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Pros
Pro Robust magic system that gives freedom of choice to the player
The magic system allows any character to use magic as long as they have enough of the correct attribute. In addition to this, all of the magic is made up of different elements allowing you to customize spells and discover new ways of destroying your enemy.
Pro Consequences that go way beyond typical lip service to your actions.
Typical of Obsidian Entertainment to be the only RPG developer that truly understands how to use video games as storytelling medium.
Pro Has a different approach to a story with you playing as the villain
Pro Skills increase as you use them, which customizes the game towards your playstyle
After allocating basic stats, you can make a character into anything. Currently one of the most powerful builds is a 2-handed weapon wielding mage in light armor.
Pro Interesting and compelling story
Cons
Con The ending may not be satisfying
The ending is abrupt and dissatisfying, as it ends on a cliffhanger.
Con Excessive railroading
Multiple storylines, but quests are aggressively linear.
Con Tedious combat mechanics
Every bit as clunky as older CRPGs without the powerful feel of games like Baldur's Gate and KOTOR.