I played BG2/ToB back years ago, but I never touched the first Baldur's Gate. I started playing NWN and the PW I was in was rebuilt from the Sword Coast area, complete with the Friendly Arms inn, Candlekeep, and Durlag's Tower. I loved the area, but always felt that I was missing something because I never experienced the first Baldur's Gate.
Since there's been a lack of quality RPGs with character story focus, I've went ahead and bought a copy of BG1, which should arrive in the next couple days. I've already installed BG2 and TOB, and they're modded. When I read about Tutu, it sounds great, as I'd like to start as a Wild Mage. Which brings me to my dilemma.
There's a copy of Tutu and EasyTutu. From the readme, it states EasyTutu should be the correct install, yet on clicking it, the readme states it hasn't been updated for over 3 years, which worries me. I've also seen a post or two saying certain mods are not compatible with EasyTutu, but are with Tutu.
So to make it simple so even I can understand, I have a few questions. To give an idea of mods I use, I've included a couple I use currently.
1) Should I install Tutu or EasyTutu? I've read the Tutu directions and it looks straightforward, but if Easy is better/updated/etc, I just assume use it. Which is better?
2) What are the core mods that are must-haves? (Eg. BG2 Fixpack, BG2 Tweaks, BG2 Questpack, Unfinished Business, etc), and what are some suggested optional mods? (Kelsey, Imoen Romance, Dungeon-B-Gone) mods?
Thanks for the help in advance, and kudos for PocketPlane for keeping BG2 alive and well!
--Ali