Neverwinter FAQ

Q: What is Neverwinter?

Neverwinter is a co-operative, online RPG based on the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons fantasy roleplaying game. Epic stories, strategic gameplay and classic roleplaying await those heroes courageous enough to enter the fantastic world of Neverwinter!

Explore and defend one of the most beloved cities from the Dungeons & Dragons Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting as it rises from the ashes of destruction. This immersive co-op RPG will take you from the besieged walls of the city to subterranean passageways in search of forgotten secrets and lost treasure.

Q: What is Dungeons & Dragons?
D&D is a fantasy role-playing game first published in 1974. The game allows players to role play the part of an adventuresome hero in a setting rich with details and perilous encounters. D&D is widely regarded as the beginning of the modern roleplaying game.

Q: When is Neverwinter's release date?
An exact release date for Neverwinter has not been announced at this time. Make sure to register on the official website and sign up for the official Neverwinter newsletter to be among the first to know the exact release date!

Q: What are the System Requirements for Neverwinter?
The full system requirements for Neverwinter have not yet been determined. Check back here for details!

Q: Is an Internet connection required to play Neverwinter?
Yes.

Q: How much will Neverwinter cost? Will there be a subscription required?
Pricing for Neverwinter has not been finalized at this time.

Q: I’m interested in being beta tester for Neverwinter. Where do I sign up?
We are currently not accepting applications for Neverwinter closed beta testing. We'll be announcing the beta testing schedule and details via e-mail, so be sure to sign up for the Neverwinter newsletter! That'll immediately put you on a list of potential candidates.

Q: Will I be able to make my own adventures and play through them with my friends?
Yes! It wouldn’t be a true Neverwinter game without a content-creation tool! Players will be able to shape and add to the world of Neverwinter by creating and building their own adventures or full-fledged campaigns from the ground up using The Foundry for Neverwinter.

Q: What is The Foundry?
The Foundry for Neverwinter is your chance to craft the world of Neverwinter your way. A robust and powerful toolset, you can use The Foundry for Neverwinter to create and build new adventures and campaigns to share with your friends and the entire Neverwinter community. Learn more by visiting our Foundry informational page on the official website.

Q: How can I learn more about The Foundry?
The Foundry is currently in development, but be sure to check the official website as we'll be adding Tutorials and Walkthroughs that will help you make the most out of this toolset.

Q: How will I be able to access The Foundry?
You'll be able to access The Foundry easily from in-game. The Character Creation screen includes a direct link to the toolset. Missions, once published, will also be accessible in-game.

Q: Will I be able to play adventures created by other players?
Yes! Making player-authored content available to the community is an essential feature of Neverwinter and The Foundry makes it happen.

Q: Tell me about Neverwinter's developer, Cryptic Studios.
Cryptic Studios is a leading developer of massively-multiplayer online role-playing games. Past releases include City of Heroes and City of Villains, the first superhero-based MMORPGs; Champions Online: Free for All, the first free-to-play superhero action MMORPG; and Star Trek Online, the hit MMO based in the rich Star Trek Universe.