Baldur’s Gate 3: What Happens When Completionists Let Go?

Are you a completionist in Baldur's Gate 3? Some players share what they finally decided to skip in their playthroughs.

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In the world of Baldur’s Gate, completionists often struggle with the urge to do everything. But what happens when players decide to let go and skip certain quests or content?

Summary

  • Letting go of completionist tendencies can lead to a more enjoyable RP experience.
  • Some players find liberation in skipping certain quests or areas that don’t align with their party’s motivations.
  • Saving time and focusing on what matters to your character can enhance immersion.

DestinovaEthereal on Act 3

DestinovaEthereal shares the struggle of balancing completionism with gameplay enjoyment, opting to skip quests like freeing the artist for a more streamlined experience.

samlowen on Looting

samlowen admits to struggling with abandoning looting habits, finding it hard to leave any item behind even if it’s just a rotten carrot.

Feisty_Steak_8398 on Specific Quests

Feisty_Steak_8398 recounts avoiding quests like saving the artist and dribbles, focusing on a more efficient playthrough that aligns with their choices.

Double_Chart_7962 on Shar’s Trials

Double_Chart_7962 mentions using the Knock spell to skip Shar’s Trials, leading to unexpected outcomes in their playthrough.

P4priqu4 on Act 3 Content

P4priqu4 highlights skipping multiple Act 3 quests, emphasizing the freedom to choose which content matters to them in the game.