Baldur’s Gate II: Shadows of Amn

A 2000 isometric D&D RPG set in the Forgotten Realms, continuing the Bhaalspawn saga with a sprawling main quest, deep party companions, and tactical real-time-with-pause combat.

  • Developer: BioWare
  • Genre: Isometric party-based RPG
  • Platforms: Windows (2000); later Mac, Enhanced Edition on PC/consoles/mobile
  • Mechanics: AD&D 2nd Edition rules, real-time with pause combat, class kits and dual-classing, stronghold quests, extensive companion banter/quests
  • Notable: Frequently cited among the greatest RPGs, massive Throne of Bhaal expansion, influential on later CRPG design

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