Shortly before the release of Baldur’s Gate 3 on August 3rd (PC / Steam), the developers released a video in which the lead systems designer gives a brief insight into all classes and sub-classes.
What kind of video is this? In the English video on YouTube, interviewer Todd Kenreck talks with the lead systems designer Nick Pechenin from the developer Larian Studios.
Pechenin speaks for a few minutes about each class with sub-class from Baldur’s Gate 3, always with a view on the original rules from Pen & Paper Dungeons & Dragons.
You can watch the English video here:
Here are the timestamps for each class:
- 0:29 Barbarian
- 2:26 Fighter
- 4:01 Rogue
- 6:05 Bard
- 9:52 Warlock
- 12:21 Cleric
- 14:14 Druid
- 16:38 Ranger
- 18:20 Wizard
- 22:01 Monk
- 25:31 Paladin
- 28:59 Mage
The choice of the first class for one’s character is likely to be the most important decision for many players after release. However, keep in mind that during the game you will meet many companions who will join your group and thereby also give you access to certain classes.
Here you will find a few articles that could help you get started with Baldur’s Gate:
- Baldur’s Gate 3: All 12 Classes in Overview – Which one suits you?
- In Baldur’s Gate 3, it’s almost irrelevant which race you play
- Baldur’s Gate 3: Fighters are the ideal class for beginners – Here’s why they are so good
- Forget Monks: the truly best class in Baldur’s Gate 3 can do everything
- 3 things you must know about the combat system of Baldur’s Gate 3
- Why you can only play up to level 12 in Baldur’s Gate 3 and why that is a good thing
- Baldur’s Gate 3 explains why you should delete your save files and uninstall the game before release
If you are not sure which class to choose at the start, we have also prepared a quiz that can help you in your choice:
Baldur’s Gate 3 will be released on August 3rd at 5 PM on Steam for PC and will also be available on PlayStation 5 on September 6th. The role-playing game has been in Early Access since 2020, with the first act being playable for a longer period.
You can read about the differences in the respective versions here: Baldur’s Gate 3: 7 things that will change between Early Access and the final game
