Hold onto your helms and sharpen your swords, fellow gamers, because Baldur’s Gate 3 has officially taken the throne as Steam’s highest-grossing new release of 2023, raking in a staggering $657 million in revenue. Larian Studios, the small yet mighty developer behind this fantasy epic, has truly outdone themselves, earning critical acclaim, award show accolades, and a box office boom that has the gaming world abuzz.
The accolades for Baldur’s Gate 3 don’t stop there. It has become the highest-rated PC game of all time on Metacritic , with a Metascore of 97 and a user score of 9.1. It shares the ‘greatest game ever’ title across all platforms with Super Mario Odyssey and has surpassed other 2023 hits like The Case of the Golden Idol, Street Fighter 6, and Diablo IV.
The game’s success is a testament to its rich content and extensive playtime, which have kept both new and returning gamers hooked. Baldur’s Gate 3 has not only topped the charts but also outshone competitors like Hogwarts Legacy and Starfield, with more downloads than Lethal Company and Overwatch 2. It’s clear that the fever for Baldur’s Gate 3 is far from over.
The game’s early access period of almost three years has paid off, allowing it to launch without the technical issues that have plagued many PC releases this year. The final version has been so well-received that it has sparked a conversation about the standards we should expect from RPGs in the future.
2023 was a year of highs and lows for the gaming industry, but RPGs and indie games shone brightly. Baldur’s Gate 3 and Lethal Company have proven that the secret to success is simply making good games. The success of these titles, regardless of budget or team size, should serve as a beacon to all game developers.
As we look to the future, it seems that Steam’s love affair with fantasy will continue. The most anticipated game of the year, according to Video Game Insights, is the fantasy survival title Enshrouded. With Dragon’s Dogma 2 and Dark and Darker also on the list, it’s evident that the fantasy genre is thriving, and Larian Studios is riding the crest of this magical wave.
As we celebrate the achievements of Baldur’s Gate 3, we eagerly await the official sales figures. With an estimated 7-8 million copies sold across PC and PS5, and an Xbox version on the horizon, the game’s success story is far from over. It’s an exciting time for Larian Studios and for gamers who have been captivated by this enchanting world. Here’s to the continued success of Baldur’s Gate 3 and the magic it brings to our screens!
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