I love how cinematic BG3 is, and for me it definitely enhances immersion and brings the characters and story to life. Which isn't to say that I need fancy graphics to appreciate a cRPG - I've been a fan of the BG games since they came out and enjoyed more recent games like WotR - but I do think they take a game to another level. And I am very glad that Larian put the effort they did into creating such a cinematic experience. Maybe I wouldn't be if I didn't like so much else about the game, too, but unlike some I definitely don't feel that BG3 is style over substance but enjoy the story, the characters and the gameplay too. And the cinematics for me enhance the first two, at least, considerably.
Completely agree.
There's something incredibly immersive about seeing your character react to conversations, a character you created. It's why Mass Effect drew me in so much.
Additionally, I believe it connects you to the characters. Seeing their expressions and their faces in the cinematic way definitely lends itself to the entire experience.
I'm absolutely on board with more games doing this and I believe I wouldn't love BG3 nearly as much as I do if they didn't put in the extra effort to have cutscenes everywhere. I love love love it.
