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Icewind Dale

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8.5 User Score:

Generally favorable reviews

Based on 29 critic reviews
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Game Info

Publisher: Interplay

Developer: Black Isle Studios

Genre(s): Role-Playing Game

Players: 6

ESRB Rating: T (Teen)

Release Date: June 30, 2000

Summary

A completely new Advanced Dungeons & Dragons adventure with an epic storyline in the tradition of "Baldur's Gate." Includes 3-D technology developed for "Baldur's Gate II" that allows for incredible spell and environment effects. New spells, equipment, and abilities provide a higher level of gameplay. [Interplay]

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What The Critics Said

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Daily Radar

Though in five years we will not look back on "Icewind Dale" as the game that changed the world, we will likely remember it as one of the most enjoyable RPGs we've had the pleasure to crack open.

GameZone

On a slower machine, frustration sets in. But when played on a machine that allows the total scope of this game to shine through, it is a fantastic journey. Tough, you bet – but a lot of fun.

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Da Gameboyz

For those of you that may not be sure -- try it!

Gaming Age

I found myself hopelessly addicted to this pseudo-dungeon crawl, and I have a feeling it isn't just me.

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Gamer's Pulse

I enjoyed the game immensely, and would recommend it to anyone seeking a good, wholesome CRPG experience.

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Evil Avatar

Heads and shoulders above other games currently on the market touted as RPG's, and I have confidence that even if this game does not sell well it will become a classic RPG.

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All Game Guide

You get the whole enchilada – cool characters, tough villains and a deep storyline all wrapped up in superlative graphics and inventive gameplay with real-time combat to top it off.

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PC Gameworld

May bear some flaws but it's definitely one of the good computer RPGs, and one of the best titles of the summer.

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GamePro

Anyone looking for a classic AD&D gaming experience to hold them over until "Baldur's Gate II" arrives should definitely check out Icewind Dale.

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CheckOut

Wonderful setting, evolving story, varied gameplay and excellent music and acting all converge to create one of the more balanced titles around. Highly recommended.

Eurogamer

The combat intensive dungeon romping is fantastic fun, and recreates the table top AD&D experience like no other game before it.

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Spank!

The game oozes quality like a sponge saturated with some extremely viscous liquid, but it fails on the grounds of lack of innovation and occasional lapses into cliched role-playing game territory.

Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)

Entertaining and largely compelling fantasy adventuring of Tolkienesque proportions.

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IGN

Once in a while, a game comes along that completely takes over your life.

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ActionTrip

The brightest side of the whole project-the sound effects and the soundtrack.

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GameSpot

Though it's based on the "Baldur's Gate" engine and is also set in the same "Advanced Dungeons & Dragons" universe, Icewind Dale's originality and fast pacing make the game uniquely satisfying.

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PC Gamer

A great game for those who loved the hack-and-slash parts of "Baldur's Gate." [Oct 2000, p.110]

Happy Puppy

With gameplay that's addictive and rewarding, you'll find yourself playing it into the wee hours of the night.

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Electric Playground

Lends itself much better to multiplayer adventuring as there is no central character and, more importantly, the dialogue trees are kept to a minimum while the exploration and adventure are maxxed out.

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FiringSquad

The combat, first and foremost, is just plain awesome. With all the tools of the 2nd edition AD&D system available, Black Isle have created some awesome encounters for you to tackle.

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Game Revolution

It doesn't try to do anything new or revolutionary, and as a result, is remarkably fun and easy to play.

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GameSpy

I'm so in love with this game. If you liked "Baldur's Gate" or "Planescape: Torment," you'll love this game.

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Armchair Empire

If you’re looking for a quick dungeon crawling, hack-and-slash trek through the frozen north with a peppy little story and some great combat then this is definitely a title to get.

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Gamezilla!

It should leave the most seasoned adventurer hungering for more. The hack-and-slash battles and the progressive storyline should keep the most demanding RPGer happy.

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GamerWeb PC

If you were scared off by some of the puzzle-solving elements of "BG II" you might find the action-oriented aspects of Icewind Dale more to your liking.

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Quandary

It has plenty to keep you on your toes so try this one if you are feeling energetic and itching to swing your sword and throw some fireballs.

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Adrenaline Vault

Bottom line is this: anyone who enjoys traditional fantasy role-playing games will love Icewind Dale.

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CNET Gamecenter

The game is a kick, finally letting players fully exploit the upper end of the AD&D goodie bag, including cool spells and magic items.

Computer Games Magazine

It’s a very solid, attractive, and entertaining game, in a very traditional way.

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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 8.5 (out of 10) based on 6 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

John R gave it a9:
Another stunningly impressive RPG from Black Isle/BioWare, full to brimming with atmosphere. The Infinity Engine games are immortal in my opinion. The two Icewind Dales are probably inferior to the two Baldur's Gates and Planescape : Torment, but they still wipe the floor with just about every other game under the sun. The attention to detail which the writers lavished on these games deserves a medal ; the quality of the writing simply has no peer. The Black Isle/BioWare collaboration was one of those rare unions, like The Beatles or Monty Python, which are sadly all too rare. I would recommend Icewind Dale (and ID2) to anyone. You can still play it in Vista too with a minor adjustment or two. And there is a thriving modding community still refining these games and adding new content - ten years after Baldur's Gate was released ! I think that says it all really. The Infinity Engine games are the best of all time. End of story.

Jeroen Van R. gave it an 8:
A GREAT game, but the graphics are outdated.

Zé Luís gave it a 9:
Icewind is, just like Diablo 2, the best action RPG ever!

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