What do "points of no return" mean in Baldur's Gate 3?

In BG3, points of no return refer to crucial moments in the game where player choices can lock them out of certain paths, end relationships, aggro NPCs, or cause them to pick sides. Examples include making skill checks, choosing to defeat certain characters, or when specific characters die, all of which can influence subsequent events or access to content in future acts.

Will I be locked out of locations from previous acts when I advance the story?

No, players can return to previous locations even after advancing in the story. While you might receive a message about progressing your adventure, you can still fast travel back to earlier waypoints. However, the state of those locations may change due to the choices made during the gameplay.

Do locations remain the same when revisited in BG3?

No, the state of various locations can change as you progress through the story. NPCs might relocate, and certain areas may undergo significant transformations, like buildings being destroyed. Nonetheless, revisiting old areas can sometimes reveal new events or developments.

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Are There Any Baldur’s Gate 3 Points of No Return and Can I Return to Locations in Previous Acts?

August 8, 2023

By Jason Faulkner

With a game as big as Baldur’s Gate 3, there will be some points of no return. However, players are worried about whether they can return to locations in previous acts or if they’re locked out when they start a new one. Unfortunately, BG3 is a mixed bag about how it handles missable content.

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