Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition

Beamdog

Rank: #2 / 6
Released: 2018
Studio: Beamdog
Genre: role-playing video game

At a glance

Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition is a Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game from Beamdog that brings the content of Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition together with enhancements. Its display elements adjust to the selected resolution, including 1080p and 4K, and graphics options include pixel shaders and post-processing effects. It supports save games, modules, and mods from the original game. Its rebuilt multiplayer system supports finding online persistent worlds and playing with friends. The edition also includes improvements for the toolset, plus shaders, filters, texture maps, and a new material system for creators. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, PvP, co-op, achievements, trading cards, Steam Workshop, and a level editor. It is listed for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The game is an RPG, and its description highlights the included adventures and tools for creating content.

Who it is for

It suits players interested in Dungeons & Dragons role-playing, including those who want multiplayer or community-created content. Its mod compatibility and toolset improvements may also suit creators who build modules.

What is good

Supports original save games, modules, and mods.
Rebuilt multiplayer supports online persistent worlds.
Includes Steam Workshop and a level editor.
Listed for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

What to know first

No drawbacks are stated in the listed facts.

Verdict

Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition combines the Diamond Edition content with display, graphics, multiplayer, and toolset changes. Its stated compatibility with original saves, modules, and mods is relevant to returning players and creators.