Why Baldur's Gate 3 Is a Dream Come True for Dragon Age Fans

As devoted followers of the Dragon Age series, we've each experienced the magic of a rich RPG universe matched with fascinating characters, great storytelling and epic customisation. But what if I told you there's another realm, equally captivating, awaiting your exploration? Enter Baldur's Gate 3-an adventure that not only resonates with the essence of your cherished franchise but brings its own unique flair to the table.
In this video, I'll unravel the reasons why, as a dedicated Dragon Age enthusiast, you should heed the call of Baldur's Gate 3 and dive into an enthralling new world. Like right now. Let's jump in.
Join this channel to get access to perks:
/ @jackdawyt
Support me on ko-fi:
ko-fi.com/jack...
Support me on Patreon: / jackdaw
Follow me on Social Media:
Twitter: / jackdawyt
Instagram: www.instagram....
Facebook: / jackdaw-100572778108134
Other Content:
Twitch: / jackdawyt
The Landsmeet: anchor.fm/land...
Jackdaw Blogs!: jackdawjournal...
Dragon Age & Mass Effect are respectfully mature games intended for a mature audience, my content will feature such themes, so please be aware of that when watching. Thanks!

[@TheRoguePrince0]

I remember dragon age origins being called the spiritual successor to baldur's gate.

[@RockoEstalon]

Funny how that turned out, each entry sadly getting less RPG-y and more sanitized.

[@t2force212]

Talk about full circle. People at the time calling DA:O the spiritual successor to BG then me, someone who has never played BG1 or 2 but grew up on DA:O feeling like BG3 is the spiritual successor to DA:O

[@venicetaylor1448]

@@t2force212well duh baldurs gate 3 is more modern lmao. Wait until dragon age 4 comes out

[@FalcoMerc]

​@@venicetaylor1448 I'm looking forward to Dragon Age Dreadwolf but it doesn't looks promising to be honest. I remember some gameplay that leaked and looked more like a full action RPG.

[@venicetaylor1448]

@@FalcoMerc it’s barely even in alpha. Don’t judge it this early. Dragon age has always provided a wonderful story with companions you’ll remember

[@CatastrophicDisease]

BG3 is the true (spiritual) sequel to DA Origins that DA2 and Inquisition failed to be.

[@zorn2017]

DAO was the successor to Baldurs Gate 1 and 2

[@DevlinSmiley]

I loved DAI though lol but I agree

[@CoasterRPG]

Absolutely love it. I thought nothing could surpass Divinity Original Sin 2, but this is next level. Already have 180h and just started Act 3. Probably the best game I have ever played.

[@Unicornsrule]

I really hope the guys working on DAD see how good BG3 is and pour some of that inspiration into it 😊

[@eastbow6053]

maybe they did and fired 50 people that dont care about the game and only what they wanted to add for themselves but then again maybe they fired the good people ...sadge

[@wonkycaribou5570]

sadge :( but still holding out hope

[@482k7]

They let go of a bunch of their senior staff, including Lukas Kristjanson who's a Mass Effect veteran and Mary Kirby who wrote a ton of amazing lore and quests and was responsible for creating Varric (and Merrill, my fave ): )

[@cristianoliver4447]

Yeah about that...

[@jackinthebox1993]

I've been jokingly going around the internet calling Baldur's Gate 3 Dragon Age Origins 2, but this is specifically what I was looking for when I wanted a follow-up to DA:O. I really hope BioWare is watching this VERY closely 🎮 I wanted another dark fantasy action-adventure epic! Not whatever DA2 OR DAI was 🐉

[@RetroMetroism]

Well, they're both originally created by Bioware. Honestly, Dragon Age is a spiritual sequel to Baldurs Gate, so technically, DAO should be considered BG3 by some accounts.

[@sithmaster4305]

A heads up to newbies like me playing this, even with knowledge of dnd, don't play Paladin as your first class. its fun but you can quickly derail your oath, and end up as an oath breaker unless you like the power of darkness then go for it.

[@camael4209]

Took me like 3 hours to break it lol

[@RockoEstalon]

Part of the fun is rolling with the mistakes though. I made a shitlod of build mistakes when playing the first Baldur's Gate but it added to the fun and challenge. Here is better though because BG3 lets you re-class yourself as an Oathbreaker, in the original if you broke your Paladin oath you were fucked with being demoted to melee fighter with no powers.

[@55rz55]

I don't see why that's a negative

[@sithmaster4305]

because people like to role play and picking a class that could make you break that right away by mistake would suck?@@55rz55

[@bruhmomentum8302]

DONT LISTEN THIS GUY, PALADIN IS GREAT, AND OATHBREAKER IS OP AS HELL

[@lisdraconis2212]

I am having a blast with BG3. The last time had this much fun was when i played DA:O. And I admit it already passed DA:2 and DA:I.

[@Keela1221]

I actually got this game because of your romance video on BG 3. Thank you so much for introducing me to this game!!!

[@mmmomiji]

Same! I’m now 140+ hours into it

[@Keela1221]

@@mmmomiji NICE!

[@tobygrimes9633]

Already planning my character for PS5 release (half-elf beastmaster/Shadowheart romance). I'm going to relive my fist DAO playthrough. It was Dalish elf rogue ranger/ Leliana romance. So many parallels. Will be my first entry to this type of game, but can't resist the story. Wish me luck.

[@eestiny9734]

Just glad they did not waste any effort to create a master piece!🥰 and yes romance, friendship, banters, are something we love

[@ElaraDreamstar]

Baldur's Gate was my first computer RPG, and ignited my love for Bioware in the first place. I love the series, I loved Faerun as my favorite campaign setting until D&D 4e came out and I switched to Pathfinder... but I'm still so happy to dive back into the setting that I've adored for decades. Larian has done an amazing job with not only honoring the history of D&D but specifically of Bioware's shaping of the earlier games. I see the Bioware influence, even the elements from DA (the camp!), and it brings such joy. I won't lie, originally I was pissed that they tapped another studio to make BG3... but as mad as WotC has made me this year, I'm think I'm glad that the negotiations with EA to have Bioware do it fell through. Seeing no microtransactions, no bs, and how insanely well the game is doing can only help Bioware and other studios like them push back and say "See, this *does* work and it is profitable, let us do what we do best." Maybe we get a better DAD from this? That is my hope. For now, I'll be over here with my wood elf ranger trying to heal the heart of an angsty pale elf... because solasmancing wasn't painful enough.

[@yas_lana]

OMG dont start me on the angsty elf... What is it with them angsty elfs? Astarion is seriously breaking my heart right now. And yeah, I hope it is a sign for the big publishers that this kind of game is not dead. That old AND young gamers play it. That we don't need or want dumped down tiktokesk games. We want depth, big stories, freedom, real rpg elements in games. While I doubt that this game will change much for DAD, its in productions for to long already. While I hope they get all the time they need to make DAD without crunch, I doubt we will see it before the 10 year mark is over. I doubt they can afford to take another x years to rework it. But it might hopefully influence the overall direction Bioware can and will take with their future games. I sadly doubt though that we will ever see anything like BG3 from any AAA studio.

[@482k7]

You hit it right on the nose man! I very very very very very much hope that BioWare and EA see BG3's immense success and be comforted that the traditional tactical CRPG style of yore that BioWare excelled at in the past, has a huge audience and potential for profit! I'm not against more action RPG elements but we don't need another God of War clone, bring back more DA:O style of gameplay please. They already let us down by letting go of beloved senior staff, give us something.

[@00Mike55]

As someone who played the DA trilogy thoroughly, I can say that BG3 is in some ways a better DAO, more complex and intricate plot, some companions have deep character development and over all is a lovely journey, I just finished it and in my books, beat DAO just barely, little details such as character expressions, go a long way to help elevate the experience. A must play for DA fans for sure.

[@AlwiMulachela]

BG3 is the epitome how fans expect DA:2 / DA:Inquisition will be, but none could even scrath its ceiling

[@andrehenderson7820]

*It will make the wait for dreadwolf less painful*

[@Makoto03]

Great video. I've been longing for an rpg to bring back the magic of Dragon Age Origins, which sadly even Inquisition didn't quite live up to in player choice. I also love the incredible depth of romance options for Baldurs Gate 3. Sadly i still have to waita couple weeks for PS5 version but playthroughs and videos have gotten me excited to play it.

[@tameelah3839]

I had Early Access for a few years now, and I agree the updates were informative and entertaining. Before it relased I had already clocked 450 hours the game reminds me of DAO even now the game is out for everyone I am finding new things to do and see. It has been a very long time since a game like this has been released.

[@MegaCocoa125]

BG3 is even more amazing than I could have anticipated! I can't believe the positive feedback the game has garnered feom the gaming community as a whole. It really does scratch that Dragon Age and Divinity itch and then some. Now I really do hope DAD takes it's time so im not compelled to compare it to BG3 because I can't imagine a world where it surpasses it, even if I do enjoy the world of Dragon Age more. I'm happy to have BG3, Starfield, and Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty to keep me entertained for a long time!

[@t2force212]

I second this. Unfortunately even if it doesn't come out for a year DAD will be compared to BG3 and I fear it will not rise to meet it.

[@amandadiamond7147]

I'd be surprised if there were any Dragon Age Fans who weren't aware of Larian and their games- they have been the ones making the games that scratch that itch .

[@edenromanov]

Ive been holding back for months but this video convinced me, downloading the game right now!

[@ningenKami]

Lovely) thanks for video! ❤

[@yas_lana]

BG3 totally hit me by surprise. I had it on my wishlist forever, but nowadays I tend to avoid EA, so I never got it. And lately no story/rpg really captured me. I have even trouble finishing DA or ME the last years. Now one day before release I got it on a whim and I havent stopped playing since. The gameplay is sooooo good, the graphics, animation, I mean look at those awesome faces and I didnt get any strong uncanny valley feeling even once. And dont start me at the story and the companions. BG3 brings a companion depth to the table that surpasses DAI. Tbh, I have not really been hyped by anything we saw from DAD lately, be it the leaks or what little stuff we got officially. A part of that is surely the long wait without anything substantial, the subpar releases after DAI (and I loved MEA, but it was still not comparable to ME123), and after almost ten years, the love and hype somewhat sizzeld out. Tbh I really hope they take a good look at BG3, remember where they came from and maybe rethink a few of their decisions.

[@awdrifter3394]

BG3 is the spiritual successor to DOS2. j/k I never played BG1&2, didn't finish DAO either. But DOS1&2 got me hooked on this style of game and battle system.

[@FIRETIGER49]

Abso…frikkin…lutely, I was waiting for years for something that would evoke the same emotions. The other dragon ages never could. As a die hard fan who played DAO 7.5 times….completely agree❤

[@chargers0001]

Took your advice and I'm really liking the game so far!

[@brendawallace7699]

Absolutely love it, but still haven't seen a romance that can replace/live up to my cullen Rutherford. He is just to handsome my standards have skyrocketed for romances just cause of him

[@tobygrimes9633]

We've been waiting on DAD so long, it should be called Grandad.

[@lisamariejordan301]

After playing BG3 I just know, that I will be disappointed by DA:D..

[@tzarzinjo3766]

God, imagine if they remade DA:O with BG’s engine.

[@Sully365]

exactly how i felt when i started baldur's gate. i would prefer DA 3's navigation style just so i could enjoy the scenery more, but BG3 is easily on par with DA's depth of characters. just great stuff.

[@highiqwarrior]

This is my favorite CRPG game ever, even better than divinity original sin 2. It shows that they are evolving in game design and features for sure. This game gives me the same feeling as playing dragon age origins. I never played dnd before but I still am having a blast with the game. This game is actually worth every penny, and I preordered it for ps5 as well for co op.

[@VillianousKitty]

My partner made us go xbox this generation and i have never regretted something so much in my life 😭 i wanna play this so bad

[@tetuone11]

Don't be sad, you get Starfield exclusively. Cheer up! Meanwhile, BG 3 comes to Xbox at a later date. You should be ecstatic!

[@carbodude5414]

The faces in Baldur's Gate 3 are definitely better to look at than anything Bioware has produced

[@SassyLass]

I definitely plan on it eventually, just gotta buy it!

[@JMcCarthyworld]

I am obsessed with bg3

[@vikashv1]

Play a game that doesn't paywall characters (day one!) and true endings behind DLC, unlike other companies.

[@thekingofinfinity]

I would if the combat wasn't turn based. I just can't stand it. It's immersion breaking.

[@KellyKMc]

I don’t have a PC that can handle and the Series X release is a ways off.

[@karandullet380]

Man this makes me want dragon age more

[@spiritualspinster4222]

I am downloading it NOW!

[@Gazellegazellegazelle]

the only thing stopping me is waiting for it to release on Xbox T^T

[@SarAnna2195]

Yes, yes ,yes. TBH, when I saw first screenshots of Character Creator for BG3 , I immediately thought that was news about the next Dragon Age 🥲 I bought early access anyway, the combat system was new to me but I learnt quickly and it's so much fun.

[@BelieveIt1051]

From the looks of it, BG3 is just DA:O with better graphics.

[@GiornoGiovana]

Oh I will

[@Sizzliy]

I really can't wait to play it but it won't be on Xbox until next year. It's so annoying that Xbox demands all games to be available on the Series S. Hopefully it will still come out well before DAD.

[@AlwiMulachela]

ngl, im really getting DaO vibes in BG3. what a disappointment from bioware

[@dakotab6448]

Im waiting a bit because I've heard from a few friends with pretty good PCs they are having a hard time running it.

[@Manlio.Cipullo]

some problems on Act 3 due to the crowd in the city, wich feels very alive, but they patched it and you can fiddle with the options...

[@trixy4675]

i want to play it. but until they put in a third person mode during combat i can't play it.

[@Rhyzla]

Will DA:D be worth it in the end? We’ll see.

[@raptorsigh]

Waiting patiently in front of my Xbox... 🥺

[@sayurioffenborn4960]

I would buy it if someone can put Bioware writing on it. I and Larians writing aren't connectable. Sorry i can't.

[@madincraft4418]

Is it all tactical? I do love face to face battle

[@tetuone11]

Yes, it's turn based tactical. Similar to Pathfinder and Wasteland 3. Enjoy the game! Take care and stay well everyone.

[@55rz55]

Just a reminder to people like me. You SHOULDN'T play anything that you don't like or interested in just cause someone told you. Play whatever you want, whenever you want, however you want. Be happy and enjoy yourself 😁 Though I do highly recommend this game, just don't try to romance the evil drow lady in your first playthrough. She's bugged as hell.

[@AshleyOlivia90]

Not sure about the whole dice rolling thing 😐 already play table top all day once a week lol

[@lennynull-funf-zehn5416]

I'm gonna say it: The Game is better than Inquisition... Is Inquisition my favorite Game? Yeah... but still.

[@thesorrow7499]

I've seen a 3rd person view mod with WASD controls and it made me sad that the developers didn't include it in the base game. Point-and-click movement should've stayed in 1998. The roleplaying aspect of BG3 is superb, though. DA4 is in big trouble if it's of similar quality to Mass Effect Andromeda.

[@reneerials2389]

But I'm an Xbox player who can't afford to buy a good enough PC 😢

[@dbmedina9172]

The only “fantasy” rpg I’ve played was DAI. I love the idea of choices mattering. Will decisions matter in this game?

[@tetuone11]

Yes, depending on the situation. Some allies will leave if you make too many choices that they find unfavorable. Enjoy the game!

[@Manlio.Cipullo]

Based on your decisions you can skip an entire section of the game, exploring another one instead...

[@CourtFoxx]

Oh this game is actually better than dragon age origins

[@basedshaman6183]

I like baldurs gate, but the turned base combat feels so clunky, and having to use an ability just to jump is just silly. I get using an ability in combat, but outside combat it’s just redundant… Before people argue, this is how RPGs should be, the original baldur’s gate was real-time, and DA:O was real time, neither took away from the rpg elements from those games, and in fact enhanced them. Also, the lore in dragon age is way more concise. D&D is just a bunch of fantasy tropes thrown into one universe. D&D lore sounds like fanfic then a unified universe with original ideas, and characters.

[@Manlio.Cipullo]

BG was not real time, it is an illusion made by the game, but in combat everyone was bound to their initiative roll, it is well known...

[@JEEPER7788]

BG3 is a fantastic game...that being said, I've moved on from DA. I see no point in waiting anymore, Bioware sure as hell doesn't deserve it.

[@RockoEstalon]

To me BG3 feels more in line with what I expected to see in Dragon Age sequels after finishing Origins than the two games we got. Even though I enjoye DA 2 and Inquisition, Larian is already scratching the itch I had.

[@sinsinsinat5377]

Everyone says its good, and undoubtly it is, but what if you are not a fan of turned-based strategy games?

[@furkankaplan2204]

İt is ok, just try if you want maybe you realize you liked this one who knows

[@-Sparagmos-]

Think I'll just wait for Dragon Age.

[@Mc76204]

why?

[@noblesix4241]

Well bioware is dead so...

[@greyngreyer5]

Honestly my friend compared it to DA:O so much that it probably ruined it for me. I set my expectations far too high. BG3 was still highly enjoyable, but the wrap up and the pay off was just SHIT. Pure shit, to quote Astarion. And to quote Fane from Divinity Original Sin 2: "It's shit"

[@Yoba007]

but dao is way better in every way than this indie early access game, hell even starfield is better 10 times than this shit