This page is for the 2002 game. For its enhanced edition, see Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition. For the 1991 game, see Neverwinter Nights (1991). For the 2013 game, see Neverwinter.
Warnings
- The Mac OS X version of this game does not work on Mac OS X Lion (version 10.7) or later due to the removal of support for PowerPC apps.
- GameSpy online services have been shut down (see Network for solutions).
Key points
- Premium Modules from the BioWare Store require an internet connection at launch[2], however the authentication server has been shut down as of 2011; Use Premium Module Offline Authenticator Generator. Diamond Edition and Enhanced Edition modules do not require this.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
- A free demo is available from Archive.org.
Version differences
- The Gold Edition includes the base game and the Shadows of Undrentide expansion.
- The Platinum Edition includes the base game, Shadows of Undrentide, and Hordes of the Underdark.
- The Diamond Edition includes the base game, Shadows of Undrentide, Hordes of the Underdark, and Kingmaker.
- No retail or digital releases included premium modules by default.
- The Linux version was not released in a boxed format.
Monetization
DLC and expansion packs
- Premium Modules were previously only available through the BioWare Store (excluding Kingmaker, Shadowguard and Witch's Wake).
- BioWare Store DLC is not available on OS X.
Name |
Notes |
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Shadows of Undrentide |
Expansion (Included in Gold, Platinum and Diamond Editions). |
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Hordes of the Underdark |
Expansion (Included in Platinum and Diamond Editions). |
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Kingmaker |
Premium Module (Included in Diamond Edition). |
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Shadowguard |
Premium Module (Included in Diamond Edition). |
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Witch's Wake |
Premium Module (Included in Diamond Edition). |
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Pirates of the Sword Coast |
Premium Module (Only available as DLC for the Enhanced Edition). |
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Infinite Dungeons |
Premium Module (Only available as DLC for the Enhanced Edition). |
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Wyvern Crown of Cormyr |
Premium Module (Only available as DLC for the Enhanced Edition). |
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Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Edit nwn.ini[3]
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- Go to the installation folder.
- Open
nwn.ini .
- Go to
[Display Options]
- Add the line
Disable Intro Movies=1
- Save the changes and close the file.
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Patches
NWN Critical Rebuild 1.69
- NWN Critical Rebuild 1.69 updates the game to the latest version.
- The GOG.com version indicates it is patched to 1.69 but often has issues which the actual 1.69 Critical Rebuild will fix.[citation needed]
- The NWN Community Patch is a collection of miscellaneous tweaks/fixes/adjustments above and beyond the official 1.69 patch. It mainly aims to fix various small mistakes that persist in the game even past the final official patch, so it can be suggested (though isn't absolutely necessary) for anyone. Many of the fixes work on their own with the base game, and as such do not require any additional modules/addons to see a benefit, though there are many usability adjustments that help with extended modules.
- The Community Enhancement Pack adds a wide variety of new items, clothing, and features, such as rideable creatures. Note that these are mostly used for building new modules/content, or used in conjunction with downloaded fan-made modules that require this content. As such, there is little if any reason to download and install this pack if you aren't interested in expanded modules.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
System |
Native |
Notes |
GOG Galaxy |
|
Not natively implemented; see here if save files disappear.[4] |
Video
- Running the game in windowed mode may make the game work significantly better.
Windowed[citation needed]
|
- Open
nwn.ini in the installation folder.
- Set
FullScreen to 0
- Make a new line and enter
AllowWindowedMode=1
- Save the changes and close the file.
Notes
- Toggling windowed mode with Alt+↵ Enter may crash the game or cause other strange results.
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Input
Audio
Audio feature |
State |
Notes |
Separate volume controls |
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Sound Effects, Voices and Music. |
Surround sound |
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Up to 7.1. DirectSound 3D restoration software may be necessary to prevent stuttering.[7] |
Subtitles |
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Closed captions |
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Mute on focus lost |
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EAX support |
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A3D 1.0 and 2.0. EAX 1 - 3.[8][9] |
Royalty free audio |
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Localizations
Network
- Online play requires a CD key; for the GOG.com version see Multiplayer on the GOG.com version.
Multiplayer types
Connection types
The GameSpy master server is offline.[10]
Alternatives:
Servers can also be connected to manually using the Direct Connect button. These websites list public servers:[12]
VR support
3D modes |
State |
Notes |
vorpX |
| G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Issues fixed
Crash on start
- Try the following if the game won't start for some reason, or crashes shortly afterwards.
Run nwnmain.exe as administrator[13]
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Multiplayer with the GOG.com version
- As of the December 2, 2016 update, the GOG.com version includes the CD Key Changer Tool.
Use SerialTool.exe[15]
|
- Go to the installation folder.
- Open
SerialTool.exe .
- Follow the steps to replace the default product keys with the unique ones listed on the My Account page.
- Run the "premium modules re-installer" from the My Games bonus content to restore access to the premium modules.
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Videos do not play, or only sound is played
Issues with dual-core or multi-core processors
Set core affinity[18]
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- Open
nwnplayer.ini in <path-to-game> in a text editor.
- Locate
Client CPU Affinity and change the value to 1 (or whatever other number determined to give the best performance on a given system).
- If a problem with stuttering audio when playing video cutscenes appears, it can be resolved by setting the "CPU affinity" to "All cores". To do so, set the
Client CPU Affinity value to -2
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Nvidia-specific issues
- There may be an issue rendering cloaks and bowstrings that causes low frame rates.
Edit nwnplayer.ini[citation needed]
|
- Open
nwnplayer.ini in <path-to-game> in a text editor.
- Find
Visible Cloaks and change the value 0 .
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AMD/ATI-specific issues
Edit nwnplayer.ini[citation needed]
|
- Disabling/turning down the Catalyst AI in the Catalyst Control Panel's 3D settings may increase performance.
- In the newer VISION Engine Control Center, this can be accomplished in the advanced view by creating a new profile for
nwmain.exe under Gaming - 3D Application Settings.
- Under Texture Filtering, set "Texture Filtering Quality" to "Performance" and "Surface Format Optimization" to "Off."
- This may make the character disappear, which is fixed by going to the in-game video options and disabling "Environment Mapping on Creatures".
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Other general performance issues
Disable "Shiny Water" from the in-game video settings[citation needed]
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Reduce dynamic lighting setting from the in-game video settings[citation needed]
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Set the process priority of nwnmain.exe in the Task Manager to at least Above Normal.[citation needed]
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Can no download Premium Modules
- The original BioWare Store has been shut down. Previous owners can still download the Premium Modules manually.[19]
- Use the zip links for Linux; either will work for Windows.[2]
Direct links=
If above links fail, use the mirrors at NeverwinterVault.org.
Other information
API
Technical specs |
Supported |
Notes |
OpenGL |
1.2, 1.4 with fancy water. |
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Executable | PPC |
32-bit |
64-bit |
Notes |
Windows | |
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macOS (OS X) | | |
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PowerPC only.[20] |
Linux | | |
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Middleware
|
Middleware |
Notes |
Multiplayer |
GameSpy |
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System requirements
Windows |
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Minimum |
Recommended |
Operating system (OS) |
98, ME, 2000 SP2, XP | |
Processor (CPU) |
Intel Pentium II 450 MHz AMD K6 450 MHz |
Intel Pentium III 800 MHz AMD K6 800 MHz |
System memory (RAM) |
96 MB (98, ME), 128 MB (2000, XP) |
128 MB (98, ME), 256 MB (2000, XP) |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
1.2 GB |
2 GB |
Video card (GPU) |
TNT2-class 16 MB of VRAM OpenGL 1.2 compatible DirectX 8.1 compatible
| Nvidia GeForce 2 ATI Radeon |
Notes
References