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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (Metacritic) | – | 80 | 6 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 90% | 84 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 78 | 6 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 91% | 85 | 83 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jun 23, 2026) · 83 reviews sampled · 82 total reviews in window · weighted 62.7 up / 6.2 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (13)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 85
“A satisfying Hack & Slash game that requires a tactical approach rather than mindless clicking in order to enjoy it in full. The use of the rule-set, tables and classes from Baldur's Gate II Enhanced Edition turns an already huge game in a replayable heaven. My only gripe would be the path-finding of characters, something that has plagued all Infinity Engine games since their inception. ”
read full review ↗ - 74
“Despite being only a minor advance, this is certainly the definitive version of Icewind Dale. That itself is a fun, tough quest that brings back nostalgia for the beauty of the engine and combat system of those days. That makes it a nice stopgap between here and Eternity.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Nicely done remake of RPG hit shows the time can’t be stopped. This piece will make fans very happy but only them thou. [Issue#247]”
- 81
“The best possible version of what still is an RPG from more than a decade ago. There's also some new content for people who need it.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“For someone looking for a game like the Baldur’s Gate titles but with more emphasis on spending time fighting monsters and delving through dungeons, this may be just the thing.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Canadians responsible for this edition restrained their own creativity almost completely, delivering a polished product true to the original game. [13/2014, p.63]”
- 88
“A gem of a game. A bit more straightforward than the Baldur's Gate games, but Icewind Dale is a classic RPG in its own right. Beautiful artwork, great soundtrack and responsive combat make for a great game. [Dec 2014]”
- 90
“Beamdog has delivered the definitive Icewind Dale experience.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Icewind Dale is a wonderful RPG that retains its quality nearly 15 years after its launch. The bad news is that this Enhanced Edition doesn't add much new content. ”
read full review ↗ - 80
“It may not have the narrative thrust of other Black Isle titles or the likes of Bioware’s slick epics, but Icewind Dale remains an important part of the adventuring landscape for those willing to brave its frosty depths.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Icewind Dale isn’t a perfect game, but it’s one of the best RPGs of all times. Obviously, the Enhanced Edition is also among the best in the genre, but it only brings minor improvements into the mix.”
read full review ↗ - 82
“A better approach from Beamdog, giving us an improved version of Icewind Dale focused on polish more than novelties. Perfectly executed and with the neat additions of classes and kits to give a great game more depth.”
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IGN
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Gameplanet
The Digital Fix
Softpedia
MeriStation…and 1 more tracked reviews.
Patch history
- 2.7 Update for Icewind Dale & Baldur's Gate EEsJun 23, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- New Infinity Engine 2.7 beta releaseFeb 24, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- 2.6.6 Patch for Icewind Dale and Baldur's Gate I & II Enhanced EditionsMay 18, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Try the 2.6.6 BetaMay 10, 2021
- Patch 2.6 Launches Today!Apr 19, 2021
- New 2.6 Beta Available Now!Jan 13, 2021
- Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition 2.5 patchMay 1, 2018
- 2.5 Update Beta update!Mar 5, 2018
- 2.5 Update Beta update!Mar 5, 2018
- Try the 2.5 Update Beta today!Dec 13, 2017
- Try the 2.5 Update Beta today!Dec 13, 2017
- Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition patch 1.4 released! Korean and Russian localizations now available.Mar 4, 2015significant · resets scoring window