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not perfect, but pretty darn good

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 01, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Icewind Dale 2: The Collector's Edition is what I am reviewing here. It is pretty much the same game though, only it comes with some nice extras, like a map, die, and I guess an inventory upgrade in some of the shops.(Much like BG2's Collection).
The game it's self is very good with alot of side-quests for you to fullfill and they are fun, not just time-consuming like Baldur's Gate. Even the "arrand boy" quests are fun, and a "arrant boy" will make them alot easier in Targos. Character developement is the best thing about this game. It steals the show. You are using 3rd Ed rules of AD&D and use the point buy system rather than that delaupidated roll a thousand weaklings like in Baldur's Gate and IWD1. A paladin character is much easier to make, and he can become pretty powerful with the right feats and class options. The Helm can switch to fighter and specialize in wheapons(+1 to hit +2 damage)+ fiendslayer feat. I guess that would be the equivalant of BGII's Cavalier(who is much stronger but less challenging to play). Other characters can multi-class at will with no penalties(if the race allows it)
Graphics and sound are pretty good. I like the Infinity Engine better than alot of other engines because it is like a stunningly beautiful chess board(in 3d) dungeons and outdoors look much better than NWN or Diablo(or whatever thier is). The only complaint I have is the resolution is too high and the characters are too small.(I can hardly imerse myself in the action on screen). Thier should be a 640X480 option for this engine in all games, it was made for that.(Hopefully in a patch but I doubt it.) Sound includes ambience as a ship port, and many animals as well as all the appropriate weather for the area(wind rustling, or dripping caverns. Music is lacking in some fight scenes and in dungeons(Like IWD1). Thier is now a new patch out that has been fully tested and more are on the way(we hope).
It is a very good game for the hardcore PC AD&D fan(which I am not) or any RPG fan(which I am) who can get used to the rules(and understand them fully). For your casual gamer, I suggest you put a lot of time into understanding the game before you even start with the character creation. Fighter, Fighter Cleric, Druid, Mage, Thief is not necessarily the best choice in this game.(or it's very boring)

both better and worse than the first one

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 10, 2003
Author: Amazon User

The first game was all combat and offered a nice challenge with nice moody 2D graphics. I really enjoyed building up the team and not playing just one character. This time around far too many of the maps are just long non-descript paths where you must fight from one end of the map to the other. ONe location (the ice palace) you play thru twice and it was tedious the first time. The game-makers were looking to make the game longer the easy way and I felt I was being lead by the nose thru the entire game.

Not as good as Torment and BG2

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 09, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I would have given this game 5 stars if the plot and the quests were as good as Torment and BG2. However, the implementation of the 3rd edition rules was a success. The game lets you choose and create all of your 6 party members. At first this might seem like a good feature, but the interaction between the party members is what makes an RPG a real RPG. The plot is weak and standard. If you want to be intellectually challenged, go and play planescape-Torment. If you like hack and slash type games like Diablo etc.. you'll definetely like this one.

A good CRPG

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 31, 2003
Author: Amazon User

If you're looking for some good classic D&D hack and slash action, this game is for you. Using the D&D 3rd edition rule set, there are many, many options to explore when creating characters and gaining levels. Several different races, classes, feats, skills, abilities, and also hundreds of powerful items and spells. Explore your options with anything from a mighty barbarian to a powerful wizard, and everything between, there's no getting bored with this game. The only downside is the plot element. The story is ok but it's not quite as good as it could have been.

Check it out!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 29, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is definitely worth getting (especially now since the price is low), the game is very immersive. Interesting NPCs, stunning graphics, rich character system. Tons of abilities for your characters to learn. Some interesting and complex labrynths. What keeps it from getting the full 5 stars is certain sections of the plot and quest can get somewhat tedious and slow. Other than that, this game is a good balance of battle strategy, monster bashing, and story line.

I loved it

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 10, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Old school ad&d with a deeper story than Iwd. I just finished the Icewind Dale trilogy book and had to pick this up. It is good and if you loved Baldur's Gate 2 this is up your alley !

Wow! This game has it made.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 3
Date: November 19, 2002
Author: Amazon User

From the start of this game to the end, Icould barley leave the computer seat. This is such a good game and such a good sequel that Iwould recommend it to anyone appreciates RPG's. After about 2 hours of playing BG2 and still being in the same damn dungeon I decided to move on to a better, more action packed game. Icewind Dale 2 is just that and more. I love the choices you can make in race and class and the variety of skills and feats you can obtain to make the game more exciting. So go out and buy Icewind Dale 2!

Creating the Icewind Dale All-Stars

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 26, 2003
Author: Amazon User

When comparing various titles of the same genre, you quickly see that Icewind Dale 1 & 2 are truly what games like Baldur's Gate and Planescape are supposed to be like. Not only are players able to construct an entire party of their own design, but the pause feature allows players to execute a variety of commands at their own pace. Not only does this keep play interesting, but it also allows for a much higher survivability of your characters, since you can plan your tactics at your own pace. A truly breath-taking, eye-opening experience.

Slash and Bash

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: July 04, 2003
Author: Amazon User

!!I LOVE THIS GAME!!
My favorite part is the combat because it isn't turn-based
like some RPGs. I also like the character design options
when you start. the game gives you some already made or
you can make your own to fit how you want to play through
the game. I think this game is great with good enough grapics
for most people,plenty of quests,lots of little beasties,and enough action to keep you on your toes.:)

Great, one of the best AD&D computer games of all time.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: July 12, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This is a wonderful and fast paced game. It is very difficult and almost as action packed as a Diablo game. This game takes a lot of strategy to beat and will keep you plugging away for months.

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