Baldur's Gate 3 features many
mechanics that, once mastered, can greatly enhance your gaming experience.
So, today, I have prepared a list of 65 advanced tips to help you understand
and utilize these mechanics efficiently. This is Aming4Gaming, and today
we're aiming for advanced gaming! Consider using hirelings as temporary casters
in your party. They can provide valuable buffs that last until a long rest. This strategy
allows you to conserve your spell slots while enjoying significant bonuses.
Multiclassed spells are determined by your character's total spellcasting level, rather
than their individual class levels. For instance, if you multiclass your druid into a
wizard for one level at character level 3, you'll gain access to level 2 spell slots and
can learn spells like "Detect Thoughts" as if you were a level 3 wizard. Note that some classes are
classified as half-casters or one-third casters. Warlock offers unique multiclassing advantages,
allowing you to level up your spellcaster and then multiclass into Warlock for just one
level. This grants separate pact magic slots and the "Eldritch Blast" spell in addition to
your original spell slots. This opens the door to creating a versatile character class, albeit at
the cost of missing out on level 12 class bonuses. Feel free to assemble an entirely custom
party to create something truly unique. A guide on how to accomplish this
can be found in the comments section. Hold down the Alt key to highlight items and
certain interactions on your screen. Although not everything will be highlighted, many important
elements will become much easier to find. The "T" key can be a game-changer. Instead
of clicking through multiple menus to examine enemies, you can simply press "T" on a highlighted
enemy to get the necessary information. This shortcut saves you a significant amount of time.
Activate turn-based mode by pressing Shift-Space or using the button on the UI. This allows
for creative maneuvers, like barrel tricks, or keeping up with NPCs when they run away.
Keep an eye out for traps that activate after a delay. You might have enough
time to grab loot and escape before they trigger. Some traps can be disarmed or
activated by shooting them from a distance. Be cautious when looting dead bodies, as looting
some of them is treated as stealing. To identify these, check if the name is displayed
in yellow and the looting icon is red. In areas with multiple corpses, unlooted bodies
will be marked with an asterisk ("*"). This helps you keep track of what you've yet to loot.
There's no need to use the character with the key to open a door. The game
will automatically transfer the key to the relevant character when needed.
Make sure to have a shovel in your inventory. There are buried treasures scattered
across the map waiting to be discovered. Don't underestimate the power of jumping.
Utilize jumps to find secret passages and hidden loot. Additionally, consider
using spells that extend jump distance. To move the item you found to a different
character, drag and drop the item onto the desired character's portrait.
Whenever possible, equip a shield on characters who are capable of wielding one
and also possess a non-two-handed weapon. The added defense is usually well worth it.
If your character is proficient in heavy armor, consider lowering their Dexterity to 10
or 12. Heavy armor doesn't benefit from Dexterity's AC boost, so the biggest effect
on your character will be the initiative, which is less efficient than extra stats you need.
In the early game, the Mage Armor spell might provide better overall benefits than
light armor, granting you higher total AC. Keep a torch in your character's inventory and
toggle it on when needed. This proves invaluable in dark areas where visibility is compromised.
If you learn the skill of dual-wielding hand crossbows, you can utilize a crossbow
attack as a bonus action. This tactic is particularly effective for characters whose
bonus actions would otherwise go to waste. Click on an armor slot to reveal all
possible items your character can equip, including inventories of your entire party.
Numerous storage options are available for organizing items such as backpacks, keychains,
and pouches. This method also applies to keeping barrels for barrelmancy tricks neatly stowed away!
Remember that your inventory is shared among all party members. This means you can
utilize scrolls or drag potions from companions even during battles.
When encumbered, transfer the heaviest items to your camp to free up space. If necessary,
you can access them in your chest when required. Reorder items based on weight to
easily identify the heaviest ones. Camp supplies are only necessary at camp,
so send them there immediately to reduce the weight burden in your inventory.
Corpses hold value for necromancers. Store them in your traveler's chest to keep these
resources available for your magical endeavors. Gain an advantage by stacking three crates and
standing atop them. This tactic proves especially beneficial for ranged attacks and spells.
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inspires me to create even more videos for you! Employ crates as temporary cover
to initiate battles unexpectedly while staying out of sight from opponents.
Strategically use crates to block your enemies' paths, granting you a significant
advantage in the heat of battle. Leverage push mechanics to your advantage.
Shove enemies to their doom for falling damage or create space by pushing them
away, removing spellcasting disadvantages. Jumping not only helps you reach new areas but
also extends your movement range on your turn. Use the "Dip" action to coat your weapon
with nearby surfaces like fire or acid, dealing additional damage to enemies.
Instead of selling candles, place one on the ground, light it, and use the
free fire to enhance your weapon. Consider using weapons your
characters are proficient with, as this unlocks various skills that
can be employed after a short rest. Warlocks' pact weapon also
offers proficiency to any weapon. As weapon skills and Warlock spells reset
after a short rest, don't forget to employ them between battles for maximum effectiveness.
Summoning can effectively absorb damage for you. Utilize options like war clerics
spiritual weapons or druids elementals. Heal multiple allies by throwing a potion
between them. This method also applies to buffs from potions.
Prior to combat, assess your surroundings for potential advantages.
Environmental features can be key to victory. Activate group hide mode to prepare a
calculated surprise attack. This not only grants advantage but also makes your foes
surprised, robbing them of their first turn. Divide your team and initiate combat with one
character, then switch to others. This allows for controlled movement and targeted
engagement without initiative checks. After a ranged attack, switch to a melee
weapon to enable an opportunity attack, a maneuver unavailable to ranged weapons.
Water possesses great utility, capable of washing away other liquids on the floor like poison.
Adjust prepared spells outside of combat, particularly useful when transitioning between
utility spells like "Speak with Animals" or "Mage Armor" for exploration
and more combat-focused spells. Spells like "Speak with Animals," "Speak
with Dead," and "Detect Thoughts" wield considerable exploration power. Talk to
rats, squirrels, and the dead to uncover hidden secrets or delve into others' thoughts.
Employ the Disguise Self spell prior to initiating dialogue with characters you've killed. This way
they won't recognize you and become more friendly. Some concentration spells can be cast more
than once without expending spell slots. Be sure to use the correct button, usually found on
the right panel, to avoid wasting spell slots. Employ items that grant specific spells for
efficient use, as they don't consume spell slots. For instance, an amulet allowing
"Speak with Dead" once per long rest. The Disguise Self spell permits you to transform
into smaller races like gnomes to navigate tight spaces. You can also morph into beasts or
adjust your size using the Enlarge/Reduce spell. Be friendly to Scratch - and someday
you'll learn the "Find Familiar: Scratch" spell. This spell summons Scratch
familiar which can help you in locating treasures. Beastmasters can summon spiders
proficient in creating flammable webs, offering an additional source of fire damage.
The Mage Hand cantrip proves useful for throwing items like javelins lying on the ground,
providing free ranged damage potential. Keep in mind that Paladin auras require
manual activation. Ensure they're turned back on if they deactivate upon going unconscious.
Utilize the Bard's "Perform" ability to attract NPCs and facilitate pickpocketing or stealing,
allowing you to obtain desired items unnoticed. If you're aiming for city-wide mayhem,
use your Bard's song to gather NPCs, initiate turn-based mode, leap away, and
unleash a fiery attack to devastate the area. Traders offer discounts based on their
relationship with the character who starts the dialogue. This doesn't change if you
switch characters mid-trade, so employ your most charismatic companion for better prices.
Save all your ingredients, especially hyena ears, as they are crucial for crafting potent potions
like the Potion of Speed, one of the game's best. Expedite selling by adding items to wares for bulk
transactions. Multi-select items using shift-click and ctrl-click for even greater efficiency.
Vendors periodically refresh their inventories. If you can't sell all your items due to their
limited funds, return later to complete the sale. Don't hesitate to sell gems, as there's
no crafting mechanism tied to them. Pickpocketing NPCs can unveil
hidden secrets, grant access to locked doors, and offer various advantages.
Toggle on non-lethal damage when confronted, sparing your target's life while still defending
yourself and avoiding unnecessary bloodshed. The "Karmic Dice" option is enabled by
default and impacts the likelihood of consecutive good or bad rolls. If you seek more
randomness in the game, consider disabling it. You can modify the game's difficulty
at any moment, even during battles. This option can significantly alleviate
the challenge during tough encounters. I hope with this guide you have
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