Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor is finally available in digital format, thanks to a restoration project carried out by SNEG in collaboration with Wizards of the Coast. The classic RPG set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, originally published by Ubisoft in 2001 and developed by Stormfront Studios, is now available on Steam and GOG for 19,99 euros, with numerous technical improvements designed to make it fully playable on modern systems.
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Set in the Forgotten Realms, the title offers a traditional roleplaying experience based on dungeon exploration, tactical combat, and Dungeons & Dragons rules. The story begins with the discovery of a new Pool of Radiance beneath New Phlan, whose malevolent energy threatens to spread across the entire kingdom. In response to the call of the legendary Elminster, players must venture into the haunted ruins of Myth Drannor to prevent a witch and a dracolich from exploiting this power against Faerûn. The game system allows players to create up to four heroes and recruit two more during the adventure, forming a group of six characters belonging to different races and classes. Progression reaches level 16, while the magic system includes over 90 spells. Combat can be approached through the traditional turn-based system or via a timed turn-based mode, designed to make encounters faster and more engaging.
The new edition introduces several updates, including support for widescreen formats up to 4K resolution, improved image clarity, and the fixing of numerous bugs present in the original version. The interface has also been revised with a new action bar and additional contextual suggestions, while full controller support, redesigned camera controls, and the ability to adjust animation speed make the experience more accessible. Particular attention has been paid to preserving the original work. Through the optional Legacy mode, players will be able to restore the gameplay and visual style of the 2001 edition, while settings will allow individual customization of the introduced improvements. SNEG’s goal is therefore not to reinvent the game, but to preserve its identity by making it more comfortable to play on current configurations.
Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor is already available on PC via Steam and GOG for €19.99, offering fans of classic role-playing games the chance to rediscover an adventure set in the Forgotten Realms, without having to rely on old physical copies or compatibility solutions.
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