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Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor returns as bug-free D&D game
The 2001 D&D game notorious for bugs is now playable without crashes on Steam and GOG.
In brief
The 2001 D&D game notorious for bugs is now playable without crashes on Steam and GOG. Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor, a 2001 D&D game with severe bugs, is now bug-free on Steam and GOG after years of issues. Originally reported by PC Gamer.
Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor
The 2001 D&D game that caused outrage for bugs.
“Not since the infamous debut of Daikatana has the release of a single game generated so much incensed indignation from early buyers”
Bug fixes for modern play
The rerelease on Steam and GOG removes save corruption and item disappearance issues.
“SNEG's rerelease, available now on Steam and GOG, doesn't have those issues”
D&D 3rd edition rules
The game uses simplified D&D 3rd edition rules with no wizard or halfling options.
“You can't play a wizard, sorcerer is the only option for arcane casters”
Slow-paced dungeon crawl
Players clear hundreds of orcs and skeletons in slow, methodical combat.
“It's a slow-paced slog, especially in Myth Drannor's main halls”
B-team adventure
The party arrives too late to save the A-team and must complete their quest.
“You're the B-team sent as backup, but a magic portal mishap means you arrive too late”
Simple D&D gameplay
The game offers low-stakes fun with minimal rules complexity.
“It's an undemanding RPG that offers simple pleasures”
Why it matters now
The bug-free release makes this classic D&D game accessible again for modern players.
“Now it's smooth and problem-free”
The big picture
Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor, a 2001 D&D game with severe bugs, is now bug-free on Steam and GOG after years of issues.
