Comparison

Icewind Dale vs NexusRPG

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Icewind Dale

Embark on an epic Dungeons & Dragons adventure in the frozen north of Faerûn. Explore harsh tundras, battle fearsome beasts, and confront an ancient evil. This enhanced edition features new spells, items, character classes, an updated interface, and restored quest content.

Highlights
  • New spells and magic items
  • Dozens of new character kits and classes
  • All-new interface with Quickloot bar
  • Cross-platform cooperative multiplayer
  • Restored and finished cut quest content
  • Bug fixes and improvements
Features
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This game is optimized for tablets and not recommended for phones with screen sizes under 7 inches. Far beyond the warmth of civilization lies Icewind Dale, a stark and unforgiving stretch of land where only the hardiest souls endure. Journey deep into the Spine of the World, a land of snow‑shrouded peaks and ancient dangers, where beasts grow cunning to survive the endless winter. Beneath the carved glaciers, a sinister force gathers strength—an evil whose schemes threaten to spill destruction across the face of Faerûn. This is the world of Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition, a classic Dungeons & Dragons adventure reborn for a new age of heroes. Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition brings back the chilling, atmospheric adventure that defined a generation of classic cRPGs. Originally released in 2000, this is the Dungeons & Dragons journey that led countless players into the frozen North—now thoughtfully refined for modern adventurers while preserving every bit of its old‑school charm. Customize a full party of up to six heroes and brave the icy wilderness of the Spine of the World, battling fearsome monsters, delving into ancient dungeons, and uncovering the long‑buried secrets hidden beneath the snow. Experience the full breadth of the original 2000 adventure, including the base campaign, both official expansions, and restored quests that were left on the cutting‑room floor. It’s the most complete version of the classic ever assembled. Original Icewind Dale Campaign Heart of Winter Expansion Trials of the Luremaster Expansion Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition preserves the deep party‑building that made the original a standout among classic cRPGs. Shape a full adventuring company with expanded class options, new spells, and powerful gear to help you survive the frozen North. Expanded Class Options: Over 30 new character kits and adventuring classes Carry Over Your Heroes: Upload characters from previous playthroughs New Spells & Gear: Dozens of additional abilities and items to strengthen your party New Magical Equipment: Fresh armor and weaponry to aid you in the harsh surroundings Thoughtful refinements make the classic smoother to play today, while preserving its unmistakable atmosphere.

About

NexusRPG

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NexusRPG is a persistent online role-playing game built for long-term progression. Create your character, choose your equipment- defined Class, distribute Stat Points, and shape a unique combat build. Battle through a connected world filled with monsters, rare encounters and World Bosses. Explore personal and Clan Dungeons, master specialized Gathering and Crafting disciplines, raise and fuse Pets, trade with other players, and compete in PvP and monthly Arenas. Your Main Hand and Off-hand equipment determine your Class and battle style. Develop Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, Vitality, Luck, Explorer and Gatherer to create the build that suits the way you play. FEATURES • Eight distinct equipment-defined combat Classes • Flexible Stat Point character builds • Persistent character, Battle Skill and Crafting progression • Personal and Clan Dungeons with rarity-based rewards • Live World Bosses, events and monthly Arenas • Clans, Kingdoms, chat, direct trade and a player Market • Gathering, equipment Crafting, Pets and Ascendant Paths • Cross-device account progression shared with nxrpg.com • Optional push alerts for important events and completed Autos NexusRPG is free to play. Optional consumable in-app purchases are available. A network connection and NexusRPG account are required.

Screenshots

Icewind Dale4 screens
NexusRPG3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NexusRPG at Free against Icewind Dale's $9.99. Icewind Dale's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and chart position (#166 vs unranked). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

NexusRPG is free to download; Icewind Dale costs $9.99 up front. NexusRPG sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Icewind Dale asks for nothing beyond the download.

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Icewind Dale versus NexusRPG: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIcewind DaleNexusRPG
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (189 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings189 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#166 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.8 GB10 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperOverhaul GamesYusuf Keskin

Bugs and requests

Icewind Dale

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Orrick's shop inventory not updating
  • Severed hand item not appearing
  • Heart of Winter expansion crash bug
  • Difficulty settings not working properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add Chinese language support
  • Improve keyboard and mouse support
  • Allow deleting of saved characters
  • Optimize for latest iPad Pro screens
  • Add iCloud sync between devices

NexusRPG

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Icewind Dale

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

NexusRPG

One-time10
  • World Boss Weekly Reset$24.99
  • Pausable Blood Frenzy$24.99
  • Legendary Companion$29.99
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  • Personal Key Hoard$49.99
  • Grand Dungeon Supply Bundle$49.99
  • Clan Arsenal Bundle$49.99
  • Crafting Skills to Level 250$99.99
  • Battle Skills to Level 65$99.99
  • All World Journeys Completed$149.99
  • Ancient Ascendant Bundle$149.99

Questions

Is Icewind Dale free?
Icewind Dale costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NexusRPG free?
NexusRPG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Icewind Dale or NexusRPG have ads?
Neither Icewind Dale nor NexusRPG shows ads.

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