GamesRadar - Neverwinter Nights 2

Neverwinter Nights 2 Patched to 1.23: Module Autodownloader Added (News)

Jul 17, 2009

NWN2 has been patched to 1.23, which has finally added a multiplayer file auto-downloader, and many other in-game fixes.

Find the patch notes here:
http://nwn2patch.obsidian.net/files/beta/patch_Notes_v123_beta2.rtf

Atari's secret weapon - Neverwinter Nights (News)

Jun 9, 2009

Variety: A couple of weeks ago, we posted word that recent Atari acquisition Cryptic Studios was working on breathing life into several Atari legacy titles. Now we've got a few more details to share.

Sources tell us that the developer is working on a massively multiplayer online (MMO) version of "Neverwinter Nights" with an eyed 2011 release.

Details about the project are unavailable, naturally, as it is an unannounced title. But this reportedly was the primary reason Atari was interested in acquiring Cryptic late last year. (The developer is currently working on "Champions Online" and "Star Trek Online".)

Based on the third edition Dungeon and Dragons rules, "NWN" is a well-loved franchise. The first installment of the role-playing game was developed by fan-favorite Bioware in 2002. A sequel, developed by Obsidian Entertainment, came out in 2006 to slightly less favorable, but still solid, reviews.

Neverwinter Nights 2: Storm of Zehir Now on ATARI Store (News)

Dec 16, 2008

Electronic Theatre has received confirmation from ATARI that the second expansion to the much-loved Neverwinter Nights 2 PC game, Neverwinter Nights 2: Storm of Zehir, is now available for download at the UK ATARI Store for just £19.99...

New Neverwinter Nights expansion pack confirmed (News)

Jun 10, 2008

Obsidian Entertainment is working on a new expansion pack for Neverwinter Nights 2, tentatively titled Storm of the Zehir.

According to the Neverwinter Nights Vault, the game will be set after the defeat of the King of Shadows in the original campaign.

It's promised that the game will be non-linear in a way never before seen in the NWN series. Players can form their own party of adventurers instead of being grouped with NPCs ...

Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate Hands-on (News)

May 15, 2008

It starts with your ship arriving at Westgate. The first mate wakes you up to tell you that they're approaching the harbor. After a brief exchange of dialog, he stops talking, no matter what you say. He stands there strangely silent and unresponsive. A couple of winged demons appear and the first mate's eyes go red and menacing. Something is terribly wrong. And then you wake up for real. An unassuming cloth mask you've found had "turned sleep into sweat-filled torture."

Neverwinter Nights 2 v1.12 Patch (News)

Mar 22, 2008

Obsidian has released the version 1.12 patch for your Neverwinter Nights 2 downloading pleasure.

Atari Logs On to Steam (News)

Mar 12, 2008

Starting today, gamers in North America may add the following Atari titles to their Steam games library:

- Act of War: Direct Action
- Act of War: High Treason
- ArmA: Combat Operations
- Atari 80 Classics in 1
- Death to Spies
- Desperados 2: Cooper's Revenge
- Indigo Prophecy
- RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Platinum
- Tycoon City: New York

In the coming weeks, The Witcher, Neverwinter Nights 2 and the expansion pack NeverWinter Nights 2: Mask of the Betrayer will also be added to Atari's Steam lineup.

Neverwinter Nights 2 Goes Gold for Mac (News)

Feb 19, 2008

Gamershell writes:

"Neverwinter Nights 2 for Mac, developed by Aspyr Studios, has reached Gold status and will begin shipping to retail stores in North America next week, Aspyr Media announced. Licensed from Atari, Neverwinter Nights 2 is set in the fantasy world of the Forgotten Realms, one of the popular campaign settings of Dungeons and Dragons."

Atari reveals new titles for coming year (News)

Feb 13, 2008

VideoGamer.com reports that Atari's quarter three financial results have revealed a number of new titles currently lined-up for release in the publishers coming fiscal year (ending March 31, 2009):

"The biggest is one we already know about, Alone in the Dark, which should release in May for Xbox 360, PC, PS2 and Wii. A PS3 version is to follow at a later date. Alone in the Dark is to be joined in the summer by PC, Xbox 360 and PS3 FPS Legendary.

New to our knowledge is Airborne Rangers for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC. There's no info, but it could be a new game based on a game of the same name released in the late 80s by MicroProse. It saw players taking on the role of a sole airborne ranger and infiltrating enemy territory to complete objectives."

NWN2 gets downloadable add-on (News)

Oct 22, 2007

Atari has said that the first downloadable Adventure Pack for Neverwinter Nights 2 will be out before the end of the year. It is called Mysteries of Westgate and is being created by Ossian Studios - the developer responsible for acclaimed NWN1 module Darkness over Daggerford.

The story is based around an ancient treasure that falls into your hands; one that will eventually lead you into a city-spanning war where you will have to decide which side to join.

Atari Lifts The Mask On Neverwinter Nights 2 Expansion News (News)

Jul 31, 2007

Atari has today released further details on the upcoming expansion to 2006's Neverwinter Nights 2, Mask of the Betrayer. Set in the aftermath of the player's climactic battle against the King of the Shadows at the end of Neverwinter Nights 2, the expansion follows the character as they struggle against a 'dark hunger' from within their soul.

Expanding the landscape of Dungeons & Dragons' Forgotten Realms, taking in the Astral and Shadow Planes, and a Wizarding Academy, Mask of the Betrayer is set to deliver a whole new Campaign of over thirty hours of gameplay, improved visuals, new character feats, and over fifty new spells.

Neverwinter Nights 2 expansion first pics (News)

Apr 12, 2007

Neverwinter Nights 2 developer Obsidian Entertainment is working on an expansion for the RPG sequel. Titled Mask of the Betrayer, the expansion is due out toward the end of the year and features a new campaign taking adventurers back to the Forgotten Realms universe. The storyline kicks off shortly after the events portrayed in NWN 2 and finds players embarking on "an epic adventure that reveals his true destiny," publisher Atari has said. Accompanying the new campaign is a feast of additional ...

NWN2 expansion revealed (News)

Apr 12, 2007

Atari has revealed a new expansion pack for Neverwinter Nights 2 that will be available this autumn Eurogamer reveals.

Mask of the Betrayer will follow on from the climatic battle against the King of Shadows in the original campaign, and see you wake up deep below the earth's surface surrounded by swarms of evil spirits. It's here in harsh Rashemen that you'll seek out your true destiny.

How to create a quest in Neverwinter Nights 2 (Feature)

Feb 22, 2007

So youve traversed the lands of Faerun and defeated the evil tempting the North. Fair enough, but why dont you try your mod skills by creating your own quest. We know, it sounds pretty crazy but its slightly less nerdy than playing with your action figures. And it also gives you experience in level-design, which could be your gateway to a career. Doesnt that sound cool? All it takes is some patience and tons of Mountain ...

Holiday Buyer's Guide 2006 - PC (Feature)

Dec 5, 2006

Every year is a good year for the PC. Computer gamers needn't worry about console launches, system shortages or a dearth of quality titles. They customize their own systems, they upgrade whenever they want or need to, and they get to play practically every game in some form. Usually with the best possible graphics. Last-gen, current-gen, next-gen... the PC is always in the cutting-edge generation. Although this technological freedom translates into a variety and depth of games limited only by ...

Neverwinter Nights 2 - trailer 12-01-06 (Video)

Dec 1, 2006

A complete engine overhaul, updated graphics, plus full solar and lunar cycles. Pack those silver arrows during a full moon.

Neverwinter Nights 2 (Review)

Nov 1, 2006

The original Neverwinter Nights is held aloft as the best translation of the beloved Dungeons and Dragons tabletop role-playing experience of all time. And not necessarily for the core game, either - but for the dungeon-building tools that came alongside the original adventure. In true D&D fashion, would-be Dungeon Masters everywhere used that opportunity to modify the existing content or create all-new "modules" of their own. This continual stream of fresh content has kept Neverwinter alive to ...

Neverwinter Nights 2 (Screenshots)

Nov 1, 2006

Neverwinter Nights 2 to include D&D Online trial (News)

Oct 30, 2006

In an attempt to attract the RPG gamer to the world of the MMO, Atari will be including a code for a seven day trial of Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach with all European retail copies of Neverwinter Nights 2. The trial will also allow players to experience the new module, The Demon Sands.

Neverwinter Nights 2 Delayed to Oct 31st. (News)

Sep 19, 2006

Nwvault have official word that Neverwinter Nights 2 has been delayed to Halloween, October 31st, 2006.

Neverwinter Nights 2 Toolset Available Exclusively as Part of Atari's Pre-Order Campaign With Select Retailers (News)

Sep 11, 2006

Atari, Inc. ATAR, one of the world's most recognized brands and leading third-party video game publisher, today announced that the Company will support a pre-order campaign for Neverwinter Nights(TM) 2 with GameStop and Best Buy. In development by Obsidian Entertainment, the highly-anticipated Neverwinter Nights 2 is set in the DUNGEONS & DRAGONS(R) Forgotten Realms(R) universe created by Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. HAS, and will transport players back to the embattled city of Neverwinter. DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is under license from the Hasbro Properties Group, the intellectual property development arm of Hasbro. The pre-order offer is available now and will give participating gamers exclusive access to the Neverwinter Nights 2 toolset one month before the game is available. Additionally, the pre-order offer will include The Merchant's Friend, a special feature enabling players to obtain powerful items crafted especially for each of the 12 classes.

Neverwinter Nights 2 (Preview)

Aug 22, 2006

Wednesday 16 August 2006 Promising a huge, story-intensive quest, endless battles and tools to customize it however you like, Neverwinter Nights 2 looks to have everything an RPG fan could want. We don't know yet how it plays, but we recently got another, deeper look at the game's pieces. And don't let the oddly boring, publisher-issued images fool you - Neverwinter Nights 2 looks incredible. The character creation system will initially offer 12 classes (fighter, cleric, ranger, etc.), plus 17 ...

Neverwinter Nights 2 - latest details (Preview)

Aug 15, 2006

Promising a huge, story-intensive quest, endless battles and tools to customize it however you like, Neverwinter Nights 2 looks to have everything an RPG fan could want. We don't know yet how it plays, but we recently got another, deeper look at the game's pieces. And don't let the oddly boring, publisher-issue Images and Movies fool you - Neverwinter Nights 2 looks incredible. We've already covered some of the basics of this Dungeons & Dragons -themed RPG. Now, we've explored the ...

Neverwinter Nights 2 - gameplay 2 (Video)

Aug 15, 2006

A complete engine overhaul, updated graphics, plus full solar and lunar cycles. Pack those silver arrows during a full moon.

Neverwinter Nights 2 Delayed Until Late October (News)

Jul 18, 2006

Obsidian Entertainment PR representative Brandon Smith : "Given the sheer size and scope of Neverwinter Nights 2 and its 50 to 60-hour single player campaign, it was decided to move the global release date of Neverwinter Nights 2 out a month to late October. This extra time is invaluable as it allows fine tuning and polishing of both the single and multiplayer experiences to ultimately deliver a game that exceeds the tremendous expectations of the Neverwinter Nights fanbase."

Neverwinter Nights 2 updated impressions (Preview)

May 16, 2006

It's no small task to create a sequel to a massively popular, jaw-droppingly detailed, brilliantly designed, only slightly less than perfectly executed role-playing game like the original Neverwinter Nights. Luckily, this game's developers look well up to the task. Basing its game system on the latest Dungeons & Dragons rules (version 3.5), Neverwinter Nights 2 expands on the original in some ways, while streamlining it in ...

Neverwinter Nights sequel in motion (News)

May 9, 2006

• Neverwinter Nights 2 (WMV, 6.62MB) - right-click to download Tuesday 9 May 2006 Atari has released a new trailer of the much anticipated PC role-playing game sequel Neverwinter Nights 2, which is due for release in September. Rather than showing in-game action, though, it features a dynamic confrontation between two D 'n' D characters, designed to whet the appetite for this epic RPG. The long awaited sequel promises a deeper storyline, greater character development and better graphics ...

Neverwinter Nights 2 - trailer (Video)

May 9, 2006

A complete engine overhaul, updated graphics, plus full solar and lunar cycles. Pack those silver arrows during a full moon.

Neverwinter Nights 2 (News)

Apr 13, 2006

For players who like their role-playing games Dungeons & Dragons flavored, Neverwinter Nights was an answer to prayers. However, it's been quiet for a long time in the city of Neverwinter ... too long. But yesterday a rumor of a September 2006 ship date for the sequel, Neverwinter Nights 2 was dropped in the Neverwinter Nights forums, and today that rumor was confirmed, along with the announcement of the official web site at ...

Neverwinter Nights 2 (Preview)

Feb 23, 2006

The perfect role-playing game? For legions of fans, thats an easy one: the original Neverwinter Nights. The best Dungeons & Dragons-based game yet, Neverwinters dense single-player campaign marked an achievement in gripping, dramatic story development. And when you were finished with the basic story, you could create your own adventure with the robust custom-campaign generator. This became the hallmark of the franchise, and led to an avalanche of freely downloadable, fan-created content. The ...

A Guide to Prestige Classes (FAQ)

Jan 28, 2009