Difference between revisions of "Neverwinter Nights"
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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|MacSoft|OS X}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|MacSoft|OS X}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sega|Retail (Japan)}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sega|Retail (Japan)}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sold Out Software|Retail re-release}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|Aurora}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Aurora}} | ||
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|steam appid = | |steam appid = | ||
|gogcom id = 1207658890 | |gogcom id = 1207658890 | ||
| + | |official site= https://web.archive.org/web/20020523142620/http://nwn.bioware.com/ | ||
|hltb = 6515 | |hltb = 6515 | ||
|lutris = neverwinter-nights | |lutris = neverwinter-nights | ||
|strategywiki = Neverwinter Nights | |strategywiki = Neverwinter Nights | ||
| − | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 6771 |
|wikipedia = Neverwinter Nights | |wikipedia = Neverwinter Nights | ||
|winehq = 870 | |winehq = 870 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | + | {{Introduction | |
| − | {{ | + | |introduction = |
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| + | |release history = Premium Modules from the BioWare Store required an Internet connection at launch<ref name="premium">[http://www.quartertothree.com/game-talk/showthread.php?19519-Neverwinter-Nights-premium-modules-net-connection-required Neverwinter Nights premium modules--net connection required?]</ref>, however the authentication server has been shut down as of 2011; Use [https://neverwintervault.org/project/nwn1/other/tool/premium-module-offline-authenticator-generator Premium Module Offline Authenticator Generator]. Diamond Edition and Enhanced Edition modules do not require this. | ||
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| + | |current state = | ||
| + | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{GOG.com links|1207658890|neverwinter_nights_series|for game series}} | {{GOG.com links|1207658890|neverwinter_nights_series|for game series}} | ||
| + | {{ii}} [https://lilura1.blogspot.com/p/neverwinter-nights-aurora-engine.html Blog about enhancements, modules, patches] | ||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|4}}. | | Windows, OS X }} | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|4}}.<br>Patch 1.66 removes the DRM. | | Windows, OS X }} |
| − | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | neverwinter_nights_enhanced_edition_pack | DRM-free, key | Diamond Edition; bundled with [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition]]. Serial keys for multiplayer are shown in the game library entry; requires manual input via | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | neverwinter_nights_enhanced_edition_pack | DRM-free, key | Diamond Edition; bundled with [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition]]. Serial keys for multiplayer are shown in the game library entry; requires manual input via {{file|SerialTool.exe}}. | | Windows }} |
}} | }} | ||
{{++}} A free demo is available from [https://archive.org/details/Neverwinternights001 Archive.org]. | {{++}} A free demo is available from [https://archive.org/details/Neverwinternights001 Archive.org]. | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description=Edit nwn.ini|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit nwn.ini|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/nwn_bug_cant_skip_intro/post2|title=NWN bug - Can't skip intro, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
| − | # Open | + | # Open {{file|nwn.ini}}. |
# Go to <code>[Display Options]</code> | # Go to <code>[Display Options]</code> | ||
# Add the line <code>Disable Intro Movies=1</code> | # Add the line <code>Disable Intro Movies=1</code> | ||
| − | # Save | + | # Save the changes and close the file. |
}} | }} | ||
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|epic games launcher notes = | |epic games launcher notes = | ||
|gog galaxy = true | |gog galaxy = true | ||
| − | |gog galaxy notes = Not natively implemented; see [https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/disappearing_save_files/post2 here] if save files disappear.<ref> | + | |gog galaxy notes = Not natively implemented; see [https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/disappearing_save_files/post2 here] if save files disappear.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/all_progress_lost_wtf|title=All progress lost WTF?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|origin = | |origin = | ||
|origin notes = | |origin notes = | ||
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|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
|ultrawidescreen = true | |ultrawidescreen = true | ||
| − | |ultrawidescreen notes = <ref> | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/ultrawidemasterrace/comments/5g142p/neverwinter_nights_2002_supports_219_and_is/|title=Neverwinter Nights (2002) supports 21:9 - and is currently free on GoG : ultrawidemasterrace|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|4k ultra hd = false | |4k ultra hd = false | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = UI designed for 800x600 and does not scale, rendering game essentially unplayable. UI Scaling for 4k is available in the [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition|Enhanced Edition]] | |4k ultra hd notes = UI designed for 800x600 and does not scale, rendering game essentially unplayable. UI Scaling for 4k is available in the [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition|Enhanced Edition]] | ||
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|windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | |windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | ||
|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
| − | |borderless windowed notes = AutoHotkey method reported working.<ref> | + | |borderless windowed notes = AutoHotkey method reported working.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.escapefromundeath.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63868|title=Windowed Borderless Fullscreen NWN - Escape from Uncertainty: Revelations Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|anisotropic = true | |anisotropic = true | ||
|anisotropic notes = Default amount is 4x, higher levels can be forced through nvidia/amd control panel. | |anisotropic notes = Default amount is 4x, higher levels can be forced through nvidia/amd control panel. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Windowed|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Windowed|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | ||
| − | # Open | + | # Open {{file|nwn.ini}} in the installation folder. |
# Set <code>FullScreen</code> to <code>0</code> | # Set <code>FullScreen</code> to <code>0</code> | ||
# Make a new line and enter <code>AllowWindowedMode=1</code> | # Make a new line and enter <code>AllowWindowedMode=1</code> | ||
| − | # Save | + | # Save the changes and close the file. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
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|separate volume notes = Sound Effects, Voices and Music. | |separate volume notes = Sound Effects, Voices and Music. | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
| − | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.1. [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound 3D restoration software]] may be necessary to prevent stuttering.<ref> | + | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.1. [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound 3D restoration software]] may be necessary to prevent stuttering.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/neverwinter_nights_and_corsair_void_rgb_usb_71_headset/post3|title=Neverwinter Nights and Corsair VOID RGB USB 7.1 headset, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
| − | |eax support notes = A3D 1.0 and 2.0. EAX 1 - 3.<ref>[http://forum.ixbt.com/topic.cgi?id=12:26952-2#33 EAX 3.0 vs A3D 2.0 в плане позиционирования звуков - Конференция iXBT.com]</ref><ref> | + | |eax support notes = A3D 1.0 and 2.0. EAX 1 - 3.<ref>[http://forum.ixbt.com/topic.cgi?id=12:26952-2#33 EAX 3.0 vs A3D 2.0 в плане позиционирования звуков - Конференция iXBT.com]</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20021206225939/http://eax.creative.com/gaming/nvn.asp|title=EAX Featured Game: Neverwinter Nights - EAX.CREATIVE.COM|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|royalty free audio = always on | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
|royalty free audio notes = | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
| − | |language = | + | |language = Russian |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
| − | |notes = | + | |notes = [https://neverwintervault.org/project/nwn1/other/patch/community-patch-project Included in Community Patch Project] |
| − | |fan = | + | |fan = true |
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
| − | |language = | + | |language = Spanish |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
| − | |notes = [https:// | + | |notes = Fan translations by ''Clan Dlan'': |
| + | * Patch 1.69, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GsL77buy-sV1vdo1YRkJgyahp6yxOo5q/view?usp=drive_link download] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20200723185201/http://academia.clandlan.net/?page=academia/view&id=290&title=Parche_Neverwinter_Nights_v1.69_espanol More info]); | ||
| + | * Module "Eye of Beholder", [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SwekhpFpmDHmLPEQHFsKvcffKqBUsWK2/view?usp=drive_link download] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20200723183324/http://academia.clandlan.net/?page=academia/view&id=426&title=Traduccion_Modulo_Eye_of_the_Beholder_para_NWN1 More info]); | ||
| + | * Official mods: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AHoIYKTzQJ9g1xr_8IwYADtBiRDxfIhY/view?usp=drive_link Ajedrez], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lC2y4LuS59czcTnRyVGQyMNKiNdQH1Du/view?usp=drive_link Catapultas], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wU7bbk-O23S3fX_vaBQdtUCWBPG0zub1/view?usp=drive_link Magos de Guerra], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WyufP24194M0xlkyjSmVLJ1Wujl0bys9/view?usp=drive_link Los Vientos de Eremor], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OEOEB9Nsy0FaZt7EW626XlLSJoG43Lh4/view?usp=drive_link Batalla Naval], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W23VPaJ48yFBQDGFvnB8yBA9pyBHZsf7/view?usp=drive_link Competición de Campeones], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/12mk82nby-fln9LIXx4nlOKg9lXwoQXK7/view?usp=drive_link El Tesoro del Explorador Oscuro]; | ||
| + | * Other Mods: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L0RECVpqNbII_Ue0HaVa8ys8O_PzD8eO/view?usp=drive_link NeverEnding Quest], [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GSx-iSCMKoRb-JsYvYIrwQFdqlf5IFrT/view?usp=drive_link Fellowship of The Ring]. | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|self-hosting notes = | |self-hosting notes = | ||
|direct ip = true | |direct ip = true | ||
| − | |direct ip notes = Use Direct Connect button or <code>+connect</code> and <code>+password</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameters]].<ref> | + | |direct ip notes = Use Direct Connect button or <code>+connect</code> and <code>+password</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameters]].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://nwn.fandom.com/wiki/Direct_connect|title=Direct connect - NWNWiki, the Neverwinter Nights Wiki - your guide to the game of NWN|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
}}{{Network/Ports | }}{{Network/Ports | ||
|tcp = | |tcp = | ||
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Alternatives: | Alternatives: | ||
* [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition|Enhanced Edition]] has a updated multiplayer master server. | * [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition|Enhanced Edition]] has a updated multiplayer master server. | ||
| − | Servers can also be connected to manually using the Direct Connect button. These websites list public servers:<ref> | + | Servers can also be connected to manually using the Direct Connect button. These websites list public servers:<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/discontinued_gamespy_support_information_and_a_unified_list_for_alternatives_to_the_master_server_l|title=Discontinued Gamespy support information, and a unified list for alternatives to the master server list - Forum - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
* [https://nwnlist.herokuapp.com NWNList Scry] (choose NWN1 at the top of the page) | * [https://nwnlist.herokuapp.com NWNList Scry] (choose NWN1 at the top of the page) | ||
* [http://nwnserverlists.boards.net Neverwinter Nights Server Lists Forum] | * [http://nwnserverlists.boards.net Neverwinter Nights Server Lists Forum] | ||
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{{ii}} Try the following if the game won't start for some reason, or crashes shortly afterwards. | {{ii}} Try the following if the game won't start for some reason, or crashes shortly afterwards. | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run {{file|nwnmain.exe}} as administrator|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150619090404/http://www.gamebanshee.com/forums/?f=12&t=106095&rb_v=viewtopic NWN Won't start - GameBanshee Forums] (retrieved)</ref>|fix= |
| − | + | }} | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run {{file|nwnmain.exe}} with the <code> +TestNewModule "123456"</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]].|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150619090404/http://www.gamebanshee.com/forums/?f=12&t=106095&rb_v=viewtopic NWN Won't start - GameBanshee Forums] (retrieved)</ref>|fix= | |
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ===Multiplayer | + | ===Multiplayer with the GOG.com version=== |
| − | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} As of the December 2, 2016 update, the GOG.com version includes the CD Key Changer Tool. |
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{{Fixbox|description=Use SerialTool.exe|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Garrett|date=December 13, 2016|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use SerialTool.exe|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Garrett|date=December 13, 2016|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===Videos do not play, or only sound is played=== |
| − | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit nwn.ini|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/campaign_videos_cutscenes_not_playing_right/page1|title=Campaign videos / cutscenes not playing right - GOG.com Forum|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/does_anybody_have_the_updated_binkw32dll_file|title=Does anybody have the updated binkw32.dll file? - GOG.com Forum|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | |
| + | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
| + | # Open {{file|nwn.ini}}. | ||
| + | # Change <code>SafeMovie=0</code> to <code>SafeMovie=1</code>. | ||
| + | # If that does not work on ATI cards, rename {{file|binkw32.dll}} to {{file|binkw32_ati.dll}} and download [https://www.mediafire.com/?tynjyz3ywhw this dll replacement]. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===Issues with dual-core or multi-core processors=== |
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set core affinity|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/neverwinter_nights_series/how_do_i_set_default_cpu_affinity_to_all|title=How do I set default CPU Affinity to "All"? - GOG.com Forum|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
| − | # | + | # Open {{file|nwnplayer.ini}} in {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}} in a text editor. |
| − | + | # Locate <code>Client CPU Affinity</code> and change the value to <code>1</code> (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 <code>Client CPU Affinity</code> value to <code>-2</code> | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===Nvidia-specific issues=== |
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{ii}} There may be an issue rendering cloaks and bowstrings that causes low frame rates. |
| − | # | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit nwnplayer.ini|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
| − | + | # Open {{file|nwnplayer.ini}} in {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}} in a text editor. | |
| − | # | + | # Find <code>Visible Cloaks</code> and change the value <code>0</code>. |
| − | |||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===AMD/ATI-specific issues=== |
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit nwnplayer.ini|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
| − | + | {{ii}} 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 {{file|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". |
}} | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===Other general performance issues=== |
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable "Shiny Water" from the in-game video settings|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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}} | }} | ||
| − | + | {{Fixbox|description=Reduce dynamic lighting setting from the in-game video settings|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | |
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set the process priority of {{file|nwnmain.exe}} in the [[Task Manager]] to at least Above Normal.|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | |
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ===Can | + | ===Can no download Premium Modules=== |
{{ii}} The original BioWare Store has been shut down. Previous owners can still download the Premium Modules manually.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150110223037/http://forum.bioware.com/topic/139154-unofficial-links-to-redownload-previously-purchased-premium-modules/ UNOFFICIAL links to redownload previously-purchased Premium modules: - General Discussion - The BioWare Forum] (retrieved)</ref> | {{ii}} The original BioWare Store has been shut down. Previous owners can still download the Premium Modules manually.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150110223037/http://forum.bioware.com/topic/139154-unofficial-links-to-redownload-previously-purchased-premium-modules/ UNOFFICIAL links to redownload previously-purchased Premium modules: - General Discussion - The BioWare Forum] (retrieved)</ref> | ||
| − | {{ii}} Use the | + | {{ii}} Use the zip links for Linux; either will work for Windows.<ref name=premium/> |
| − | + | ====Direct links==== | |
* Kingmaker ([http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/Kingmaker_Installer.exe installer], [http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/Kingmaker.zip Zip]) | * Kingmaker ([http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/Kingmaker_Installer.exe installer], [http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/Kingmaker.zip Zip]) | ||
* ShadowGuard plus Witch's Wake ([http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/ShadowGuardPlusWitchsWake_Installer.exe installer], [http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/ShadowGuardPlusWitchsWake.zip Zip]) | * ShadowGuard plus Witch's Wake ([http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/ShadowGuardPlusWitchsWake_Installer.exe installer], [http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/ShadowGuardPlusWitchsWake.zip Zip]) | ||
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* Wyvern Crown of Cormyr ([http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/WyvernCrown_Installer.exe installer], [http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/WyvernCrown.zip Zip]) | * Wyvern Crown of Cormyr ([http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/WyvernCrown_Installer.exe installer], [http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/neverwinternights/modules_premium/WyvernCrown.zip Zip]) | ||
| − | If above links fail use | + | If above links fail, use the mirrors at [https://neverwintervault.org/project/nwn1/module/bioware-premium-modules?page=1 NeverwinterVault.org]. |
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
| − | |direct3d versions = | + | |direct3d versions = |
|direct3d notes = | |direct3d notes = | ||
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
| − | |opengl versions = | + | |opengl versions = 1.2 |
| − | |opengl notes = | + | |opengl notes = Shiny water requires NV_register_combiner, a Pre 1.4 Shader extension. |
|glide versions = | |glide versions = | ||
|glide notes = | |glide notes = | ||
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|macos intel 32-bit app = false | |macos intel 32-bit app = false | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = false | |macos intel 64-bit app = false | ||
| − | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = unknown |
| − | |macos app notes = PowerPC only.<ref> | + | |macos app notes = PowerPC only.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.insidemacgames.com/news/story.php?ArticleID=20254|title=Inside Mac Gaming - No Lion Patch For Neverwinter Nights|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|linux powerpc app = false | |linux powerpc app = false | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= true | |linux 32-bit executable= true | ||
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|cutscenes notes = | |cutscenes notes = | ||
|multiplayer = GameSpy | |multiplayer = GameSpy | ||
| − | |multiplayer notes= | + | |multiplayer notes= |
}} | }} | ||
Latest revision as of 11:07, 20 March 2024
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.
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| BioWare | |
| Shadows of Undrentide | Floodgate Entertainment[1] |
| Publishers | |
| 2002-2003 | Infogrames |
| 2003-2018 | Atari |
| 2018-present | Beamdog |
| OS X | MacSoft |
| Retail (Japan) | Sega |
| Retail re-release | Sold Out Software |
| Engines | |
| Aurora | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | June 18, 2002 |
| macOS (OS X) | August 5, 2003 |
| Linux | June 20, 2003 |
| Reception | |
| Metacritic | 91 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
| Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | Bird's-eye view |
| Genres | RPG |
| Themes | Fantasy |
| Series | Neverwinter Nights |
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| Neverwinter Nights | |
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| Subseries of Dungeons & Dragons | |
| Neverwinter Nights (1991) | 1991 |
| Neverwinter Nights | 2002 |
| Neverwinter Nights 2 | 2006 |
| Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition | 2018 |
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.
Neverwinter Nights is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view RPG game in the Neverwinter Nights series.
Premium Modules from the BioWare Store required 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
- Blog about enhancements, modules, patches
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
SecuROM 4 DRM. Patch 1.66 removes the DRM. |
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| GOG.com | |
Diamond Edition; bundled with Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition. Serial keys for multiplayer are shown in the game library entry; requires manual input via SerialTool.exe. |
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- 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Shadows of Undrentide | Expansion (Included in Gold, Platinum and Diamond Editions). | |
| Hordes of the Underdark | Expansion (Included in Platinum and Diamond Editions). | |
| Kingmaker | Premium Module (Included in Diamond Edition). | |
| Shadowguard | Premium Module (Included in Diamond Edition). | |
| Witch's Wake | Premium Module (Included in Diamond Edition). | |
| Pirates of the Sword Coast | Premium Module (Only available as DLC for the Enhanced Edition). | |
| Infinite Dungeons | Premium Module (Only available as DLC for the Enhanced Edition). | |
| Wyvern Crown of Cormyr | Premium Module (Only available as DLC for the Enhanced Edition). | |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
| Edit nwn.ini[3] |
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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]
NWN Community Patch 1.72
- 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.
Community Enhancement Pack
- 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
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\[Note 1] |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux |
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\saves[Note 1] |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GOG Galaxy | Not natively implemented; see here if save files disappear.[4] |
Video
Video settings.
Video settings.
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | |||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | [5] | ||
| 4K Ultra HD | UI designed for 800x600 and does not scale, rendering game essentially unplayable. UI Scaling for 4k is available in the Enhanced Edition | ||
| Field of view (FOV) | |||
| Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | AutoHotkey method reported working.[6] | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Default amount is 4x, higher levels can be forced through nvidia/amd control panel. | ||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | 2x, 4x or 8x MSAA | ||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
| 60 FPS and 120+ FPS | No frame rate cap. | ||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Windowed
- Running the game in windowed mode may make the game work significantly better.
| Windowed[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Input
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | Limited. Cannot rebind hotbar keys for example. Best workaround is autohotkey scripts. | |
| Mouse acceleration | Follows windows settings. Called "Enhance pointer precision" in windows | |
| Mouse sensitivity | Follows windows settings as long as Enable HardwareMouse=1 is on in nwn.ini. (It is by default) | |
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support |
| Controller types |
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Audio
Audio settings.
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Sound Effects, Voices and Music. | |
| Surround sound | Up to 7.1. DirectSound 3D restoration software may be necessary to prevent stuttering.[7] | |
| Subtitles | ||
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost | ||
| EAX support | A3D 1.0 and 2.0. EAX 1 - 3.[8][9] | |
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Polish | ||||
| Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation | |||
| Russian | Included in Community Patch Project | |||
| Spanish | Fan translations by Clan Dlan:
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Network
- Online play requires a CD key; for the GOG.com version see Multiplayer on the GOG.com version.
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | The official GameSpy service is offline;[10] see Online play. | ||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP | Use Direct Connect button or +connect and +password parameters.[11] |
Online play
The GameSpy master server is offline.[10] Alternatives:
- Enhanced Edition has a updated multiplayer master server.
Servers can also be connected to manually using the Direct Connect button. These websites list public servers:[12]
- NWNList Scry (choose NWN1 at the top of the page)
- Neverwinter Nights Server Lists Forum
VR support
| 3D modes | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
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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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Run nwnmain.exe with the +TestNewModule "123456" command line argument.[14]
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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] |
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Videos do not play, or only sound is played
| Edit nwn.ini[16][17] |
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Issues with dual-core or multi-core processors
| Set core affinity[18] |
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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] |
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AMD/ATI-specific issues
| Edit nwnplayer.ini[citation needed] |
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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
- Kingmaker (installer, Zip)
- ShadowGuard plus Witch's Wake (installer, Zip)
- Pirates of the Sword Coast (installer, Zip)
- Infinite Dungeons (installer, Zip)
- Wyvern Crown of Cormyr (installer, Zip)
If above links fail, use the mirrors at NeverwinterVault.org.
Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OpenGL | 1.2 | Shiny water requires NV_register_combiner, a Pre 1.4 Shader extension. |
| Executable | PPC | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | ||||
| macOS (OS X) | PowerPC only.[20] | |||
| Linux |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%,%PROGRAMDATA%, or%WINDIR%might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStoreon Windows Vista and later (more details).
References
- ↑ BioWare and ATARI announce Neverwinter Nights™: Shadows of Undrentide - last accessed on 2016-6-17
- ↑ NWN bug - Can't skip intro, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ All progress lost WTF?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Neverwinter Nights (2002) supports 21:9 - and is currently free on GoG : ultrawidemasterrace - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Windowed Borderless Fullscreen NWN - Escape from Uncertainty: Revelations Forums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Neverwinter Nights and Corsair VOID RGB USB 7.1 headset, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ EAX 3.0 vs A3D 2.0 в плане позиционирования звуков - Конференция iXBT.com
- ↑ EAX Featured Game: Neverwinter Nights - EAX.CREATIVE.COM - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 GameSpy's New Owners Begin Disabling Multiplayer Without Warning - Slashdot
- ↑ Direct connect - NWNWiki, the Neverwinter Nights Wiki - your guide to the game of NWN - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Discontinued Gamespy support information, and a unified list for alternatives to the master server list - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ NWN Won't start - GameBanshee Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ NWN Won't start - GameBanshee Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Verified by User:Garrett on December 13, 2016
- ↑ Campaign videos / cutscenes not playing right - GOG.com Forum - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Does anybody have the updated binkw32.dll file? - GOG.com Forum - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ How do I set default CPU Affinity to "All"? - GOG.com Forum - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ UNOFFICIAL links to redownload previously-purchased Premium modules: - General Discussion - The BioWare Forum (retrieved)
- ↑ Inside Mac Gaming - No Lion Patch For Neverwinter Nights - last accessed on May 2023