Maximize your primary combat stat (Strength for melee, Dexterity for ranged) and Constitution (16 is the "soft cap" for most classes, though Fighters benefit up to 18+).
You can reach a maximum of 161,000 XP in the base campaign. Combat & Survival Tactics Baldur's Gate Enhanced Edition
Aim to have at least five party members equipped with ranged weapons. Ranged attacks can often end battles before enemies even reach your front line. Maximize your primary combat stat (Strength for melee,
Set your game to "Autopause on Enemy Sighted" in the options to ensure you aren't ambushed. Ranged attacks can often end battles before enemies
Highly versatile and "fun" due to game-changing spells like Fireball .
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition (BG:EE) is a modernized remaster of the classic 1998 RPG, combining the original campaign with the Tales of the Sword Coast expansion. Use this guide to master its Dungeons & Dragons 2nd Edition systems and survive the Sword Coast. Best Beginner Classes: