Diablo IV

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2.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8271 Ratings

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  1. sincequake3
    Jun 17, 2023
    8
    Edit of review. The. game has much improved. It is rapidly improving. If someone wonders if it's worth it now, it's still not a 9/10 game and probably won't be in the next year. However the developer listens to the player base which is now showing patch after patch. We are getting smoother and smoother overall systems and general mechanics. It's true some individual elements and detailsEdit of review. The. game has much improved. It is rapidly improving. If someone wonders if it's worth it now, it's still not a 9/10 game and probably won't be in the next year. However the developer listens to the player base which is now showing patch after patch. We are getting smoother and smoother overall systems and general mechanics. It's true some individual elements and details still need a tweak or a couple of tweaks. But with. the high speed they are. delivering fixes and new content it will be a solid game in 2-3 months.
    At the moment its 80% there, unbiased, the game is actually fun and engaging now. So whoever is wondering should they get it. Well in this state mostly Yes. By the time you learn the mechanics and level up a couple of characters, and enjoy the high tier content which again is 80% fine at the moment, in 2-3 months it will be well polished and great. From there until the end of the year it will only grow from great. It's going to be awesome from the looks of the quick and regular updates. So it don't hurt you if you already have a few max level characters ready by that time. It will only allow you to jump in the. newest challenges, instantly. Is it OK to be released unfinished like a late beta? Well probably not, I know this made a lot of people angry.
    At the same time this is one of the best ways to customize the systems along with the little details they way the players want it. So we not only got a game here, we got a game that is being changed every week, for us. If you don't want to get what you want, we'll then don't get it.

    From me a big thanks to Blizzard, they exceeded my expectations.    … Expand
  2. Sergius_Grey
    Jun 7, 2023
    8
    I liked DIABLO IV. I'm still an inexperienced level 43 Necromancer, but I have already managed to appreciate the overall story, side quests, the atmosphere of certain locations, the charisma of the main characters in the game, the charm of the narrative, the excellent stylistics of the game. My personal rating is a solid 8 out of 10.
  3. EmEssOh
    Jun 7, 2023
    8
    Good game, the only bad thing is that the game contains microtransactions. Oh well… game’s nowadays…
  4. MLQ
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Diablo IV is a true work of art art qnd a lot of fun. I'm excited about the game.
  5. savarothworld
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Definitely the best Diablo after Diablo 1. The open world & massive amount of possibilities, great builds and very tactical fight system are definitely going to hook me up for years.
  6. Veronnese
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Diablo 4 is an exceptional addition to the acclaimed Diablo franchise, a game that seamlessly blends dark fantasy, intense action, and addictive gameplay. With its immersive world, captivating storyline, and improved mechanics, Diablo 4 sets a new standard for the action role-playing genre.

    One of the most impressive aspects of Diablo 4 is its stunning visuals. The game features    Diablo 4 is an exceptional addition to the acclaimed Diablo franchise, a game that seamlessly blends dark fantasy, intense action, and addictive gameplay. With its immersive world, captivating storyline, and improved mechanics, Diablo 4 sets a new standard for the action role-playing genre.

    One of the most impressive aspects of Diablo 4 is its stunning visuals. The game features breathtaking graphics that bring the grim and foreboding world to life. From the hauntingly beautiful landscapes to the meticulously detailed character designs, every aspect of the game's visuals is a testament to the developers' commitment to delivering an unparalleled gaming experience.    … Expand
  7. gabrielkalilm
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Best aRPG in the market. Better then PoE and Last Epoch. Great game! Very fun.
  8. alvin0731711
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    I'm shocked to see there're so many haters on Blizzard or the Diablo franchise. Diablo IV might not be a masterpiece when you compare it to all other game genres, considering gamers have just played games like Zelda, Elden Ring, God of War, etc. It's just been great years for gamers, and Diablo IV might be under the awful circumstance to live up to that high of expectation.

    However, the    I'm shocked to see there're so many haters on Blizzard or the Diablo franchise. Diablo IV might not be a masterpiece when you compare it to all other game genres, considering gamers have just played games like Zelda, Elden Ring, God of War, etc. It's just been great years for gamers, and Diablo IV might be under the awful circumstance to live up to that high of expectation.

    However, the truth is, Diablo IV totally nails it in its own genre. I know people might get confused when it comes to genre of Diablo IV, and I am definitely not a very pro game reviewer, and this is just my own opinion. Diablo IV is now ranked 2nd on my MMORPG list (come afters FFXIV), and the 1st on Roguelike game.

    If you have read other negative comments here, and getting worried about if you should get Diablo IV, I'm telling you that Diablo IV has not been treated fairly in this time. If Hogwart's Legacy is getting praised on its openworld design, Diablo IV should earn the same credit too. Although the roguelike nature of this game might limit how player explore the world, once again, they nail it in its own genre.    … Expand
  9. joewat64
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Waited a long time for Blizzard to release the 4th installment to the Diablo series. Blizzard did a great job and I'm loving the game and cant wait to see what else is still to come. Wasn't thrilled about paying early to play early and having login issues but they were resolved quickly.
  10. JeffSavi
    Jun 7, 2023
    9
    Really nice game and nice improvement to the franchise.

    Gameplay, music and boss fights, all of it are INCREDIBLE.

    I wish they could mention Diablo III more, but we'll see what future expansions hold.
  11. Princetom
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! I love it. Nice combat system, open world, story and endgame. Best Diablo ever
  12. Vasokaz
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    An amazing game, the one game which restored my faith that new Blizzard could produce something dark, serious, immersive, near flawless in gameplay and, most importantly, not splattered with rainbow vomit propaganda all over it. I'm too busy playing it, so I'll give some quick points:

    1) Story - most likely the best on the ARPG market at the moment, it had several weak moments, but    An amazing game, the one game which restored my faith that new Blizzard could produce something dark, serious, immersive, near flawless in gameplay and, most importantly, not splattered with rainbow vomit propaganda all over it. I'm too busy playing it, so I'll give some quick points:

    1) Story - most likely the best on the ARPG market at the moment, it had several weak moments, but overall it's a solid 8/10.
    2) Graphics - best in the genre by far.
    3) Combat - smoothest and cleanest in the genre by far, Blizzard polish.
    4) Build Variety - weak at first glance, much better as you progress to the end game and start dropping particular legendary effects, near infinite possibilities at end game.
    5) Immersion - this cannot be understated, I have never played a more immersive game with a better built world than this, and I've played all other ARPGs on the market, they outdid themselves.
    6) Pacing - slower and more immersive pacing on the contrary of zoom zoom style of D3 rifts and POE mapping, you actually see whats going on on your screen and you're not getting a seizure. Battles feel weightly and impactful. Main reason I love it so much. Note, this changes at the max endgame as the game gets faster, but still nowhere near as POE or D3.
    7) Now for the minus - monetization, extremely greedy box price and store prices for cosmetics, but that's the only problem I see with the game
    8) 0 woke garbage, good marketing, they know their target audience for Diablo.

    This is a must buy if you're an ARPG fan.    … Expand
  13. Cringlepringles
    Jun 7, 2023
    8
    The outstanding point of Diablo IV is the world design and combat. Not to mention barely any bugs on 1st day at launch. The story is a little goofy in some places but it's still alright.
  14. MJ1988
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    A worthy successor. It looks great, gameplay is excellent and the monetization is only for skins.
    Standard skins already looks amazing so no need to buy. Characters feel balanced and all have their own play style. Finally a AAA game worthy of my money. You wont regret buying this game!
  15. Szczurek155
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Awesome game, a lot of activities, nearly 100h played and 1000+ incoming. Playing with Fiance on couch coop and having fantastic time. See you in Sanctuary!
  16. mordecai35
    Jun 7, 2023
    9
    Diablo IV is a vast improvement to the franchise, perfectly mixing the best features of 2 and 3, while adding lots of things on top that make the experience even better. The story is great, the combat is fun and deep, the world offers great explorations and things to do. Highly Recommended. It's sad that gamers, who have issues with certain aspects can't be reasonable with their reviews.
  17. BreezyBadger
    Jun 7, 2023
    9
    The game is great but wait a few weeks before buying, otherwise this will be your experience:
    ** Start Game **
    Queued for log in ~ 5 minutes remaining. ** 20 minutes later ** Queued for log in ~ 15 minutes remaining. ** 40 minutes later ** Queued for log in ~ 11 minutes remaining. ** 60 minutes later ** Queued for game start ~ 5 minutes remaining. ** 1.5 hours later ** Queued    The game is great but wait a few weeks before buying, otherwise this will be your experience:
    ** Start Game **
    Queued for log in ~ 5 minutes remaining.
    ** 20 minutes later **
    Queued for log in ~ 15 minutes remaining.
    ** 40 minutes later **
    Queued for log in ~ 11 minutes remaining.
    ** 60 minutes later **
    Queued for game start ~ 5 minutes remaining.
    ** 1.5 hours later **
    Queued for game start ~ Start game pending..
    ** 2 hours later **
    Queued for game start ~ Start game pending..    … Expand
  18. Drejoe
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    This is an absolute masterpiece. Great story, great gameplay and I am enjoying the endgame so far. The scaling is great, because I can still enjoy the game with low level friends without melting everything in their path.
    10/10 would slay Lilith again
  19. Zski
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    This is a review from a long time fan of the series. I don't have a log of the hours that I spent on Diablo 2, but given that I played it consistently for five years, and then on and off for the following fifteen years, I'm willing to bet its well over a thousand hours. Similarly, I invested hundreds upon hundreds of hours into Diablo 3 across multiple platforms. In addition to those, IThis is a review from a long time fan of the series. I don't have a log of the hours that I spent on Diablo 2, but given that I played it consistently for five years, and then on and off for the following fifteen years, I'm willing to bet its well over a thousand hours. Similarly, I invested hundreds upon hundreds of hours into Diablo 3 across multiple platforms. In addition to those, I messed around with several of the Diablo clones over the years - Path of Exile, Torchlight, Titan Quest, among many others. Needless to say, I was beyond excited for Diablo 4. I purchased it on PC and on PS5 to do couch coop with my wife.

    I am a Diablo 2 purist, no matter what the series does, I think that is a timeless formula, so I am always a little rough to accept change in the series, even if it takes it in the right direction. Diablo 4 really takes the series to new heights while keeping the same core dungeon crawling, loot hunting, monster slaying concepts. The open world feels very appropriate for the Diablo series without steering off into other MMORPG territories. It keeps the same spirit of the series but it makes the world feel so much more alive. It is difficult to put into words but it is something that you absolutely have to experience for yourself. The world itself is static which is completely new for the series, but all of the dungeons are procedurally generated like you would expect, and it executes it very well. Blizzard made everything feel much deeper than ever before, and they executed it perfectly. I feel almost as if Diablo 3 tried to add this layer of depth, but they needed to test their foundation over a decade to make it work this fluidly. I also like the connectivity with other players - you'll find them in town, you'll randomly come across other players doing an event that you'll link up with for 5 minutes and head your separate ways. It's very nonintrusive and totally adds to the experience.

    The character skills development, and overall depth to the gameplay is all there - the more you play, the more you realize how complex the character building really is. Once you think you have it under control, it just adds more and more depth and complexity to it. Its the most fleshed out Diablo experience without a doubt. The great part about it is that you can play it how you wish. The complexity is there if you really want to get sweaty with the game, but there is so much content that even casual players can fully immerse themselves with as much as they feel comfortable with. I really enjoyed playing this with my wife because she largely does not play any videogames, but I managed to hook her with Diablo 3 many years ago. Its complex enough for me to be able to really get into the stats and builds, but straight forward enough where she can create and customize her character on a far more casual level, yet we can play on the same couch and love it the same.

    The graphics are fantastic, although sometimes the textures look a little too shiny and wet, and some of the character models in the cutscenes look like clay and a bit out of place, but overall the graphics are fantastic. The music is amazing and very well composed, or perfectly ambient. The story overall is excellent for a Diablo game, but the world building and lore is where its at. There is a ton to dig into if you are wanting to learn more about the world of Diablo, something that the series was always lacking. Most importantly, the world has that gothic art style that was present in Diablo 2, and not the oddly colorful art style of Diablo 3.

    Overall, nobody does ARPGs better than Diablo. Nobody. This feels like all of the growth that Diablo 3 experienced and all of their trials and errors are fully realized into this game. I'm still a Diablo 2 purist, they did everything perfect with that game. But if I want to play Diablo 2, I'll play Diablo 2. This was an absolutely necessary step for the franchise and it makes the growing period from Diablo 3 completely worth it.    … Expand
  20. Cindrome
    Jun 7, 2023
    9
    After 40 hours I have to say, it was an amazing experience. The graphics were top-notch and brought the game to life. The storyline was engaging and kept me hooked until the very end. The controls were smooth and easy to use, making gameplay a breeze. I also appreciated the variety of challenges and tasks within the game, which kept things interesting. I highly recommend Diablo4 to anyoneAfter 40 hours I have to say, it was an amazing experience. The graphics were top-notch and brought the game to life. The storyline was engaging and kept me hooked until the very end. The controls were smooth and easy to use, making gameplay a breeze. I also appreciated the variety of challenges and tasks within the game, which kept things interesting. I highly recommend Diablo4 to anyone looking for a fun and immersive gaming experience.… Expand
  21. Laserkatten8994
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Diablo 4 is a very fun game and definitely an improvement from the third. Hopefully the game will age better than Diablo 3 did.
  22. Tearyeyez
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    It's a great game with tons to do and lots of endgame content. Ignore the mindless reviews by the infinite source of (zoomer) drones who love their cancel culture just a little bit too much.

    Controls are great (controller and keyboard an mouse), has a cross platform pack and runs great on almost any PC.
  23. Fleary
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    The game is realy fun. The Story is dark and the gameplay smooth .
    And a good Release without bigger Bugs.
  24. ShakeNBake
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    One of the best games EVER made (no joke). Combat is fast & fluid, everything is clearly visualised and when you die you know it's because you F'd up and nothing else. Story is 11/10 - full gas from start to finish with no bloopers in between. Map is absolutely MASSIVE, with a tonne of side content to clear whenever you feel like taking a break from main story. The one and only TRUEOne of the best games EVER made (no joke). Combat is fast & fluid, everything is clearly visualised and when you die you know it's because you F'd up and nothing else. Story is 11/10 - full gas from start to finish with no bloopers in between. Map is absolutely MASSIVE, with a tonne of side content to clear whenever you feel like taking a break from main story. The one and only TRUE successor to Diablo II is here!!!… Expand
  25. Antoleonido
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Pues la verdad que me parece impresionante el juego, muy lejos de la realidad de esa gente q le esta poniendo un 0 o un 4,entrando en comparativas fuera de la saga diablo...a mi me parece un juego sobresaliente,asia tiempo q no me pegaba tantas horas sentado otra vez dandole a un juego.
  26. Kn1ght269
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Loving every second of this great game. A return to the more dark atmosphere was the correct choice.
  27. propigator
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    Everything that I could’ve hoped for from a Diablo game. Visuals and sound design are top notch. The darker tone is very welcome. Combat is fun and visceral. So much weight to every hit. And a lot of build variety. I’m not a story guy, but even I found myself interested in what was going to happen. I’m not a fan of the in game store, but I never felt like I needed to open it or that I wasEverything that I could’ve hoped for from a Diablo game. Visuals and sound design are top notch. The darker tone is very welcome. Combat is fun and visceral. So much weight to every hit. And a lot of build variety. I’m not a story guy, but even I found myself interested in what was going to happen. I’m not a fan of the in game store, but I never felt like I needed to open it or that I was missing out by not buying anything.… Expand
  28. Venge1155
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Not liking a game's optional monetization is a fine criticism to have, however giving that game a ZERO because of purely cosmetic mictrotransactions is asinine.

    The game is well worth the wait. Taking the best aspects of Diablo 3 and pairing it with the storytelling and ambiance of Diablo and Diablo 2. There are few legitimate grips I have with the game, but lets get to them first.    Not liking a game's optional monetization is a fine criticism to have, however giving that game a ZERO because of purely cosmetic mictrotransactions is asinine.

    The game is well worth the wait. Taking the best aspects of Diablo 3 and pairing it with the storytelling and ambiance of Diablo and Diablo 2. There are few legitimate grips I have with the game, but lets get to them first.

    Leaderboards: Should have been in at launch, they have already confirmed they will be ready for later seasons but this seems like an sad oversight.

    Road map: I think that they should have given us the road map for season 1 and 2 at launch. Just look at the silly review bombing that is happening here, it could be 100% discounted if we had a road map the showed exactly what each season's main content would be.

    Over-world travel on the mount: The mount itself is just not a fluid as I would like. Stuttering, and rubber-banding on the mount is just frustrating.

    Now for what I love.

    The gameplay for each class is INCREDIBLE. Fluid, visceral, varied and just a damn good time. You find yourself going from event to event in the overworld just because of how much fun it is to wade through the monsters with your classes chosen kit.

    The story is, perhaps, the best they have ever created. The side quests are utterly enthralling. You will be doing some dumb fetch quest that leads to you questioning how you're raising your kids. Am I as supportive of a father as I think I am? These thoughts have gone through my head multiple times and more while doing SIDE QUESTS!

    If the $70 price is too much for you you will not have to wait long for a sale, Blizzard puts games on sale mere months after they come out. Please do yourself a favor and ignore the hate, ignore the store, and just give this game a chance. I promise it will not disappoint.    … Expand
  29. Gnafar
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    Here's the simple truth, this is the BEST game that Blizzard has released since the original World of Warcraft from 2004. Yes, this game is better than Diablo 3, Starcraft 2, Overwatch, Heroes of the Storm, and Hearthstone. I am leaving out remasters and expansions. The Blizzard team should be very proud of what they've created here. This is going to be a worthy game of the year candidate.Here's the simple truth, this is the BEST game that Blizzard has released since the original World of Warcraft from 2004. Yes, this game is better than Diablo 3, Starcraft 2, Overwatch, Heroes of the Storm, and Hearthstone. I am leaving out remasters and expansions. The Blizzard team should be very proud of what they've created here. This is going to be a worthy game of the year candidate.

    As for the negative reviews, I have not read one single negative review on here that is actually sensible or fair. Most of them are full of ridiculous critiques from people who don't really have a clue. The average critic score is far more indicative of the quality of the game.    … Expand
  30. Smotethef0rk
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    Blizzard really knocked it out of the park! Diablo 4 is a return to its roots. The atmosphere, graphics, audio/music, cinematics, game-play, quest lines and story are all top notch. This is the true sequel to Diablo 2. Best launch I've seen in a while with short (less than 1 minute) queue times with zero server down time when I've tried logging in, which is fantastic considering howBlizzard really knocked it out of the park! Diablo 4 is a return to its roots. The atmosphere, graphics, audio/music, cinematics, game-play, quest lines and story are all top notch. This is the true sequel to Diablo 2. Best launch I've seen in a while with short (less than 1 minute) queue times with zero server down time when I've tried logging in, which is fantastic considering how Blizzards launches can sometimes go.… Expand
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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 90
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 90
  3. Negative: 0 out of 90
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Aug 29, 2023
    66
    It’s almost like Diablo 4 developers are consciously fighting against everything that made classic Diablo fun. [Issue#262, p.80]
  2. GameCritics
    Jul 10, 2023
    65
    While the future of the game is anyone’s guess, at present Diablo IV is a solid, but strangely unambitious take that fails to bring much new to the table. By the end of my travels, I was more than willing to put it down and take a break — somewhere amongst all the grinding, Diablo IV had unfortunately ground me down as well.
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  3. Meristation
    Jul 7, 2023
    90
    The best Blizzard launch in a long time and a worthy game to be called Diablo.
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