Strategy · 2000
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn
Kidnapped. Imprisoned. Tortured. The wizard Irenicus holds you captive in his stronghold, attempting to strip you of the powers that are your birthright. Can you resist the evil within you, forge a legend of heroic proportions, and ultimately destroy the dark essence that haunts your dreams? Or will you embrace your…
Key facts
- Released
- 21 September 2000
- Genre
- Strategy · RPG
- Length
- ≈ 200 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · Mobile
- Studio
- BioWare, Black Isle Studios
- Publisher
- SEGA, Interplay Productions
- Critics
- Metacritic 95
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 95 — critics loved it
- A 2000 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn?
Expect about 200 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn with friends?
No, Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn on?
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn is available on PC and Mobile.
Is Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 95.
What games are like Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn?
In the same spirit: Planescape: Torment, Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition and Baldur's Gate.



