#karlachcliffgate

Millions of people from around the globe – whether they were familiar with the Forgotten Realms or not; whether they had ever played an RPG or not – have been struck by this phenomenal story for reasons that are personal to each and every player. We answered the call, we fell in love, we learned, we laughed, we cried, we united, we created – and we continue to do so nine months later.

The enormous freedoms we are granted upon crash-landing along the River Chionthar allow for a stunning diversity of experiences. We all enjoy different games and stories for different reasons – and in the expanse of Baldur’s Gate 3, we are the director of our own stories. This freedom has ignited a community of fans with incredible creativity, kindness, motivation, and talent that delight and inspire me every day.

We can feel the love and devotion that has been poured into development. This is a game, but calling it such seems so reductive; it is art created by artists.

It feels ridiculous to say that BG3 has changed my life, but it has. Taking this gift, admiring it from every angle, and sharing my feelings with other fans has been an uplifting adventure all its own. And I really needed it. Making my silly little edits on my silly little fan account has brought me indescribable joy and carried me through several rough patches this year. I have connected with hundreds of beautiful, like-minded people for whom I have an overwhelming abundance of love. Most of these connections won’t last forever, and neither will these memories, but what will last is knowing that I feel all warm and fuzzy.

And I am not alone in saying that I have been deeply moved by this adventure. Whatever I write here is echoed a thousandfold from across oceans and mountains.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.