- Steam pricePrice
- $19.99
- Players
- 2 - 6
- Release
- November 15, 2013
- Session GoalsGoals
- Modes
- Platforms
How co-op works
Cross-platform cooperative multiplayer lets parties explore the campaign together, combining character builds and coordinating tactical, pause-based combat while navigating dialogue and story choices as a group.
About this game
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition revitalizes the beloved 2000 fantasy RPG, preserving its intricate storytelling, deep character progression, and sprawling world while adding modern refinements. Set in the Forgotten Realms, the adventure follows the aftermath of a mysterious abduction, plunging heroes into a web of intrigue, powerful enemies, and moral dilemmas that ripple across every decision.
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Combat unfolds in real time with active pause, giving parties the space to position fighters, time spells, and exploit enemy weaknesses through careful coordination. Character creation draws from Advanced Dungeons & Dragons rules, offering multiple classes, dual-classing options, and countless skill combinations. Dialogue trees, alignment shifts, and companion relationships all respond to player choices, weaving co-op decisions into the broader narrative.
The campaign spans dozens of hours, packed with side quests, hidden areas, and varied encounters that reward exploration and experimentation. Cross-platform multiplayer support lets friends join from different operating systems, making it easier to assemble a persistent party and experience the full scope of this enduring RPG together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does co-op work in Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition?
You and your friends can form a multiplayer party and adventure through the entire campaign together. The game uses real-time combat with active pause, so you'll coordinate positioning, spell timing, and tactics as a team. Cross-platform multiplayer support means players on Windows, Mac, and Linux can all join the same session.
Can we make our own characters in co-op, or does everyone play pre-made companions?
Each player creates their own character using the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons ruleset, choosing from multiple classes, dual-classing options, and skill combinations. Your party is made up of the characters you and your friends create, plus optional story companions you can recruit along the way.
Do choices in dialogue and quests affect the whole co-op party?
Yes, dialogue trees, alignment shifts, and companion relationships respond to decisions made during your playthrough. Since the campaign is choice-driven with branching storylines, your co-op group will want to coordinate on major decisions to shape the narrative together.
How long is the campaign, and can we play through it all in co-op?
The campaign spans dozens of hours and is packed with main quests, side content, hidden areas, and varied encounters. You can experience the entire adventure in co-op from start to finish, making it ideal for a persistent party that wants to explore everything together.