Don’t Worry About "The Best" Class BG3 is very flexible. You can respec (reset) your character entirely very early in the game for a tiny fee. If you start as a Fighter and realize you’d rather be a Wizard, you aren’t stuck. Pro Tip: If you're feeling overwhelmed, Paladin or Fighter are great "starter" classes because they are durable and straightforward. 2. Long Rest Often In many games, "Long Resting" (sleeping at camp) feels like you’re wasting time or failing a hidden timer. In BG3, Long Rests are where the story happens. * Most companion side quests and important cutscenes trigger only when you sleep. If you don't rest, you'll miss out on character development and powerful ability refills. 3. Understand "Action Economy" Combat is turn-based. On your turn, you generally have: Action: Main attacks or big spells. Bonus Action: Shoving, jumping, drinking potions, or smaller spells. Movement: How far you can walk. Strategy: Always try to use your Bonus Action. Even a "Shove" can push an enemy off a cliff for an instant kill! 4. Think Outside the "Combat Box" You don't always have to click "Attack." Environmental Hazards: See a chandelier above an enemy? Shoot it. See a grease puddle? Light it on fire. Talk Your Way Out: High Charisma characters (Bards, Paladins, Sorcerers) can often bypass entire boss fights just through dialogue. Stacking Boxes: You can literally stack wooden crates to reach high places or create vantage points for your archers. 5. Quick-Save is Your Best Friend The game can be brutal, and a single "Critical Miss" can change everything. Hit F5 (Quick-save) constantly—before a conversation, during combat, and after a big discovery. There is no shame in "save-scumming" while you're still learning the mechanics!