Neverwinter
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Neverwinter

Neverwinter is a free, action MMORPG based on the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons fantasy roleplaying game. Epic stories, action combat and classic roleplaying await those heroes courageous enough to enter the fantastic world of Neverwinter!

DEV: Cryptic StudiosPUB: Arc GamesAppID 109600

Is Neverwinter still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

81.0
Good

Elixir Rating

77.4% of 39,685 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 77. Nothing we would call a substantial update has landed in six months, but the developers were last heard 36 days ago — adding 4.0.

reception 77·support +4.0·Good

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

Should you look into this?

From Steam's own record

Development

Insufficient evidence

Last heard from developers

36 days ago

Historical posting rhythm

every ~11 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

0

Current silence

cannot be judged

Our news coverage needs a fresh check; missing posts are not evidence that development has stopped. We have not recorded a substantial update in six months; our record contains 16 developer posts.

Last successful news check: Sep 27, 2026, 2:05 PM UTC. This is when we checked Steam, separate from when the developer last posted. A fresh check is needed before judging current activity.

Two years of development

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29 announcements · 0 substantial · 12 months with nothing

Recent Transmissions

30 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsSep 1, 2026
Neverwinter: Monoliths of Madness is now live!

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Strange monoliths have appeared across Faerûn, spreading madness and twisting nearby cre…

Community AnnouncementsAug 31, 2026
Of Minds and Madness Battle Pass

Greetings, Adventurers! The corrupting influence of the monoliths has spread through our Battle Pass as well! Get the Laughing Void Artifact and loads of other crazy rewards! Start date: September 1, 2026 after maintenance End date: October…

Community AnnouncementsAug 28, 2026
Wild Adventures Lockbox

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Greetings, Adventurers! Those Monoliths of Madness sure have created some wild adventure…

Community AnnouncementsAug 13, 2026
Summer Festival is here

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. Gather under the sun to celebrate Sune, the goddess of beauty, with events and rewards to satisfy your water balloon, flower-ga…

Community AnnouncementsAug 5, 2026
M33.5 Preview

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. We need your help, Adventurers! Module 33.5: Monoliths of Madness is approaching soon, a…

Community AnnouncementsJul 9, 2026
Buried Treasure Lockbox

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Greetings, Adventurers! The Buried Treasure Lockbox is here! Among its treasures is Olli…

Community AnnouncementsJul 3, 2026
Celebration of Lliira

It’s that time of the year again when adventurers gather in Protector’s Enclave to set off fireworks in honor of the Goddess of Joy. We’re happy to announce that the Celebration of Lliira will be returning to Neverwinter! Get ready to light…

Community AnnouncementsJun 19, 2026
Return to the Protector's Jubilee!

The denizens of Neverwinter are celebrating 13 years of not being razed to the ground by rampaging orcs, torched by marauding dragons, or devoured by hungry demons! It’s time for the Protector’s Jubilee! The Protector’s Jubilee will begin o…

Community AnnouncementsMay 28, 2026
Challenge of the Gods

The gods have returned once again to test the many heroes that venture across Neverwinter. Be wary, for their challenges are not for the faint of heart! If you successfully complete their challenge, they’ll bestow you with a Gift of the God…

Community AnnouncementsMay 19, 2026
Module 33 - Biting Cold

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Keeping your head cool is an automated process with Module 33, Biting Cold, where the te…

Community AnnouncementsMay 18, 2026
Ice Breaker Battle Pass

Greetings, Adventurers! Not only does the Ten-Towns region experience bizarre visions, there are also plenty of bizarre creatures to find. Our Battle Pass shows you just what we mean, with Wormungandr as its chase reward! Start date: May 19…

Community AnnouncementsMay 12, 2026
Encroaching Frost Lockbox

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Greetings, Adventurers! Encroaching Frost has crept down from the Reghed Glacier's dange…

Community AnnouncementsApr 30, 2026
Day of the Dungeon Master

Greetings Adventurers! For the next 3 weeks you’ll be able to visit the Burrow Dawn Inn (as seen at the 2015 PAX Prime/West live show), and face the challenges brought forth by Portobello DaVinci and Respen Durothil! Day of the Dungeon Mast…

Community AnnouncementsApr 23, 2026
M33 Preview

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. We need your help, Adventurers! Module 33: Biting Cold is approaching soon, and we would…

Community AnnouncementsApr 21, 2026
Return for a Free Quick Start Character!

Play our new content, Biting Cold! Enjoy the possibility to return to Neverwinter for free just a bit longer! Our new Module, Biting Cold, will release on May 19 and we would like to invite you to try it out. Therefore, we have extended our…

Community AnnouncementsApr 14, 2026
Tymora's Gift

Fortune favors the hero. Tymora, goddess of luck and victory, has returned to bestow her favor upon all adventurers! Event starts: Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30 am PT Event ends: Tuesday, April 21 at 7:30 am PT Slay critters for a chance to get…

Community AnnouncementsApr 2, 2026
Festival of Rubies

The ‘Golden Gourmand of Blingdenstone’, Saltlix Potstirrer, plans to make his famous 3-Gem Omelette during the Svirfneblin’s Festival of Rubies! It sounds delicious! Start Event: Thursday, April 2, 7:30 AM PT End Event: Thursday, April 9, 7…

Community AnnouncementsMar 19, 2026
April Fowls Day – A Honking Good Time!

“He-he-help, Adventurers! Something fowl is happening to me! Literally! Everything I touch turns into a chicken, and I can’t seem to stop it! Please help me!” Event starts: Thursday, March 19 at 7:30 am PT End ends: Thursday, April 2 at 7:3…

Community AnnouncementsMar 17, 2026
Purrific Shoulder Buddies (Neck pieces)

Our purrific Shoulder Buddies are here this week with our next patch, and you’ve gotta cat ‘em all to become a Crazy Cat Hero! We already mentioned how the cat is out of the bag with the release of Sardina the Tressym, our latest Companion/…

Community AnnouncementsMar 10, 2026
Tempus Arena - The Slaughterhouse

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. It’s time for Module 32.5, Tempus Arena – The Slaughterhouse, with a lot of new features…

Community AnnouncementsMar 6, 2026
For Gods and Glory Battle Pass

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Greetings, Adventurers! The Tempus Arena has opened its doors! Perhaps you know the aren…

Community AnnouncementsFeb 26, 2026
Coins of Waukeen Event

The Goddess Waukeen, known as the Merchant’s Friend, is sharing her blessings once again with the heroes of Neverwinter. Start: Thursday, February 26 at 7:30 am PT End: Thursday: March 5 at 7:30 AM The Golden Lady has returned to allow adve…

Community AnnouncementsFeb 12, 2026
Feast of Lanterns - Year of the Immortal Jade Horse

The Year of the Immortal Jade Horse has arrived, and the citizens of Neverwinter are invited to join the joyous festivities of the Feast of Lanterns! The envoys from Shou and Kozakura return with their traditions, colorful celebrations, and…

Community AnnouncementsFeb 12, 2026
Module 32.5: Tempus Arena is Approaching!

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you.We need your help, Adventurers! Module 32.5: Tempus Arena is approaching soon, and we wou…

Community AnnouncementsJan 27, 2026
A Letter From Jack Emmert, CEO

When I left Cryptic Studios in 2016, I thought it was to seek new challenges and adventures – to prove that I could do more than just Cryptic. I had been there for sixteen years; I was one of its founders. I was the Lead Designer on City of…

Community AnnouncementsJan 16, 2026
Day of the Dungeon Master Returns!

Greetings Adventurers! For the next 3 weeks you’ll be able to visit the Burrow Dawn Inn, and face the challenges brought forth by Portobello DaVinci and Respen Durothil! Day of the Dungeon Master starts Thursday, January 15thDay of the Dung…

Community AnnouncementsNov 25, 2025
Red Harvest Part II – The Soul Collector is Live!

Neverwinter’s 32nd module, Red Harvest Part II – The Soul Collector, is now available! Delve deep into the Doomvault to stop Szass Tam’s Ritual of Ascendency.  In Neverwinter: Red Harvest Part II – The Soul Collector, the Lich has struck ba…

PCGamesNMay 7, 2025
Neverwinter Red Harvest brings a new zone and trial to the free DnD MMORPG

Baldur's Gate 3 might have set a new bar for Dungeons and Dragons games, and we've got newcomers such as Solasta 2 on the way to give us more ways to delve into the fantasy universe. Yet, 12 years after it first launched, DnD MMORPG Neverwi…

Community AnnouncementsMay 6, 2025
Red Harvest is Live

Neverwinter’s 31st module, Red Harvest, is now available! Embark on a journey to Thay to aid the resistance against the Red Wizards. In Neverwinter: Red Harvest, you will explore a brand-new Adventure Zone with a boldly designed map inspire…

Community AnnouncementsNov 19, 2024
As Above, So Below – Return to Pirates’ Skyhold is LIVE

Neverwinter’s 30th module, As Above, So Below – Return to Pirates’ Skyhold, is available now! Journey back in time and embark on new quests in the home of the most daunting pirates, the Pirates’ Skyhold – an Adventure Zone originally introd…