Gaming Guides

Immediately after the opening cinematic, the first screen you encounter when starting a new game is the Origin screen. This is where you can choose to create a character all your own by selecting the Custom option at the top.…

At the start of the game, you’ll find yourself on a beach after the plot to put you there. There are several companions scattered around this small area whom you can recruit. A noteworthy one is the sassy Githyanki lady,…

In Baldur’s Gate 3, leveling up is an involved process that can be a little tricky. Not every level on your way to the max level of 12 will offer the same benefits. Not only that, but the Baldur’s Gate…

Party composition in Baldur’s Gate 3 is very important; it’s common practice to have a well-balanced team while exploring and fighting in order to handle any situation. If you’re confused about how to swap out party members, don’t worry, you’re…

At first glance you might not realize it, but that seemingly always-unlucky 20-sided die can actually be customized with skins. So far, all die customizations with the exception of Behir Blue are confirmed to require some kind of purchase. Getting…

When exploring the immediate surroundings of the Emerald Grove in Baldur’s Gate 3, you might find yourself inside an Owlbear Nest. There, you’ll stumble upon a Gilded Chest protected by Selûne’s Seal that will zap everyone trying to touch it.…

If you’ve ever done a good job roleplaying during a table-top session Dungeons and Dragons, you’ve probably been awarded Inspiration, which you could then use to re-roll a die. Inspiration works much the same in Baldur’s Gate 3, albeit not…

If you decided to splurge and pick up the Digital Deluxe Edition of Baldur’s Gate 3, you’ll be expecting some bonus loot once you start your campaign. It won’t just magically appear in your inventory from another plane when you…

Before you even reach the character creator, Baldur’s Gate 3 has you make a decision on which graphics API you’ll use. They both should work to run the game, but most systems will have better performance on one than the…

In the game’s opening sequence, while trying to escape the Mind Flayer ship, you’ll encounter a Mind Flayer Pod with an NPC trapped inside. She wants you to let her out, but it isn’t immediately obvious how to help her.…