Throwback: Baldur's Gate Dark Alliance Review - A Nostalgic Dungeon Crawler Revisited

Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance is an action role-playing game blending hack-and-slash and dungeon crawler elements. Originally released for the Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox, it has recently been re-released on modern platforms. But does it hold up? Here’s an in-depth review based on my recent playthrough. Gameplay and Story Overview The game begins with a character selection screen, offering a choice between three classes: Human Archer, Dwarven Fighter, and Elven Sorceress, each adding a touch of replay value. Your journey starts in Baldur's Gate, where your character is mugged by thieves plaguing the town. The Elf Song Tavern serves as a safe haven and home to memorable NPCs, including the bendy barmaid, Aith. The primary gameplay revolves around hack-and-slash combat. Players gain experience by defeating monsters, leveling up, and purchasing abilities. Combat is enriched with mana-based attacks and ranged options like bows. Health, experience, and mana are displayed…