[■■■□□] [Gameplay] 🕹️

BG is a very slow party-based D&D game. It is not turn-based. The gameplay aspect is very similar if you have played Icewind Dale and/or Planet Escape Torment. Basically, you have a group of maximum 6 people, and you recruit them along your travels. Each character has their own pros and cons. So, you are to build a decent party to face the challenges. During the combat especially, as there is no order like other turn-based games, it is simultaneous. Pause much for using potions, spells or anything else.

[■■■□□] [Graphics] 🖼️

BG is not a game which you play for the graphics. Plus, it is an old game even for “Enhanced Edition” standards. However, interiors and cities are looking very good for its age. I cannot definitely say the graphics are trash, but, on the account of release date, the graphics are fine.

[■□□□□] [Audio]👂

Just basic audio. The main menu theme is OK. Dialogues are rarely voiced. Some spell sounds are unbearable.

[■■■■■] [Storytelling] ✒️

Here is the part of where BG shines. Storytelling is what makes this game perfect. Initially, there is a beginning of your adventure, the reason for it. You can approach your story however you want, and during your travels, the side quests can affect the main story itself. Also, other characters have their stories and they may quarrel with each other if they are not happy at your party. According to your character’s moral behaviour, the part of the story changes accordingly.

[■■■■□] [Difficulty]💪

It is hard for beginners. Although there are 4 difficulty levels, the game feels hard for casual players. There is a story mode difficulty setting that focuses on the story itself – great for casual players.

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Great game and time killer