What makes Baldur's Gate 3 so addictive is the sheer amount of freedom it gives players. With a huge variety of characters, skills, and custom builds, every playthrough feels unique. You can tackle challenges in countless ways depending on your chosen character and their abilities. The game’s design avoids a rigid, linear path, letting you choose how and when to explore different parts of the story. This combination of endless options and flexibility means it’s easy to spend over 100 hours exploring the Forgotten Realms without running out of new things to discover. Because this journey is such a time commitment, it’s important to get familiar with your in-game settings from the start to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable adventure.