Baldur’s Gate 3 players share “coolest” plot twist in the game

Baldur’s Gate 3 is brimming with pivotal moments that shape its storyline, and gamers believe there’s one particular moment that is so bone-chilling, it stands above the rest.

Despite the countless secrets and unpredictable plot twists that can lead to any of the 17,000 endings planned by Larian Studios for its RPG, Baldur’s Gate 3 remains largely uncharted territory for players. While the developers have stated that there are still many undiscovered outcomes, fans have singled out one particular plot twist as unbeatable.

In a Reddit post dedicated to the scene where the Nightsong’s true identity is revealed, a fan described the entire cutscene as exceptionally well-made. They had never seen anything quite like it, even though similar occurrences are common in games. Somehow, the developers managed to capture it in a completely unique manner.

Despite being accessible during the early stages of the game, the truth behind its quest can only be revealed after successfully defeating the Gauntlet of Shar at the end of Act 2.

There are multiple means for players to reach the Nightsong, and upon arrival, they uncover the truth that the Nightsong is actually a captive aasimar woman named Dame Aylin. She has been forced to share her immortality with Ketheric Thorm.

However, discovering her was not the only revelation; it was a pivotal moment for Shadowheart to uncover the reality of the Dark Justicars and to contemplate whether she should continue as a Sharran Cleric. A fan emotionally shared, “I was moved to tears – perhaps due to pregnancy hormones, or perhaps due to the incredibly powerful writing of the game. It was likely a beautiful blend of both.”

Some other scenes in Baldur’s Gate 3 have caused players to feel uneasy, like Astarion’s rise to power or the consequences of surrendering Scratch to his enraged kennel master. Nevertheless, fans of the game believe that the Nightsong plot twist elicits some of the most impactful and emotional choices throughout the entire game.