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Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed.

69%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
graphics, stability
69% User Score Based on 1,207 reviews

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Gather your party— the classic adventure returns for modern gamers!

Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. screenshot
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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,207 reviews
story20 positive mentions
stability10 negative mentions

  • The game is a classic RPG that offers a deep and engaging storyline, with countless hours of gameplay and character customization options.
  • The port runs smoothly on various devices, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the original game.
  • The ability to play on mobile devices allows for convenient gaming on the go, making it accessible for both new players and returning fans.
  • The touch controls are often inaccurate, requiring players to tap slightly off from where they intend, making gameplay frustrating.
  • Many players experience crashes or bugs, particularly when trying to access certain areas or features, which can disrupt the gaming experience.
  • The text and UI elements are often too small for comfortable reading on smaller screens, making it difficult to navigate and enjoy the game fully.
  • story
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its depth, engaging characters, and intricate plotlines, making it a standout in the RPG genre. Players appreciate the rich narrative and the variety of quests, though some have encountered bugs that hinder progress. Overall, the storytelling is described as mesmerizing and nostalgic, with many considering it a must-play for fans of the genre.

    • “The storyline just draws you in...mesmerizing and nostalgic.”
    • “A wonderful game filled with great characters and an even greater storyline all Bhaalspawn should play!”
    • “With brilliant, deep gameplay, an intriguing plot with incredible characters and writing, anyone with a passion for RPGs owes it to themselves to give this legend a shot.”
    • “Great game, however there are a few points in-game where the player can get stuck, unable to move forward with the story.”
    • “Lots of talking and not much story.”
    • “Stuck in the Hexxat TOB quest and can't really be bothered going back to an old save and playing half the freakin' game again to skip it.”
  • gameplay
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising its depth, strategic elements, and engaging narrative, while others criticize its awkward controls, small visuals, and cumbersome mechanics. Many appreciate the replayability and character-building aspects, but frustrations arise from poor tutorials and dated mechanics. Overall, the experience varies significantly depending on player preferences and device compatibility.

    • “I play this on my tablet and there are endless hours of gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is action-packed, and having a strategic plan is a must to complete quests.”
    • “With brilliant, deep gameplay, an intriguing plot with incredible characters and writing, anyone with a passion for RPGs owes it to themselves to give this legend a shot.”
    • “It's awkward, it's hard to see anything, stuff looks tiny and gameplay is fiddly and cumbersome.”
    • “Bad gameplay, bad mechanics, bad (no) tutorial, bad conversion... no redeeming features at all.”
    • “Wanted to try it out since it was on sale but was a great disappointment; couldn't get past the first area since it's such boring gameplay.”
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over issues such as blurriness, shrinking visuals from the PC version, and graphical glitches on mobile devices. While some appreciate the aesthetic and sound quality, the overall consensus indicates that the mobile experience suffers from poor visibility and control mismatches, detracting from gameplay enjoyment. Users are calling for improvements and options to restore previous graphical quality.

    • “Old school core rules and also not to mention gameplay and also excellent graphics.”
    • “It's a great complete PC game with beautiful graphics, sounds, and music.”
    • “Also with graphics and sound enhancements.”
    • “Intermittently, the game's graphics get extremely blurry.”
    • “The recent update made it worse: the graphics are now all blurry.”
    • “I would rate this 5 stars, but I am getting graphical glitches all through the city of Baldur's Gate; I am using a Samsung Galaxy S4.”
  • stability
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is highly inconsistent, with many users reporting frequent freezes, bugs, and graphical glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly during character selection and menu navigation. While some devices, like the Note 3 and OnePlus 6, run the game smoothly, others experience significant issues, leading to frustration among players. Overall, the game's performance varies widely across different devices, with many users expressing disappointment over its stability.

    • “Runs great on Note 3 and OnePlus 6.”
    • “I'm running it on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, and it runs great.”
    • “Won't let me choose a character, freezes after I pick my gender.”
    • “This used to be a one-star review because the game was really, really buggy.”
    • “It freezes so that you can't open menus and choose other characters in the party.”
  • optimization
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization for mobile devices is mixed; while it runs smoothly on some devices like the Galaxy S10+ and offers adjustable text sizes, many users report issues with tiny UI elements and inadequate screen optimization. Some players have found workarounds to improve performance, but the general consensus is that the game is not fully optimized for mobile, particularly on Android 10. Despite these issues, the game maintains good performance without lag or crashes when properly configured.

    • “The game runs smoothly and doesn't hiccup with touchscreen.”
    • “Size of the text can be adjusted, screen ratio is optimized during the gameplay.”
    • “Always runs smoothly without lag or bugs and has never crashed.”
    • “Not optimized for phones at all.”
    • “UI was not remotely optimized for a mobile screen, and the text is tiny as well.”
    • “Would give five stars but it has not been optimized for an Android 10 phone.”
  • replayability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its exceptional replayability, offering numerous paths and gameplay styles that cater to individual preferences. Players highlight the depth of the narrative and character building, suggesting that the game can provide an almost infinite replay value, with many noting it can last up to 100 hours. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking a game with significant replay potential.

    • “Great game, amazing replayability, and endless paths through the game to suit your style.”
    • “I love this game, tons of replayability in all the different paths you can take, love everything you guys have done with the game, thank you.”
    • “The gameplay depth and replayability, the moving narrative and flavorful storytelling, and the confusing early ruleset are all here in their fullest glory.”
    • “I have just started and can tell the replayability is crazy.”
    • “The replayability value of this game is almost infinite.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and variety, enhancing the overall experience alongside the graphics and character interactions. However, some users noted issues with playback, such as music playing without visuals. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it a solid choice for those seeking an immersive experience.

    • “The arts in the background, the music, the character interaction, the character customization, they are really good and provide a variety of options.”
    • “It's a great complete PC game with beautiful graphics, sounds, and music.”
    • “The music adds a wonderful layer to the overall experience, enhancing the atmosphere and engagement.”
    • “And by play, my tablet plays the music with nothing but a black screen.”
    • “Music is present and that's all.”
    • “If you plan to only have one recreational app on your device then it works but if you're a normal person you're probably going to want room for pictures, music, books and games that you can get into the action quickly.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, reminiscing about their youth and experiencing a range of feelings, from laughter to tears. The game's ability to evoke nostalgia and deep emotions highlights its impactful storytelling and engagement.

    • “I think the relaunch of this game made me feel like I was 15 again!”
    • “I laughed, I cried... I forgot to save!!”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be tedious, particularly in certain expansions like the arena, which may not appeal to all players. Additionally, some users have experienced performance issues on specific devices, suggesting that technical limitations may exacerbate the grinding experience.

    • “Some expansions are dull (like the arena unless you love grinding), but more of this RPG is on the way.”
    • “I have this game for the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, and I can tell the chipset on the phone is grinding gears with the game's engine.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted to be effective and engaging, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout!”
    • “I love the witty dialogue and clever puns that make every interaction enjoyable.”
    • “The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, making even the simplest moments entertaining.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its immersive quality and excellent sound design that enhances the overall experience.

    • “Great game, great atmosphere, great sound.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report issues with in-app purchases, indicating that the monetization system is not functioning properly.

    • “In-app purchases are not functioning properly.”
    • “The monetization model feels overly aggressive and detracts from the gameplay experience.”
    • “I feel pressured to spend money to progress, which ruins the enjoyment of the game.”

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