This game is a expansion pack to Shadows of Amn. The expansion offers a lot more of what we liked about the other games.
Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal still has the amazing gameplay found in previous games of the series. The interface still works well considering that it has been used since the 1998 Baldur's Gate game. It will be instantly recognizable to gamers who have played it's predecessors. The level of difficulty of the game has been increased to make it provide a challenge to hardcore players. This can be seen as a reversion because the original Baldur's Gate had this same unforgiving difficulty.
The ancient Infinity Engine still powers this game. This engine was great back in 1998 with Baldur's Gate but has been only marginally upgraded over the years, and now the graphical presentation is only good at best. However Throne of Bhaal offers hours of gameplay to make up for it's graphics.
The sound in the game lives up to the high standards of the series. The variety of different background music, sound effects, and voice acting is still great for the most part.
The series has always offered a lot of value for your money, and this game is no different. The game will still take you many hours to finish, and that is not including the various other optional side quests in the game. This is also the conclusion on the Baldur's Gate saga, and provides a wonderful plot to end the series with.
In the end Baldur's Gate games have all been extremely entertaining, and if you are in doubt whether to get this game, then be rest assured that this game is well worth the money.