BG1 vs. BG2 Which is better and why?, What do you think? Options

[Baronius]

So which do you like better, Baldur's Gate (with or without TotSC) or Shadows of Amn (ToB)? Tell it here in any size.

[Galactygon]

I like BG1 much better than BG2, from a gamer's perspective. The medium-low level parties and the classic feel is much better done in the first game. Not mentioning the fact there is more than just a main plot line plus a major sidequest or two.

I don't really like the massive amount of cheese in BG2, especially in the Throne of Blood expansion, the shortcomings mentioned above in the last few posts, as well as the epic part would more suitable in a Planescape setting. They have only included 2 mini-planes. While medium and low level gameplaying usually takes place in the prime material plane, epic level gameplay involves mostly events taking place on different planes that might even involve the dieties themselves (despite you cannot fight against a diety on their home plane).

From a modder's perspective, Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn is more superb, because the amount of modifications you can make to the game. Almost anything is possible, using a few mod tools and your wits.

That's my view of the 2 games compared.

-Galactygon