Originally Posted by Baraz
I recommend BG1.

I played all of BG2 (Enhanced Edition) but high level AD&D is just too technical and playing low levels is always more fun I find.

That said, BG2 has a lot of confrontation with Mind Flayers in the underdark, so there is a superficial link with BG3.


I strongly disagree. You have way more ways to deal with problems and fight far more interesting creatures on BG2. also, BG2 is more a mid level campaign than a high level campaign. You don't fight Liches and Dragons on BG1.

Anyway, is good to check also Icewind dale 1/2 and planescape torment.