Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed.

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Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. is a single player tactical role playing game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. is a single-player role-playing game that invites players to gather their party and embark on a classic adventure updated for modern gamers. It features an exceptional story that immerses you in a rich, detailed world. Despite its engaging narrative, the game is known to be full of bugs that can impact the experience.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,237 reviews

story20 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game is a classic RPG that offers deep storytelling and character development, making it a must-have for fans of the genre.
The port runs smoothly on various devices, providing a nostalgic experience for players who enjoyed the original PC version.
The game includes a wealth of content, including expansions and new characters, enhancing replayability and overall enjoyment.

Touch controls are often misaligned, requiring players to tap slightly off from where they intend, making gameplay frustrating.
There are frequent crashes and bugs, particularly during key battles or when trying to access certain features, leading to a poor user experience.
The game does not scale well on smaller screens, making text and UI elements difficult to read and interact with.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
48%
9%
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 nostalgic and compelling, with many considering it a must-play for fans of classic RPGs.
- “The storyline just draws you in...mesmerizing and nostalgic.”
- “Magnificent storytelling blended with real-time with pause, tactical combat.”
- “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
26%
59%
15%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising its depth, strategic elements, and engaging story, while others criticize its awkward controls, small visuals, and cumbersome mechanics. Many appreciate the replayability and character-building aspects, but frustrations with the tutorial and initial learning curve are common. Overall, the game offers a blend of enjoyable and frustrating experiences, depending on the player's adaptability to its mechanics.
- “Gameplay is action-packed (yes, it really is for anyone concerned as I was), and having a strategic plan is a must to complete quests.”
- “The game excels in its easy-to-handle mechanics, fun dialogue, compelling story, and a great amount of side-quests that are actually enjoyable.”
- “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.”
- “First 5 minutes of gameplay was infuriating because I was having trouble selecting the area I wanted to click on just to pick up a weapon.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant issues such as blurriness, glitches, and controls that do not align properly with the visuals, particularly on mobile devices. While some players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of older consoles, others find the graphics difficult to navigate and unplayable on their phones. Overall, there is a strong call for improvements and fixes to enhance the visual experience.
- “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.”
- “Currently the visuals are fully glitching on a S24, I don't know if it's from an Android update but don't download it until it's resolved!”
- “Purchased with hefty price but not playable on usual cell phones (mine Realme X2 Pro) because the graphics are too small... when I tried to install it on my Galaxy Pad, it asked for another payment.”
- “The recent update made it worse: the graphics are now all blurry.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
77%
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 players experience smooth performance on specific devices, others face significant issues, leading to frustration and a mixed overall reception regarding 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 buggy.”
- “It freezes so that you can't open menus and choose other characters in the party.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
10%
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The game is praised for its exceptional replayability, offering numerous paths and gameplay styles that cater to individual preferences. Players highlight the depth of gameplay, engaging narrative, and character-building options, contributing to a nearly infinite replay value. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking a game with extensive 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.”
- “The replayability value of this game is almost infinite.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
Overall, the game's optimization for mobile devices is mixed; while it runs smoothly on some devices without lag or crashes, many users report issues with UI elements like tiny text and poorly sized tooltips that are not well-suited for mobile screens. Some players have found workarounds to improve performance, but the lack of proper optimization for various phone models, particularly Android 10, has led to frustration among users.
- “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.”
- “The 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.”
- “Not optimized for phones at all.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
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.”
- “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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 how the game incorporates witty jokes and clever puns that make every moment enjoyable.”
- “The comedic timing and absurd situations in the game are brilliantly executed, making it a joy to play.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 is highlighted, despite some technical issues with screen settings.
- “I think the relaunch of this game made me feel like I was 15 again!”
- “I laughed, I cried... I forgot to save!”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 overall experience.”
- “I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that while some expansions, such as the arena, may feel tedious and heavily reliant on grinding, the overall RPG experience is set to expand. Additionally, technical issues related to the game's engine may affect performance on certain devices, like the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.
- “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.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”

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Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. is a tactical role playing game.

Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. is available on Phone and Tablet.

Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. was developed by Beamdog.

Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Ed. is a single player game.

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