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A good story can save a poor battle-system, but rarely can a good battle-system save a poor story.
Take, for instance, Icewind Dale (& IWDII). Both are very similar to BG (same engine, close game system), but have little story & character development to speak of. They're OK, but don't compare to the popularity or re-playability of BG.
At the other end of the spectrum, is... well... Lords of Magic, maybe? Anyone played that? Almost zilch storywise, but a fun battle-system. Heroes of Might & Magic is another with little story but good battle-system, but I can't say I enjoy it near as much as BG.
- Imrahil
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