Dumb name and all, Shadows of Undrentide is a worthy way of continuing the Neverwinter Nights franchise. Especially if you appreciated the original game, and aren’t too broken up over the somewhat premature ending of the Baldur’s Gate saga. The story remains tightly leashed to fantasy conventions from first to last, some neat new monsters have been provided for your carving, the terrain ranges from frozen northern waste to Egypt-inspired desert, and Prestige classes let you do additional roleplaying long after the beginning of your character’s career. Module makers will appreciate the additional tilesets and Aurora engine tools that make it a snap to craft plots and set up stores. Just keep in mind that this isn’t Baldur’s Gate, that the focus of play is far removed from the tactical combat mechanics of yore, and that you’re mostly adventuring solo.