metacritic score:
- IGN: “Baldur’s Gate 3 is a triumph, a masterclass in how to adapt a beloved tabletop RPG into a video game. It’s everything I’ve ever wanted from a D&D game, and more.”
- PC Gamer: “Baldur’s Gate 3 is a must-play for fans of D&D and RPGs in general. It’s a vast, immersive world with a ton of content to explore, and the combat is both challenging and rewarding.”
- GameSpot: “Baldur’s Gate 3 is a fantastic game that sets a new standard for what an RPG can be. It’s a must-play for fans of the genre.”
If you’re a fan of Dungeons & Dragons or RPGs in general, then you should definitely check out Baldur’s Gate 3. It’s one of the best games of the year so far, and it’s sure to keep you entertained for hours on end.