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BALDUR'S GATE 3 DOMINATES BAFTA GAMES AWARDS 2024
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BALDUR'S GATE 3 DOMINATES BAFTA GAMES AWARDS 2024

Apr 12, 2024 8:38 AM

Baldur's Gate 3 has emerged as the major victor of the BAFTA Games Awards 2024, sweeping the ceremony with an impressive five awards. The RPG developed by Larian Studios not only seized the prestigious title of Best Game but also triumphed in additional categories including Best Narrative, Best Music, EE Player’s Choice Award, and Best Performer in a Supporting Role, with Andrew Wincott's portrayal of Raphael earning accolades. This success follows the game's previous wins at The Game Awards 2023 and The Steam Awards.

Other notable titles recognized at the BAFTA Games Awards 2024 included Alan Wake 2, which secured awards for Audio Achievement and Artistic Achievement, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, which was awarded Best Multiplayer and Best Family Game. The lesser-known puzzle game Viewfinder also took home two awards: British Game and New Intellectual Property. Additionally, Baldur's Gate 3 was recently acknowledged as the most-played Steam Deck game over the past year.

Which game won the most awards at the BAFTA Games Awards 2024?

Baldur's Gate 3 was the game that earned the most awards at the BAFTA Games Awards 2024, taking home a total of five awards.

Baldur's Gate 3, a role-playing game, is part of a series that has been cherished by fans since the original Baldur's Gate was released in 1998. Based on the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing system, the series is known for its rich storytelling and deep gameplay mechanics. Larian Studios, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Divinity: Original Sin series, took up the mantle to create Baldur's Gate 3, which has clearly resonated with both players and critics alike, achieving numerous awards and a strong following among RPG enthusiasts.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-04-12 08:48:04
Baldur's Gate 3 really dominated the BAFTA Games Awards 2024 with an impressive five wins, including Best Game and Best Narrative. It's great to see Larian Studios' RPG getting the recognition it deserves, especially considering the series' longstanding legacy and the developer's track record with the Divinity: Original Sin games.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-04-12 08:42:03
Baldur's Gate 3 is really making waves, huh Larian Studios has definitely captured the essence of the series and delivered an RPG that's hitting all the right notes, earning them some well-deserved recognition. It's great to see this kind of success for a game that's clearly resonating with players and doing justice to such a beloved franchise.
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