Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor returns on Steam, $19.99
Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor is back on Steam and GOG for $19.99 with 4K, a new UI, controller support and an optional Legacy mode.
- Released November 6, 2026 on Steam and GOG for $19.99.
- Original game released in 2001 by Stormfront Studios and Ubisoft.
- Published by SNEG in partnership with Wizards of the Coast.
- Adds 4K support, a new action bar, controller support and Legacy mode.
- Party of six, level cap 16, over 90 spells.
Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor is back on Steam and GOG as of November 6, 2026, priced at $19.99. The restored release of the 2001 Dungeons & Dragons party RPG adds 4K support, a reworked interface and full controller support, plus an optional Legacy mode for purists.
What this release is
Ruins of Myth Drannor first shipped for Windows in 2001, developed by Stormfront Studios and published by Ubisoft, as noted on Wikipedia. The new version is a restoration published by the boutique publisher SNEG in partnership with Wizards of the Coast, according to the official press release, and it is described as the first digital release of the game. The publisher states that the goal is not to replace the original game.
The Steam page lists Stormfront Studios as developer and SNEG as publisher. It is a Windows-only, single-player, turn-based party RPG set in the Forgotten Realms. Steam's store data showed a launch price of 19,99€ with a 10% discount to 17,99€ in the euro store when we checked.
What is new in the restoration
The press release lists a clear set of modernizing changes while keeping the original rules intact.
- Runs on current systems. Numerous bugs from the original release are fixed.
- Widescreen up to 4K. Sharper visuals for modern displays.
- Improved interface. A new action bar and additional tooltips.
- Full controller support. Reworked camera controls are included.
- Adjustable combat animation speeds and granular settings.
- Legacy mode. An optional mode that preserves the original gameplay and visuals.
Steam's listing adds Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing, with DualShock and DualSense controller support flagged. The main languages with full audio support are English, French, German, Polish and Russian, with Spanish and Traditional Chinese also listed.
Tip: the original game had a reputation for bugs. If you remember crashes from 2001, the fixes are the main reason to try this version first, and Legacy mode lets you keep the classic look and behavior.
Story and gameplay
The story picks up with a new Pool of Radiance discovered beneath New Phlan. Players answer Elminster's call and try to stop a sorceress and a dracolich from using the Pool's power against Faerun. The Steam description frames it as building a band of heroes, descending into the haunted elven ruins of Myth Drannor and using tactical positioning, spellcraft and steel.
The game uses official Dungeons & Dragons rules. Your party has six members: up to four heroes you create and two recruited companions. Characters progress to level 16, with spells up to 8th level and more than 90 spells in total. Combat is turn-based, with an optional faster turn timer, and the dungeons are large and tactical rather than story-heavy.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original release | 2001 (Windows) |
| Party size | Up to 4 created heroes + 2 companions |
| Level cap | 16 |
| Spells | 90+, up to 8th level |
| Combat | Turn-based, optional timer |
System requirements
Steam lists very modest minimum requirements: a 64-bit processor and Windows 10 or 11, a 1.8 GHz processor, 4 GB of RAM, a DirectX 9.0c compatible graphics card with DirectX 11 installed, 4 GB of storage and a DirectX compatible sound card. Practically any PC from the last decade will run it.
Is it worth playing?
At $19.99 it is an easy buy for fans of classic party RPGs who never played it, or who want a stable version of a game that was released in a rough state. Critics at the time were mostly unimpressed, with many citing bugs, so the restoration is the story here rather than a new game. If you like turn-based tactics, see our Metaphor: ReFantazio Switch 2 news for another RPG arriving this week, visit the Pool of Radiance game hub for future coverage and browse all news.
FAQ
When did Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor release on Steam?
November 6, 2026, on Steam and GOG, for $19.99 in the US.
Is this a remake or the original game?
It is a restoration of the original 2001 game with bug fixes, 4K support and a better interface, plus an optional Legacy mode.
Does it support controllers?
Yes. Full controller support and reworked camera controls are part of the update.
How big is a party?
Six characters: up to four created heroes and two recruited companions.
Which platforms is it on?
Windows PC through Steam and GOG. Steam lists no Mac or Linux version.
How we got here
- September 25, 2001Original North American release.
- November 6, 2026Restored version launches on Steam and GOG.
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