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role-playing video game
Neverwinter Nights 2
By Obsidian Entertainment, released 1 Jan 2006
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- Mac operating system
What it is
Neverwinter Nights 2 is a role-playing game from Obsidian Entertainment, released in 2006 and published by Atari. Its Platinum edition includes the base game and two expansions: Mask of the Betrayer and Storm of Zehir. The adventure takes place in the Forgotten Realms, where choices, companions, and stronghold building affect its course. The listed content also describes a party-based journey through Chult, a hostile jungle nation, and an overland map for exploring the Sword Coast. Players can use spells, feats, and prestige classes based on Dungeons & Dragons 3.5 Edition rules. The game supports single-player and multiplayer, and includes a toolset for creating and hosting solo or multiplayer adventures. It is listed for Windows and macOS, while its Steam listing specifies Windows. The Steam release date is December 27, 2010; the listed Metacritic score is 82.
What players like, and what they don't
- Platinum edition includes two expansions
- Supports single-player and multiplayer
- Toolset for creating and hosting adventures
- Choices affect the adventure
- Steam listing specifies Windows
- Mac operating system is listed alongside macOS
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a party-based fantasy role-playing adventure with choices and companion characters. The included toolset also suits players who want to create and host custom adventures.
Neverwinter Nights 2 combines a story-driven fantasy adventure with multiplayer and tools for making adventures. The Platinum edition adds two official expansions to the base game.
