description Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition Overview
The Enhanced Edition of the orcs-and-magic sequel is a masterpiece of isometric RPG design. It features an expansive world, deep party management, and complex orcs-and-magic mechanics that influenced almost every modern CRPG. While it uses older graphics, its narrative depth and mechanical complexity remain top-tier for fans of traditional orcs-and-magic adventures.
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Who developed the Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition?
The Enhanced Edition was developed by Overhaul Games and published by Beamdog, a company founded by former BioWare employees. Overhaul Games completely updated the original Infinity Engine to support modern resolutions. This allowed the classic RPG to run smoothly on modern operating systems like Windows 10.
What is the level cap in Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition?
Because the Enhanced Edition includes the original Throne of Bhaal expansion, the level cap is incredibly high. Depending on your character's class, you can reach up to level 40. This allows players to unlock the most powerful high-level spells and abilities in the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons ruleset.
Does the Enhanced Edition add any new companions?
Yes, the developers introduced several new characters to the roster, including the wild mage Neera and the monk Rasaad yn Bashir. It also adds Dorn Il-Khan, an evil-aligned blackguard, and Hexxat, a mysterious thief. Each of these new companions comes with their own unique personal quests.
What expansion is included in Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition?
The package fully integrates the official 2001 expansion pack, Throne of Bhaal. This expansion serves as the epic conclusion to the Child of Bhaal storyline, taking players to massive new locations. It is automatically included from the start, allowing you to play through the entire saga seamlessly.
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