Using in game mod manager locks you out of achievements

This is a major PSA for anyone thinking about using mods: If you still want to earn achievements, do not turn those mods on! Even if it's just for some hair or clothing. .As someone who has never used mods before, this was not clear to me when Larian introduced the in game mod manager in patch 7. I'm in Act 3 of my first evil Durge run, and just realized I've missed out on several achievements.Question from user gbobcat at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:While they did not include that information explicitly in the Patch notes, they did inclu . . . [More]

Using in game mod manager locks you out of achievements

This is a major PSA for anyone thinking about using mods: If you still want to earn achievements, do not turn those mods on! Even if it's just for some hair or clothing. .As someone who has never used mods before, this was not clear to me when Larian introduced the in game mod manager in patch 7. I'm in Act 3 of my first evil Durge run, and just realized I've missed out on several achievements.Question from user gbobcat at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:While they did not include that information explicitly in the Patch notes, they did inclu . . . [More]

I spent 2 minutes laughing. So messed up.

Question from user napalmblaziken at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:Batman approves.Answer from user GabyFermi at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

I spent 2 minutes laughing. So messed up.

Question from user napalmblaziken at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:Batman approves.Answer from user GabyFermi at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

Attempting my first honor mode run

I've beat the game twice on balanced with different party combos and classes to familiarize myself with as much as the game as possible. .My plan for my HM run is:.Spores Druid Tav, OH Monk Karlach (maybe thief dip but not sure if it matches the rp), Swords Bard/gloomstalker Astarion (heavy dex for range use), War Cleric/Storm Sorcerer Shadowheart.Might be going overboard on OP classes but honor mode scares me. .Any tips or tweaks would be helpful!.Question from user Opalpixie75 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:My top 3 rules for honour mod . . . [More]

Attempting my first honor mode run

I've beat the game twice on balanced with different party combos and classes to familiarize myself with as much as the game as possible. .My plan for my HM run is:.Spores Druid Tav, OH Monk Karlach (maybe thief dip but not sure if it matches the rp), Swords Bard/gloomstalker Astarion (heavy dex for range use), War Cleric/Storm Sorcerer Shadowheart.Might be going overboard on OP classes but honor mode scares me. .Any tips or tweaks would be helpful!.Question from user Opalpixie75 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:My top 3 rules for honour mod . . . [More]

Can I start with BG3 and skip 1 and 2?

I'm 60 and asked my kids what game should I try and they said Baldur's Gate. I purchased 1 and 2 off of Xbox live, but someone suggested I could just start w/ 3 since they can all stand on their own. Is this true? I'm 60 and just getting into modern gaming.Question from user FLSince1929 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:Yes! Bg3 has some characters from the previous games that make cameos, but doesnt require you to have knowledge from the previous games in order to enjoy the full story.For context, Bg2 came out over 20 years ago, so even of . . . [More]

Can I start with BG3 and skip 1 and 2?

I'm 60 and asked my kids what game should I try and they said Baldur's Gate. I purchased 1 and 2 off of Xbox live, but someone suggested I could just start w/ 3 since they can all stand on their own. Is this true? I'm 60 and just getting into modern gaming.Question from user FLSince1929 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:Yes! Bg3 has some characters from the previous games that make cameos, but doesnt require you to have knowledge from the previous games in order to enjoy the full story.For context, Bg2 came out over 20 years ago, so even of . . . [More]

To the those of you who insist HE betrays us...

.are you sure you read the situation correctly, hm?Question from user WeakImagination5571 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:https: - - preview.redd.it - ncs47jka89hd1.jpeg?width=640&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=31f80b79454b00ed849345c10e68d8d2256c5213.Answer from user pasqals_toaster at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

To the those of you who insist HE betrays us...

.are you sure you read the situation correctly, hm?Question from user WeakImagination5571 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:https: - - preview.redd.it - ncs47jka89hd1.jpeg?width=640&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=31f80b79454b00ed849345c10e68d8d2256c5213.Answer from user pasqals_toaster at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

My Karlach cosplay!

Question from user Svizee at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:This cosplay is a geological phenomenon. meaning it rocks. ?.Answer from user Kamen-Reader at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

My Karlach cosplay!

Question from user Svizee at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:This cosplay is a geological phenomenon. meaning it rocks. ?.Answer from user Kamen-Reader at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

My Arabella cosplay

Question from user FridaAih at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:Don’t go stealing any idols, or your mom will feed you to a gnoll.Answer from user Tavminater at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

My Arabella cosplay

Question from user FridaAih at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:Don’t go stealing any idols, or your mom will feed you to a gnoll.Answer from user Tavminater at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

What's your favorite summoner?

The ultimate power fantasy in gaming, getting your summons so strong you don't actually have to play the game. What's your favorite summoner setups? Multi or Mono, curious to see how others enjoy the minion lifestyle.Question from user ajax645 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:I had fun being a land druid with Halsin, Jaheira, and Gale with all we could summon running around the lower city. It was great being a freak parade, especially since Gale and I were both half-illithid.Answer from user LemonMilkJug at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

What's your favorite summoner?

The ultimate power fantasy in gaming, getting your summons so strong you don't actually have to play the game. What's your favorite summoner setups? Multi or Mono, curious to see how others enjoy the minion lifestyle.Question from user ajax645 at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com.Answer:I had fun being a land druid with Halsin, Jaheira, and Gale with all we could summon running around the lower city. It was great being a freak parade, especially since Gale and I were both half-illithid.Answer from user LemonMilkJug at BaldursGate3 at reddit.com. . . . [More]

Polyamory with Astarion shouldn’t be a thing.

POSSIBLE NSFW? And before you call me a slur or get mad, here’s why I think this: .- He is unsure when you ask him for a poly relationship with (Character), and he even asks if it’s because you haven’t “y’know” in a while. Astarion clearly, is very uncomfortable that entire conversation and I noticed that he was hesitant to say “sex” which he never is! .- Astarion is barely ready for a relationship w the player (if he is at all, considering how happily he takes it when they say that they just wanna be friends) .- Having one GENU . . . [More]

Polyamory with Astarion shouldn’t be a thing.

POSSIBLE NSFW? And before you call me a slur or get mad, here’s why I think this: .- He is unsure when you ask him for a poly relationship with (Character), and he even asks if it’s because you haven’t “y’know” in a while. Astarion clearly, is very uncomfortable that entire conversation and I noticed that he was hesitant to say “sex” which he never is! .- Astarion is barely ready for a relationship w the player (if he is at all, considering how happily he takes it when they say that they just wanna be friends) .- Having one GENU . . . [More]

Be honest: did any parts in BG3 make you cry?

Anything from misty eyes and sniffles to bawling your eyes out will count! ?.I can think of a few (and mind you, I get really attached to the sympathetic NPC's in the games I play!):.Astarion's defeat of Cazador (and his reaction afterward), in the non-ascended spawn choice. Tore my heart out. Real tears were running down my cheeks. Neil Newbon was. unbelievable.Karlach's meltdown after defeating Gortash. Teary eyed, and wanted to scream!.Finding the bodies of the Tieflings I saved in the Emerald Grove, in the shadow-cursed lands. and remem . . . [More]

Be honest: did any parts in BG3 make you cry?

Anything from misty eyes and sniffles to bawling your eyes out will count! ?.I can think of a few (and mind you, I get really attached to the sympathetic NPC's in the games I play!):.Astarion's defeat of Cazador (and his reaction afterward), in the non-ascended spawn choice. Tore my heart out. Real tears were running down my cheeks. Neil Newbon was. unbelievable.Karlach's meltdown after defeating Gortash. Teary eyed, and wanted to scream!.Finding the bodies of the Tieflings I saved in the Emerald Grove, in the shadow-cursed lands. and remem . . . [More]