Story Achievements (Unmissable)

These achievements unlock automatically as you progress through the main story. They cannot be missed on any playthrough.

AchievementDescriptionUnlock Condition
Escaping the NautiloidEscape the NautiloidComplete the prologue
Down with the AbsoluteDefeat the AbsoluteComplete Act 1 main quest
Leave No One BehindSave all your companionsKeep all origin companions alive through Act 1
The City AwaitsReach Baldur's GateEnter the city in Act 3
To Bloom in Darkest NightComplete Shadowheart's questFinish Daughter of Darkness
A Tale of Two BrothersComplete Wyll's questFinish The Blade of Frontiers
The VampireComplete Astarion's questFinish The Pale Elf
A Grym FateDefeat Grym at the Adamantine ForgeKill the forge guardian
Hand Me DownEquip an item inherited from your godComplete Shadowheart's Act 3 quest
RoleplayerComplete an origin character's storyFinish the game as an Origin

Combat Achievements

These achievements require specific combat feats, kill counts, or tactical accomplishments.

AchievementDescriptionStrategy
FoehammerKill 300 enemiesAccumulates across all playthroughs. Focus on goblin camps and random encounters.
Serial KillerKill 100 civiliansAttack non-hostile NPCs. Save before massacring a town, then reload.
CeremorphosisTransform into a mind flayerAccept the Emperor's offer to fully evolve in Act 3.
Squid GameWin a fight without taking damageUse stealth and ranged attacks. Ambush weak enemies from high ground.
Shove OffKill an enemy by shoving themShove enemies off cliffs or into hazards. Works best in vertical areas.
Penny PincherDefeat a boss using only cantripsSave before a weak boss. Use only cantrips and basic attacks.
OutsourcingHave a companion land the killing blow on a bossWeaken a boss, then let your companion finish them.
Just a NibbleLet Astarion bite youAllow Astarion to feed on you during camp in Act 1.
Rude AwakeningWake up a sleeping enemyUse a melee attack on a sleeping target for critical damage.
Fetch QuestThrow a coin into the well in the Goblin CampFind the wishing well and toss a gold coin.

Exploration & Discovery

These achievements reward thorough exploration, secret discovery, and interacting with the world.

AchievementDescriptionStrategy
BookwormRead 100 different booksRead every book you find. Check libraries, camps, and merchant inventories.
Treasure HunterOpen 100 chests or containersLoot everything. This accumulates naturally over a playthrough.
TravellerVisit all regions on the mapFully explore all three acts including the Underdark and secret areas.
InterfectorComplete a ritual sacrificeComplete the Bhaal temple rituals in Act 3.
She Cannot Be CagedFree Shadowheart from her podFree her during the prologue rather than leaving her.
Hot DateGo on a date with KarlachProgress her romance to the Act 2 date scene.
Bedroll BruteDefeat an enemy using only camp suppliesThrow camp supply items at weak enemies until they die.
You Won't Like ItTransform into a werewolfGet bitten by a werewolf or use a specific potion in Act 3.
Opposites RepelKill two enemies with a single lightning boltLure enemies into water, then cast Lightning Bolt.
Crash LandingJump from the top rope in the Goblin CampClimb to the highest point and jump onto an enemy.

Challenge Achievements

These require specific playstyles, difficulty settings, or self-imposed restrictions.

AchievementDescriptionStrategy
No Rest for the WickedComplete the game without long restingExtremely difficult. Rely on short rests, healing potions, and Warlocks. Save constantly.
Under Lock and KeyComplete the game in Honour ModeHonour Mode has permadeath and a single save file. Plan builds carefully and avoid risky fights.
Fancy FootworkComplete the game in Tactician ModeTactician increases enemy HP and AI intelligence. Use optimized builds and full party synergy.
All's Well That Ends WellComplete the game with all companions aliveKeep companions at high approval and avoid choices that cause them to leave.
Jack-of-All-TradesMulticlass into every classCreate a character and dip 1 level into all 12 classes across a playthrough.
Devil's in the DetailsMake a deal with a devilAccept Raphael's deal in Act 2 or 3.
First BloodWin a fight before any enemy takes a turnUse surprise rounds and high-initiation builds like Gloomstalker Assassins.
Can't Win 'Em AllLose a fightSurrender or die intentionally in any combat.
LoopholeBreak a law and get away with itSteal in front of guards, then escape or persuade your way out.
Supply TeacherComplete the game without using camp suppliesNever use supplies for long rests. Use spells and potions for healing instead.
Warning: Honour Mode permadeath applies to the entire party. If your main character dies, the save is deleted. Keep resurrection scrolls and avoid risky encounters.

Companion & Romance Achievements

AchievementDescriptionStrategy
PerfumedRomance a companionComplete any companion romance arc.
Home Sweet HomeComplete a companion's personal questFinish any companion's full questline.
Mind BlownKiss your brains outRomance the Emperor (mind flayer) in Act 3.
Bear With MeRomance Halsin in bear formProgress Halsin's romance to the infamous bear scene.
Bound by OathBreak a paladin oathCommit an oath-breaking act as a Paladin, then become an Oathbreaker.
Repairing the WeaveComplete Gale's questHelp Gale resolve his Netherese orb condition.
First of His NameHelp Astarion ascendAllow Astarion to complete the vampire ascension ritual.
Free at LastHelp Astarion reject ascensionConvince Astarion to remain a spawn and kill Cazador.
She Cannot Be CagedFree Shadowheart from her podRescue her in the prologue.
Hot DateGo on a date with KarlachTrigger her Act 2 romance scene.

Honour Mode Tips

Honour Mode is the ultimate challenge in Baldur's Gate 3. Here are strategies to survive:

Tip: Play through the game once on Balanced or Tactician before attempting Honour Mode. Knowledge of enemy placements and quest solutions is your best defense.