10 Earth-Shattering Video Game Plot Twists You Didn't See Coming

10. The Narrator Turns Out To Be A Devil - Icewind Dale

Being a narrator is a thankless job, providing important exposition to an impatient audience only to be forgotten as soon as the game ends. But Icewind Dale pulls a surprise twist, making sure its narrator will be remembered for a long time.

The game opens with a mysterious force tormenting the remote northern region of Icewind Dale. This being D&D a group of plucky adventurers answer the call, quickly finding themselves locked in mortal combat against Belhifet, a powerful devil looking to turn the citizens of the region into a demonic army.

Naturally, our heroes win. But, just as the player is basking in the glow of a battle hard won, the calm scholarly delivery we’ve grown accustomed to devolves into psychotic, snarling rage and we learn that the man telling the story is none other than Belhifet himself. Worse, his banishment is coming to an end, and he’s itching for revenge.

The shock is immense not only because there was no hint of his devilish identity, but also because you’re left wondering if the heroes truly won. It’s a great twist, proving that even the humble narrator can be used to outstanding dramatic effect.