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  1. Jun 9, 2023
    10
    After over 100 hours in, i finally feel legitimate to share an honest opinion. First, i will say that I would rate D4 9 out of 10, but i put in an extra point just to balance all the over-the-top backlash.
    The visuals and music are refreshing and polished, story is good and we can tell that this is only the first chapter in a broader scenario, the open-world is well handled, the launch
    After over 100 hours in, i finally feel legitimate to share an honest opinion. First, i will say that I would rate D4 9 out of 10, but i put in an extra point just to balance all the over-the-top backlash.
    The visuals and music are refreshing and polished, story is good and we can tell that this is only the first chapter in a broader scenario, the open-world is well handled, the launch was a total success...
    But here are the things this game does best imo :
    The activities are quite varied and you always have at least 3 different things to do that don't feel like a waste of time. Basically, you are free to hop from one thing to another and still feel like you're making great progress.
    Customization is amazing : the glyphs, talents, the absence of sets and the abundance of different legendary passives create a ton of different ways to optimize and try stuff, even within one particular gameplay, which is great when you compare that to previous Blizz titles such as Wow or Diablo 3. Of course, min-maxers will always find that one combination that performs 1% better than all the rest, but most players will just enjoy to have the freedom of choice to find what they enjoy best.

    There's so much more to say ; in my opinion, the main cons for this game are the lack of space in the inventory and some clarity issues with the attacks of certain enemies that can track and stun you, but that's overall really minor in comparison to the pros.
    The more i play it, the more I appreciate all the choices the dev team made. I'm totally sure that most of the ratings below 5 are people who played for less than 10 hours. D4 definitely deserves a try and it does not disappoint.
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  2. Jun 10, 2023
    10
    Goog game, love to play it! More better then D3 and D2 for me. Some issues with servers but it will be fixed. Waiting for updates
  3. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    This game is a lot of fun. Isn't that all that matters? Innovative? No, but who cares? It does everything that it does, right. I'm having a blast.
  4. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Diablo has been a breath of fresh air in gaming. The reintroduction of the skill tree is greatly appreciated, and build diversity is significantly better than D3.
  5. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's strange this is getting review bombed with scores of 0 etc. It's a great game. Really fun. Yeah a few issues to iron out but very good on release and lots of room to grow. Expand
  6. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    Diablo!!!!!!!!!
    Beautiful graphics
    Varied end game options
    Best story telling in a Diablo game to date
  7. Jun 14, 2023
    9
    I am now lv63 and I am quite happy with the game. Can't wait for the first season
  8. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    The game has just launch, most complains here are unfounded, so I will give my take on it, the game flows are incredible, the combat is as good as a arpg could be, a lot to be improved on the game, but it's the best launch a diablo have ever had.
  9. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    A great game for fans of the series and a solid foundation on which to build going forward. Review bombing an insult to the brilliant work of some great devs
  10. Jun 10, 2023
    10
    This is a fun game, but fun is of course subjective.
  11. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    so to start this game is a 10 with issues nothing major in my opinion. i will say bag space, storage, ect minor things but overall this game is fantastic is it perfect no, is it diablo 2 or poe well no, but what it is truly is just a nice new addition to the diablo franchise with fresh ideas and a new perspective to the franchise and to the gaming industry as a whole. they have done aso to start this game is a 10 with issues nothing major in my opinion. i will say bag space, storage, ect minor things but overall this game is fantastic is it perfect no, is it diablo 2 or poe well no, but what it is truly is just a nice new addition to the diablo franchise with fresh ideas and a new perspective to the franchise and to the gaming industry as a whole. they have done a fantastic job and overall a service to the gaming industry that we havent seen in many many many many years and im more than happy to call this a diablo game. Expand
  12. Jun 9, 2023
    9
    (Preface: if I included the "early access" edition nonsense ánd the shop on day 1 on top of a 69,99 euro pricetag in my score for the game, I'd give it a 7 - but this review is about the game, not the scummy business bollocks.)

    TL;DR: Dark, gory, atmospheric, beautiful, responsive combat and addictive gameplay with some confusing game systems and imperfect UI tooltips. Diablo IV is a
    (Preface: if I included the "early access" edition nonsense ánd the shop on day 1 on top of a 69,99 euro pricetag in my score for the game, I'd give it a 7 - but this review is about the game, not the scummy business bollocks.)

    TL;DR: Dark, gory, atmospheric, beautiful, responsive combat and addictive gameplay with some confusing game systems and imperfect UI tooltips.

    Diablo IV is a good and solid, modernised entry that thankfully borrowed the good parts from it's three predecessors, and mashed them together in a beautifully designed familiar world with everything you want and expect from a Diablo game. The cutscenes (both ingame and prerendered) are incredibly well done, the music and sound are top notch, and on my low-to-mid PC and high-end PC, it runs extremely well, apart from a few rubber banding hitches.

    Now, that's all nice, but how is the one thing you'll be doing a lot: slaughtering demons, exploding spiders and butchering goatmen. Thankfully, Blizzard decided to use the combat from Diablo III as a guideline, where even though over time and patches, the numbers and attacks ramped up to insane speeds, D4 retains a pretty fast combat system, even though movementspeed feels quite lacking until you unlock your mount after a few hours of the campaign .

    The talenttrees are..fine. There are a handful of too many passives that don't do anything special apart from "increase x by y%" but overall, after gaining your legendaries with a pretty decent droprate, where skills exchange their "element" for example, a physical attack now counting as earth damage, opens up the talentrrees and tinkering to make a build around the gear you have pretty exciting.

    So, is it great? No, not yet. I foresee a plateau of of endgame where people feel "done" with the game quickly, But, with the hope as how D3 had free patch and (minor) content updates a few times a year with seasons, here's hoping D4 will have the same treatment, that new content, items, difficulties and talentbuilds will be available rapidly, together with some (hopefully not overpriced) expansion DLC packs with a new class and story act. But so far, it's a pretty good game.
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  13. Jun 15, 2023
    8
    I am genuinely impressed with the production quality, improvements and amount of content available in D4 at launch.

    D4 has improved upon its predecessor in literally every way and it truly seems like they met their goals of bringing a darker feel like d1/d2, better combat like d3, and a better progression system like d2. The World: I cannot get over how much better the world feels
    I am genuinely impressed with the production quality, improvements and amount of content available in D4 at launch.

    D4 has improved upon its predecessor in literally every way and it truly seems like they met their goals of bringing a darker feel like d1/d2, better combat like d3, and a better progression system like d2.

    The World: I cannot get over how much better the world feels then any other diablo game. It feels like we are running around an mmo, the verticality that was introduced and all the work you can tell went into every area.. I wonder how much time they spent building it, because it's great.

    The Story / Theme: Easily the best story out of the entire diablo franchise(I have PTSD after d3). So many moments i thought 'oh no, they are doing to kill x person off in a dumb way'. It.. never happened. I was surprised, laughed and had my jaw open at some points at well. It was good.

    The Gameplay: Combat feels good as it has since d3. Not really much to say here, feels like an improved version of d3s combat.

    The Progression / Itemization: They seem to have hit a sweet spot in progression / itemization. Between your skill tree, paragon boards, gems, item upgrades, affix rerolls and legendary power management. Out the gate has much more depth and control then any of the previous games without being too complex.

    Verdict: Diablo 4 really has taken the best parts of the previous games and improved upon each of them, some areas have advanced more then others but each has been improved upon. Creating an experience that will serve as a great foundation for them to build upon for years to come. Pair that with their large investment in the franchise working on two seasons and two expansions at any given moment it's looking like diablo 4 will be one of the great ARPGs of our time if the dev team continues to hit their after launch goals with the same quality and passion they did making the base game.
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  14. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    i completed diablo 1 countless times and think diablo 4 is the best since diablo 1. However i have a problem i want to see and complete an entire area before moving on to the next. So I'm level 36 before I moved on to act II and there was still a lot of content I need to go back to
  15. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    It's an amazingly good thought out game. The current price of games has nothing to do with the review of the quality of the game. If you liked diablo 2, you will most definitely like diablo 4. It is also catered more towards people with less available playtime, with a lot of progression systems, all along the way to level 100. Given how many games release in a dire state nowadays, this isIt's an amazingly good thought out game. The current price of games has nothing to do with the review of the quality of the game. If you liked diablo 2, you will most definitely like diablo 4. It is also catered more towards people with less available playtime, with a lot of progression systems, all along the way to level 100. Given how many games release in a dire state nowadays, this is a refreshingly quality release! Expand
  16. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    I've been playing Diablo since the original jn the 90s, and this is the best and most complex by far.
  17. Jun 12, 2023
    9
    Here, many people don’t like that you need constant online or that quests are given earlier than necessary, but I’ll tell you we live in 2023, this is our reality, people change their minds, we have been waiting for the next numbered part of Diablo for **** 11 years! Personally, I like everything so far, it’s like I’ve returned to my childhood again, and I’m jamming demons to death!
  18. Jun 12, 2023
    9
    Great game. Offers you more end game content than Diablo 3 did at launch.
    It needs a bit of ironing out, but nothing gamebreaking.
  19. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    Game is just perfect nothing to say. There is a lot of meat to bite into. A lot to do . Its a masterclass.
  20. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    Game is great, perfect? Of course not. Story is great for a Diablo game and most ARPGs. Its simple enough to jump in but still has some complexities for those who want it. Not in the same league as PoE or LE though.

    If you like the Diablo franchise you will enjoy this. The haters just giving this game scores below a 6 are just angry man babies.
  21. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    I was very skeptical going in after the experience of Diablo 3 launch but was quickly surprised at how smooth the launch was and the amount of content in the game.

    This is a love letter to previous Diablo games, with the atmosphere of D1 and D2 but a modernised approach to the combat. The gameplay feels amazing, story has been fun to dive in and most surprisingly is how engaged I am
    I was very skeptical going in after the experience of Diablo 3 launch but was quickly surprised at how smooth the launch was and the amount of content in the game.

    This is a love letter to previous Diablo games, with the atmosphere of D1 and D2 but a modernised approach to the combat. The gameplay feels amazing, story has been fun to dive in and most surprisingly is how engaged I am with exploring and completing side content rather than rushing the campaign.

    Once again, this is a love letter to fans of the series, one that has continued to surprise me in the amount of enjoyment I'm getting out of it. See you in Sanctuary!
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  22. Jun 14, 2023
    8
    Best hack&slay i played ever! Still room for improvement (balancing, endgame, items) but as it is now its already great. Com at feels perfekt, Graphics and Sound are great.
  23. Jun 13, 2023
    8
    Playing with a friend and having a blast just got to level 62. Rolled a rogue at first he’s 56 chose to go druid long term. This game is a ton of fun I don’t know what all the whining is about. The only problem I could see is if renown resets every season that would be my biggest gripe balancing etc you just have to ignore that for now until more playtime has happened. Every class is morePlaying with a friend and having a blast just got to level 62. Rolled a rogue at first he’s 56 chose to go druid long term. This game is a ton of fun I don’t know what all the whining is about. The only problem I could see is if renown resets every season that would be my biggest gripe balancing etc you just have to ignore that for now until more playtime has happened. Every class is more than viable haven’t tried pvp yet though and probably will avoid it until season start. I advise just playing the game and not just running one dungeon over and over if you are streamlining then you set yourself up for less enjoyment period. Expand
  24. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    The game isn't perfect for sure but doesn't deserve a 0.

    Pros - Difficulty is good. Never feel op like in D3. This isn't Diablo arcade mode like the previous entry. - Gorgeous graphics and locations. - Story is awesome - Skill tree and paragons requires you to think. Cons - Dungeons feels repetitive - Certains endgames activities need a buff to rewards. Whispers and helltides are fun
    The game isn't perfect for sure but doesn't deserve a 0.

    Pros
    - Difficulty is good. Never feel op like in D3. This isn't Diablo arcade mode like the previous entry.
    - Gorgeous graphics and locations.
    - Story is awesome
    - Skill tree and paragons requires you to think.

    Cons
    - Dungeons feels repetitive
    - Certains endgames activities need a buff to rewards. Whispers and helltides are fun ideas but doesn't have as much incentive as Dungeons and are quickly left behind.
    - Farming renown for season will definitely be a pain but I understand the reason for doing this.

    Overall great game deserving a 7 or 8. Trying to balance the trolls.
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  25. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Best game ever made, hours and hours of fun, extreme variety among game classes, modern graphics and quality storyline. I couldn't imagine anything better.
  26. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Ignore the neck beards review bombing. Just play the game for fun and enjoy. Dont like the cash shop? Dont buy anything, that simple.
  27. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    Worth the money for the campaign alone, with the promise of more good stuff to come. Beautifully crafted, engaging and consistently challenging. Easily the best game in the series.
  28. Jun 13, 2023
    8
    I'm here to provide a legitimate review for this game so here it is:

    Diablo 4 Overview ---------‐---------- Simply put Diablo 4 is an enjoyable experience for both casual and (some) harder core players looking to have a bit of fun in an ARPG. This review is centered more on the casual side of this but I'll make a note for players who want to GRIND this game out. Story
    I'm here to provide a legitimate review for this game so here it is:

    Diablo 4 Overview
    ---------‐----------
    Simply put Diablo 4 is an enjoyable experience for both casual and (some) harder core players looking to have a bit of fun in an ARPG. This review is centered more on the casual side of this but I'll make a note for players who want to GRIND this game out.

    Story
    ---------‐----------
    If you are a Diablo fan and love this game series' lore you will absolutely love this game's story. If you are new on the other hand I will say you may be a bit confused but there is something here for you to enjoy if you have someone explain things to you.
    I'll say this it's good really good but it's depending on the lore of the series if you don't want to look into that lore you won't enjoy the story as much.

    Gamplay
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    This is the act of playing the game and working with it's systems. The loop here is challenging but very VERY REWARDING and extremely FUN. It's tough but you can power through it!

    The classes are all satisfying and fun too!

    Playing the Barbarian you get a satisfying WACK to your attacks that you feel rewarded for!

    Playing the Necro you watch as enemies that have been debuffed lose their skin and fall to pieces when you kill them!

    As Sorcerer you watch as enemies may freeze and shatter or burn to death!

    These are just examples but they have a great loop here and that makes the game worth the asking price!

    PvP
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    PvP deserves a spot here its an optional experience and is an extraction based "gamemode".......it's better than every other Diablo (Not a big win)......but is unfortunately incapable of being balanced (Daze is stupid in PvP). Players will run from you when extracting which makes you feel like you've wasted your time going after them when they extract and it still let's them extract no blocking the extract. The level differences here are around 10 levels. Levels will win fights by default. Honestly would recommend not playing this as Blizzard said they would NEVER balance it.

    Hardcore
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    As for hardcore players......this is where the game loses some points class trees are small and provide a decent variety of builds (More than most ARPGs!) but all of your power will come from 50+ and the paragon board which is fun but......can kill the experience when all you're doing is grinding levels. The grind is there if you want it but gear feels sorta rewarding......a unique is always an interesting grab but the scaling takes away from the power progression quite a bit in trade for playing online which imo isn't worth it with the minor changes made for online play.

    Play if you want but don't expect POE levels of things to do that may turn you on or off for the game.

    Things to Note
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    Shop isn't pay to win and the battle pass is not going to be pay to win. Shop is expensive and is not okay price wise. This takes a point off the game as this game is already $70! If prices were normal I wouldn't take a point off.

    Game is Open World now which is a great change!

    Mounts are to be noted here as the open world is great BUT there are barriers EVERYWHERE which makes traveling unfun in some cases (Sounds like a small gripe but I wouldn't note it if it wasn't worth noting.)

    Summary
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    This game is a solid 8/10 with minor issues.
    Game is a GREAT casual experience as for hardcore there are a few dependencies for entry as endgame is not shallow persay but is definitely a turn off for POE style players. Play it for the story stay for the gameplay!
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  29. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    Don't let these brain-dead salt-mining limp wristed "gamers" lie to you. This game is nearly 10/10.

    It is not perfect and can be improved upon, but giving factually wrong information in your review is toxic and won't help the game get to the better state that you would like to see it in. The TRUTH is that this is a great game. If I'm having fun and you're not, you must be running
    Don't let these brain-dead salt-mining limp wristed "gamers" lie to you. This game is nearly 10/10.

    It is not perfect and can be improved upon, but giving factually wrong information in your review is toxic and won't help the game get to the better state that you would like to see it in. The TRUTH is that this is a great game. If I'm having fun and you're not, you must be running Champions Demise for 7 hours a day trying to level up and rush endgame content only to focus on the least dense gameplay of any ARPG.

    Start a character, do campaign missions, go off into the sidequests, go venture into a spot you haven't yet, go waste some time getting collectibles (they level your stats anyways, nerds).

    Paragon board is only enhancing your power, the spinach is in your gear.
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  30. Jun 13, 2023
    8
    Hello guys there is my short review:

    1. Graphic 10/10 2. atmosphere 9/10 3. fighting system 8/10 4. 5/10 dungeons feels a bit repetitive and have some problems when u are start farm endgame 5. Items/crafting/loot - 4/10, 3.5/10 p.s. as a very old diablo 1-2 player, I got a lot of fun and still really really like this game, if you are diablo fun you will get a lot of fun and you
    Hello guys there is my short review:

    1. Graphic 10/10
    2. atmosphere 9/10
    3. fighting system 8/10
    4. 5/10 dungeons feels a bit repetitive and have some problems when u are start farm endgame
    5. Items/crafting/loot - 4/10, 3.5/10

    p.s. as a very old diablo 1-2 player, I got a lot of fun and still really really like this game, if you are diablo fun you will get a lot of fun and you will spent a lot of hours in this game, but ofc I wish Dev's will add more complexity to the craft system and itemization.

    Meanwhile I will put 8 points because I really believe that they add more and more in features in future patches and seasons, if not I will change it from 8 to 5.

    by features I hope it will be:
    1. More complex itemization,
    2. More complex endgame crafting, because at the end the whole idea of this game its all around items.
    3. Maybe some unique league events like in PoE.
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  31. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Combines the best of Diablo 3 and Diablo 2 in one huge OpenWorld Game. Gameplay and Combat is very satisfying. Attention: You get addicted very soon.
  32. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    Absolute banger. Diablo 2 fans can go play D2R and Path of exile fans can play Path of exile. Thanks blizzard for not copying and providing a great game.
  33. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Excellent, great cinematically, good content for Endgame in spite of just having been launched.
  34. Jun 9, 2023
    10
    It's an amazing game satisfactory and fun. The story is great if you enjoyed the other diablo games or rpg style games you will have a blast
  35. Jun 12, 2023
    9
    Loving this game quite a bit. I've played for over 100 hours, am level 60, completed the main story line, and after several days of exploring end game activities, I am very impressed with the game from start to finish. Sure there are wrinkles to iron out, but overall it was quite a smooth release on PC, no major bugs for me, technical performance on my 3080 has been solid (usually wellLoving this game quite a bit. I've played for over 100 hours, am level 60, completed the main story line, and after several days of exploring end game activities, I am very impressed with the game from start to finish. Sure there are wrinkles to iron out, but overall it was quite a smooth release on PC, no major bugs for me, technical performance on my 3080 has been solid (usually well over 100FPS with maxed out settings). I've has no server errors/kicks/crashes, or queues longer than 5 minutes (one time). In an age where dev release broken, buggy technical messes, this has been a prime example of how to properly do it. Of course there is tons of room for improvements, but this is a SOLID foundation on which to start Expand
  36. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    The game is incredible! It is a love letter to all Diablo fans. Those who are review bombing the game are individuals who literally can't be satisfied. They may have some criticisms that could help make the game better, but bombing the game is not the way do be productive. If you are a review bomber go to Hell!

    A perfect mix of game loop, content, addicting as Hell, immersive, deep,
    The game is incredible! It is a love letter to all Diablo fans. Those who are review bombing the game are individuals who literally can't be satisfied. They may have some criticisms that could help make the game better, but bombing the game is not the way do be productive. If you are a review bomber go to Hell!

    A perfect mix of game loop, content, addicting as Hell, immersive, deep, story-driven, ... just amazing!
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  37. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    The huge amount of free whine and cheese helped me save some money for the ultimate edition, thanks!

    Seriously, I'm having a blast. For a fresh release it's in a great state and an awesome foundation. Was very sceptical since Blizz made more than one bad decision in the last years, but this is a good direction. Sure shop prizes are crazy, but at least there are nice ingame skins too,
    The huge amount of free whine and cheese helped me save some money for the ultimate edition, thanks!

    Seriously, I'm having a blast. For a fresh release it's in a great state and an awesome foundation. Was very sceptical since Blizz made more than one bad decision in the last years, but this is a good direction. Sure shop prizes are crazy, but at least there are nice ingame skins too, and if it helps further development, I'm fine with it.

    The people who wanted an identical but completely different D2, will never be happy probably.
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  38. Jun 18, 2023
    8
    Diablo 4, the highly anticipated installment in the iconic franchise, delivers a solid experience that shows promise for the future of the series. While it may not be without its flaws, the game manages to capture the essence of the Diablo universe and offers a satisfying journey for both new and returning players. Here's why Diablo 4 deserves recognition for its notable improvements andDiablo 4, the highly anticipated installment in the iconic franchise, delivers a solid experience that shows promise for the future of the series. While it may not be without its flaws, the game manages to capture the essence of the Diablo universe and offers a satisfying journey for both new and returning players. Here's why Diablo 4 deserves recognition for its notable improvements and potential to evolve.

    One of the standout aspects of Diablo 4 is its dark and atmospheric world. The game's visuals are impressive, featuring detailed environments that effectively convey the foreboding nature of Sanctuary. From eerie forests to desolate wastelands, each location feels distinct and adds depth to the overall experience. The attention to detail in the art design and atmospheric effects creates a moody ambiance that immerses players in the grim and treacherous world.

    Combat in Diablo 4 is engaging and enjoyable, particularly for those who revel in hack-and-slash gameplay. The fluid animations and impactful abilities make every encounter thrilling, as you unleash devastating attacks against hordes of demons. The variety of character classes provides different playstyles to suit individual preferences, offering options for both close-quarters combat and long-range spellcasting. Although combat mechanics may not introduce groundbreaking innovations, they do stay true to the satisfying and addictive core gameplay that fans have come to expect.

    Diablo 4 features an open-world design that encourages exploration and discovery. The vast landscapes are filled with dungeons, side quests, and hidden treasures, making each journey off the beaten path feel rewarding. While the open-world aspect is a departure from the linear structure of previous Diablo games, it offers a sense of freedom and adventure that breathes new life into the series. The day-night cycle and dynamic weather system add further immersion, creating a living world that evolves as you progress.

    The narrative in Diablo 4 aims to delve deeper into the lore of the franchise, and while it may not be groundbreaking, it does provide an intriguing backdrop for your adventures. The storytelling is serviceable, with memorable characters and cinematic cutscenes that drive the plot forward. However, the pacing occasionally feels uneven, and the narrative fails to reach the same heights as some of its predecessors. Nonetheless, the story provides a solid foundation that sets the stage for potential expansions and future content.

    While Diablo 4 has its share of strengths, it's important to acknowledge that the game is still a work in progress. Some areas, such as itemization, endgame content, inventory management and UI customization could benefit from further refinement and expansion. Additionally, occasional technical issues and balance concerns may arise, impacting the overall experience. However, Blizzard's commitment to ongoing updates and improvements gives hope for the game's future.

    In summary, Diablo 4 may not be a flawless, but it presents a solid foundation upon which the franchise can build. With its captivating world, satisfying combat, open-world exploration, and multiplayer focus, the game offers an enjoyable experience that holds promise for the Diablo series. As updates and expansions continue to shape the game, Diablo 4 has the potential to grow into an exceptional addition to the franchise.
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  39. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    The game is very fun and the levelling process is extremely enjoyable for ARPGs. Playing with friends is endless fun as well. The Achilles heel is the control integration which was transferred to the PC game. this unfortunately leads to the clicking not being precise and hitboxes for non-enemies in the world should not be clickable in a fight (dead friend ghosts). Other than that oneThe game is very fun and the levelling process is extremely enjoyable for ARPGs. Playing with friends is endless fun as well. The Achilles heel is the control integration which was transferred to the PC game. this unfortunately leads to the clicking not being precise and hitboxes for non-enemies in the world should not be clickable in a fight (dead friend ghosts). Other than that one thing, this game is almost perfect. Expand
  40. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    It is funny to watch how some people are desperately trying to review bomb one o the the most solid game releases of this year. It shows that the big problem in gaming nowadays is not only the industry that makes games but also the hordes of immature whiners incapable of enjoying anything in life.
  41. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Diablo IV is the first Diablo game I've gotten to experience at launch. I've played 2 and 3 and I have to say that this game does all the right things to make it feel like a Diablo experience while updating some critical old gameplay design that is no longer relative in today's gaming space.

    Gameplay is classic Diablo with many of its fun ARPG mechanics being enhanced if not perfected
    Diablo IV is the first Diablo game I've gotten to experience at launch. I've played 2 and 3 and I have to say that this game does all the right things to make it feel like a Diablo experience while updating some critical old gameplay design that is no longer relative in today's gaming space.

    Gameplay is classic Diablo with many of its fun ARPG mechanics being enhanced if not perfected in the latest entry. It is also very easy for someone who has never played Diablo or any ARPG to pick up learn from the prolog and easily start experimenting with a build and different weaponry.

    Classes mostly stem from the classes back in Diablo 2 which this game seems more heavily inspired by then the last entry Diablo 3. Classes seem so unique in their own right and their builds are also very customizable as well. From what I've seen most classes have 3-6 builds they can make on just one character. For example, I'm playing as a Druid who is a shapeshifter and uses the natural elements as spells. I could make a Werebear only shapeshifter build or Werewolf only or a combo of both and a combo of all of them combined it is very customizable to your own play style.

    For the open world I think it makes sense for a Diablo game epically their move to a more MMO Destiny type experience where the open world has events and other players roaming around killing Demons! Many may see this as a negative but i see it as a positive especially sense the Dungeons the bread and butter of Diablo's gameplay loop are only for you or your party.

    At the end of the day if you liked any of the Diablo's pick this game up especially if your newer to the franchise, I think many will enjoy it.
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  42. Jun 14, 2023
    8
    Wow! The amount of crybabies that need to review bomb a game because "they" don't like it or that something is not handed and fed to them, is ridiculous. I truly hope those people bought the high-end version of the game and do not get a refund. That would be based af.

    Anyways, is this game Diablo 2? No it is not. Is this game Diablo 3? No it is not. If you want to play a game like
    Wow! The amount of crybabies that need to review bomb a game because "they" don't like it or that something is not handed and fed to them, is ridiculous. I truly hope those people bought the high-end version of the game and do not get a refund. That would be based af.

    Anyways, is this game Diablo 2? No it is not. Is this game Diablo 3? No it is not. If you want to play a game like "boomer-ville" Diablo 2, then guess what? You can still play Diablo 2 (Resurrected even) and enjoy your "1-2 builds per class, killing Baal and Meph over and over" gaming session. People forget how repetitive Diablo 2 is just like all ARPGs. You act like that's not happening in those games still. Diablo 2 this and Diablo 2 that, STFU and move on.

    Now, is Diablo 4 a 10 out of 10? Absolutely not, but it's definitely not a 0-4, either, hell even a 5. These whiners wanted something that was not Diablo 3 and they got it and they are still crying. They will cry until the end of time and review bomb things they can't comprehend. Because everyone is cooler and keyboard warriors on the internet, but I'd bet half of them can't put together a sentence and talk in-person.

    Also, stop pre-ordering games. You don't want the so-called "trIplE A gAmEs tO tAkE my mOnEy" then stop pre-ordering them. You can't pre-order something and then cry that it sucks and ask for a refund. I be these are the same people who pre-ordered Anthem and Cyberpunk as well. You never learn do you?

    Always online? It's 2023. If you don't have the internet then you have been living under a rock. Always online has been a thing since Neverwinter Nights in 1991, but people adored it. Ya'll are just adding it to the list of things to cry about because you joined the masses to hate on Blizzard who has done nothing, but make improvements to their culture and games.

    Now the game; yes it is worth $70. You're going to put 70 hours or more into it and that's a measurement I go off. I know some think you need to only pay $10 for 5,000 hours of gameplay, its hard, but you'll survive darling. I see a lot of build-cryouts too. Guess what? You're gonna log onto Maxroll and pick the top tier build anyway, just like you did in Diablo 2 and as you still do in PoE. The game is a week old and you don't think there will be patches and build diversity coming? You obviously do not play games then.

    It's not Diablo 2, its not Diablo 3, and it's not PoE. It's simply a new take on a cool series. You will have fun more than likely. I challenge you to not look things up and actually play the game yourself. Watch a streamer play it. Check out a friend's game before you buy it, whatever floats your boat, but DO NOT listen to the review bomb society because they can't get their nuts to drop who are going to farm the same things over and over for that one extra stat point on one piece of gear and scream "GG blIzzArd."
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  43. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Great game, lots of room to grow for an ARPG, story was fantastic. Extremely excited for the first season to begin.
  44. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    Actually good and having a great time playing it. its just good hack and slash fun.
    The environment and set dressing is absolutely gorgeous.

    A lot of the user reviews on this site are extremely and unfairly over-critical in my opinion.
  45. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Story 10/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Build creation and options 10/10
    Gear and stats 10/10

    The game is just solid.
    The launch was perfect no queue or server lag for PC.

    The story was deep and dark and voice acting is spot on.

    The Open world is amazing, with randomised spawns of events.

    The end game is fun with Nightmare dungeons, helltide and more!

    And season 1 will start soon with new content!
  46. Jun 15, 2023
    8
    Don't listen to the review bombs. This game is pretty great. Lots of fun to be had and the gameplay feels much slower than d3, with more emphasis on positioning and dodging, which is great imo. Graphics are fantastic. Cinematics and story are great so far. There are a few bugs here and there and I have been actively avoiding any of the microtransactions, but overall I'd say it's definitelyDon't listen to the review bombs. This game is pretty great. Lots of fun to be had and the gameplay feels much slower than d3, with more emphasis on positioning and dodging, which is great imo. Graphics are fantastic. Cinematics and story are great so far. There are a few bugs here and there and I have been actively avoiding any of the microtransactions, but overall I'd say it's definitely worth the buy. You'll get hours and hours of fun for $70. Expand
  47. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    Bought a new pc to be able to play this better, totally worth it. Really enjoying the game just feels fun and powerful to play, not arcade like D3. Also enjoying the open world and new systems like gathering ingredients. Main downside is its hard to not play when I need to be responsible.
  48. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    Great! I played only 15hrs but I enjoyed all of it I’m still playing tho and I think I’ll easily hit 1k ;)
  49. Jul 1, 2023
    8
    I've played a lot in Diablo 2 and Zy-el mode and got so tired from casual grinding. I love this games, but I was looking for something new. Immortal was very disappointing project, but Blizzard made numerous part as well. Actually 4th part looks more like WoW in some cases.

    What is good: Story (the main story takes you from 1st city and gradually move to all other cities with interesting
    I've played a lot in Diablo 2 and Zy-el mode and got so tired from casual grinding. I love this games, but I was looking for something new. Immortal was very disappointing project, but Blizzard made numerous part as well. Actually 4th part looks more like WoW in some cases.

    What is good:
    Story (the main story takes you from 1st city and gradually move to all other cities with interesting actions)
    A lot of references to 2nd part (Meshif, Andariel, Duriel and so on)
    Open world
    New dungeons systems
    A lot of generating activities in the world
    Video scenes and actor voices
    New reputation system for all your fighters
    Sounds and music

    What is not good:
    Balancing with autoleveling system. Im not really sure that this is only one decision for online games, they could invent something more interesting.
    Online. You need ethernet connection for playing (even for main story, not additional actions). I don't mind against other players in my world, but servers lag sometimes and my ethernet connection sometimes breaking, so game returns my progress.

    In general i really enjoyed the project like in 2005. Thank you, Blizzard.
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  50. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Great gameplay, history and boss flight. I think micro transactions for visuals only are ok
  51. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Addicting as heck just like any other Diablo game. Game looks great with HDR enabled, and max settings at 4k, 120fps. So much prettier than D3 (thank God for that!!).

    Everyone on my friends list on the bnet app literally are playing this over WoW now. It's quite awesome to see so many people enjoying the game in a world filled with Metacritic trolls, just like you see here with all
    Addicting as heck just like any other Diablo game. Game looks great with HDR enabled, and max settings at 4k, 120fps. So much prettier than D3 (thank God for that!!).

    Everyone on my friends list on the bnet app literally are playing this over WoW now. It's quite awesome to see so many people enjoying the game in a world filled with Metacritic trolls, just like you see here with all the rotten scores. Nothing but idiotic complaints that make no sense.

    Bad graphics? Seriously? Might want to go back to D3 and tell me which game looks better...

    Trolls will be trolls and Metacritic is the perfect place for em. It's 10:40 pm and I've been playing for several hours straight now and my eyes are heavy. That's how addicting Blizzard games are, and Diablo 4 is no different.
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  52. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    People like to be overly critical with games like these.

    I'm 30 hours in and I'm having lots of fun. I count on playing a bunch more. That's it. Micro/macrotransactions ? Sure, but if you don't go into the shop, you'll forget they exist. Levelscaling ? If you just play the game like a normal person would, you'll actually find it's a solid advantage. You just go out and play. You'll
    People like to be overly critical with games like these.

    I'm 30 hours in and I'm having lots of fun. I count on playing a bunch more. That's it.

    Micro/macrotransactions ? Sure, but if you don't go into the shop, you'll forget they exist.
    Levelscaling ? If you just play the game like a normal person would, you'll actually find it's a solid advantage. You just go out and play. You'll always fight monsters of your level and thus get the right level of rewards.
    Bugs ? Not really.
    Always Online ? I agree on this one. It kinda sucks. I don't really want to see other players in *my* town and login in to play single player is lame.
    Build diversity ? I'm seeing complaints of "there's only 10 builds". You guys are ridiculous. Did you already make those 10 builds ? Do you not expect things to evolve in the future ? Maybe give the game more than a week before dismissing it ?

    I get that we want to compare this game with all the great games that came in the past, but you can't expect ALL releases to be significantly better in every aspect than everything else at launch.

    Can it improve ? Of course.
    Am I having fun right now and getting my money's worth ? For sure.
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  53. Jun 13, 2023
    8
    Why are people giving it a 0/10? xD Absolutely stupid what are ye even trying to do. GG games very nice!
  54. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    The perfection! Rpg like wow,lineage 2 e.t.c!! The coop and the pvp are great also!!!
  55. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    This is one of the better games to come out this year, but there's so many blind haters who just look at the company and nothing else it's frustrating. Especially for someone who wants to see ARPGs expand.
    I also noticed a lot of the people complaining about performance are using the 4k texture pack with their minimum spec'd gpu...
    So many of the haters just don't want to shell out 70
    This is one of the better games to come out this year, but there's so many blind haters who just look at the company and nothing else it's frustrating. Especially for someone who wants to see ARPGs expand.
    I also noticed a lot of the people complaining about performance are using the 4k texture pack with their minimum spec'd gpu...
    So many of the haters just don't want to shell out 70 dollars and instead just want to hate on a great well made game because again political reasons and reasons of inflation and bitterness that have NOTHING to do with the actual game.
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  56. Jun 14, 2023
    9
    diablo 4 rocks,im a big fan of diablo played the first two on pc back in the days and they were masterpiece, diablo 3 was a real disaster IMO such a bad game, but diablo 4 reignited the love i had for diablo , the story and the cutscenes are amazing , so are the graphics, really love what they did to the classes too. Little things like being able to customize your character are reallydiablo 4 rocks,im a big fan of diablo played the first two on pc back in the days and they were masterpiece, diablo 3 was a real disaster IMO such a bad game, but diablo 4 reignited the love i had for diablo , the story and the cutscenes are amazing , so are the graphics, really love what they did to the classes too. Little things like being able to customize your character are really nice , I also like the quality of life in this game, dont need to buy TP to quickly get back in town like diablo 2(annoying when u forgot to buy some lol) you cant tp from anywhere to another waypoint also which is really nice.I like everything this game has to offer, there are only a few minor things that bug me a little , for exemple : Necro/druid cant keep their summon if they do not keep the spell in their action bar (unlike diablo 2 ) , But diablo 4 has a lot more going for it than against it IMO. People complaining about the grind have obviously never played diablo before.Overall as a long time diablo fan I just love this game , it is really refreshing, especially since I hated diablo 3. It has a diablo 2 vibe to it and I Love It! feels like its early 2000 again and im playing my favorite game. Expand
  57. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I have played in years, It's been a while since I had fun with any game, I've already played it for 100 hours and I can see myself playing this one for years to come.
  58. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    This is easily a 10 out of 10 for me. Blizzard once again as a master of their craft managed to disguise a mediocre indie game into aaa and made people pay a premium price for it (and it pulls this off in the last 15 years). This is an impressive achievement considering that this pattern hasn't got any major update through the years but people still falling for it!! The final chapter orThis is easily a 10 out of 10 for me. Blizzard once again as a master of their craft managed to disguise a mediocre indie game into aaa and made people pay a premium price for it (and it pulls this off in the last 15 years). This is an impressive achievement considering that this pattern hasn't got any major update through the years but people still falling for it!! The final chapter or endgame, if you prefer to call it like that, is a forum or a review site where "victims" can express how disappointed they are but if by any chance they don't feel that they got scammed too much there is the option of a dlc or an in-game skin. See you all in a next Blizzard release Expand
  59. Jun 14, 2023
    8
    Diablo 4 is NOT perfect. It just isn't...

    Disclaimer: I am a casual player. I am too old and have a real life that has to come first. I have played D2, D3, and POE in years past and loved those games. I played Lost Ark some and the money grab of that game made it truly unplayable. That was so bad, I quit playing all games for a little while. The BAD: Going to get this out of the way
    Diablo 4 is NOT perfect. It just isn't...

    Disclaimer: I am a casual player. I am too old and have a real life that has to come first. I have played D2, D3, and POE in years past and loved those games. I played Lost Ark some and the money grab of that game made it truly unplayable. That was so bad, I quit playing all games for a little while.

    The BAD: Going to get this out of the way first. The biggest detractors are easily the quality of life issues. No doubt, a separate gem bag should have been obvious from the moment they started coding the game. I also like map overlays from other games, including D2. The ability to search for items by stats should also be a thing. All of these things have probably been pointed out and should be easy fixes for Blizzard to implement. These should have been obvious for this genre, but really, the game has only been out a little over a week. Name the last game that didn't have any misses on day 1...

    The GOOD: The game is fun. It plays well. The graphics are great and the main quest is fully voice acted with fantastic cutscenes. All things I would expect from the Blizzard games I grew up playing. (I know Blizzard has had a number of L's in recent years, so I was worried.) The endgame being nonexistent is maybe a hardcore player's issue. I am enjoying the open world aspects of the game, thought I kind of wish they would spawn world bosses and legion events a bit quicker so there was always one to go to (i.e. Guild Wars 2).

    The BEST: This game is NOT P2W... The in-game shop is garbage and that is a great thing. It is not even remotely tempting to pay money for any of the skins. With mobs exploding up all around me, I can't even see my character a lot of the time and couldn't possibly care less about it. Disclaimer: My last truly hardcore ARPG playing days were D2 where all the characters literally looked the same and I didn't care then either. So, the best part of the game is that, for the first time in ages, I feel like I have bought a game and don't need to open up my wallet again.

    So, if you want to play a fun game without worrying about getting your wallet out every other day, this is a great game and I would absolutely recommend it. I am sure they will fix the quality of life issues and everything else has been honestly fun.
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  60. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Best Diablo for me 100% sure !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  61. Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Thank you for your commitment to make adjustments. We’ll see what happens with the next patch.
  62. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! Still the same old Diablo but improved. The setting and gamplay is top notch
  63. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    best diablo ever, story, gameplay, visual effects, darkness, good endgame, not so easy to build strong class
  64. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    This game is being massively review bombed, I wrote an actual review but there was a 404 error so I don't feel like writing another one, safe to say at least 3/4 of the negative reviews clearly haven't even played the game, like it's actually incredibly obvious because they are hyper-fixated on one or two aspects which are being talked about to death in internet communities, but that don'tThis game is being massively review bombed, I wrote an actual review but there was a 404 error so I don't feel like writing another one, safe to say at least 3/4 of the negative reviews clearly haven't even played the game, like it's actually incredibly obvious because they are hyper-fixated on one or two aspects which are being talked about to death in internet communities, but that don't come up at all when you're playing. Like inventory space, what? There's a guy who gave the game a 0 because you can't buy more inventory space with real money like in PoE. I mean, come on. Expand
  65. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    This is the best game Blizzard has ever released, by far.
  66. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    In my opinion Diablo 4 is one of the best games ive played since a long time. Is it perfect? No. But it is still very good.

    People who rate this game with 0 seems to want to hate it. So i will drope 10 to compensate haters
  67. Jun 17, 2023
    9
    This game is an absolute banger. The story is incredible and you can do it in like 15 hours or maybe 20 BUT that’s not the end like every Diablo game you have end-game content and it’s absolutely massive, thanks blizzard and finally a big company can release a beautiful game. The Artistic direction and all of the original soundtrack is a banger too but nothing is perfect that’s why I’M NOtThis game is an absolute banger. The story is incredible and you can do it in like 15 hours or maybe 20 BUT that’s not the end like every Diablo game you have end-game content and it’s absolutely massive, thanks blizzard and finally a big company can release a beautiful game. The Artistic direction and all of the original soundtrack is a banger too but nothing is perfect that’s why I’M NOt giving a 10 Expand
  68. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    I would probably give this game an 8/10. Just giving it a 10 to balance out the ridiculous review bombing. I have played every Diablo game from the first one on my PS1 and as a long time fan of the series I am having an awesome time. A lot of people have valid points about things that need to, and probably will be, addressed by the devs. There are a ton of quality of life things that II would probably give this game an 8/10. Just giving it a 10 to balance out the ridiculous review bombing. I have played every Diablo game from the first one on my PS1 and as a long time fan of the series I am having an awesome time. A lot of people have valid points about things that need to, and probably will be, addressed by the devs. There are a ton of quality of life things that I would love to see implemented, but sledging the game in the user reviews isn't the way to get what you want.

    Here are some important positives:
    1. The game launched relatively smoothly.
    2. We got a game that feels solid and complete on launch (this allows us to engage with the devs on the smaller issues because they aren't scrambling to polish a trash heap, which we tend to see more often these days).
    3. The story is enjoyable and cohesive.
    4. Group play with your friends is great and feels rewarding.
    5. Lastly, and most importantly, I have had a ton of fun playing it.

    The future of this game is solidly in the dev's hands, if they play the cards right and keep the game updated, fresh and add good amounts of new content then I can see myself spending a lot more of my time invested in this game. It is insane to me that anyone would give this game a largely negative review. If you can afford it, and have some good gaming buddies to join you, I recommend this game highly.
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  69. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    a 7/10 game currently with potential to improve in endgame and some user experience.
    rating it 10/10 because people are just insane with the ratings here. For certain games user rating should be disabled since its obviously not realistic and a lot of haters are abusing this here.
  70. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    This is my PC GOTY, and honestly the best Blizzard game since SC2. It's good to see Diablo return to form with classic dungeon crawler gameplay.
  71. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Great atmosphere, music, dubbing. I am really enjoying the game.
    Don't rush to the end, play at your speed, and you'll have a great time. The map is huge, lots of quests and side stories.
    This game brings me back in time, my first multiplayer game was Diablo. It would normally give a 8 at this stage, but kids are giving 0, so just balancing There's just a few QoL issues that will
    Great atmosphere, music, dubbing. I am really enjoying the game.
    Don't rush to the end, play at your speed, and you'll have a great time. The map is huge, lots of quests and side stories.
    This game brings me back in time, my first multiplayer game was Diablo.
    It would normally give a 8 at this stage, but kids are giving 0, so just balancing

    There's just a few QoL issues that will likely be addressed with the next patches, so no worries there.
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  72. Jun 15, 2023
    9
    Im a casual gamer. I loved Diablo 1, the second edition wasnt appealing, the third lost me completely. However my brother told me, i think you would like the fourth edition as a casual gamer, so i tried it, and he was right, i really enjoy it.

    Is it a hardcore RPG, no, is it a fun game killing time, doing mission, looting - yes.
  73. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    Don't listen to the negative review bombing. This game is exactly what everyone was hoping for.

    Blizzard knows more than any company what happens when they make a game people don't like. From the very beginning of development, they did quarterly updates where they would inform players on what they were currently working on and gather feedback on those things. By doing this it ensured
    Don't listen to the negative review bombing. This game is exactly what everyone was hoping for.

    Blizzard knows more than any company what happens when they make a game people don't like.

    From the very beginning of development, they did quarterly updates where they would inform players on what they were currently working on and gather feedback on those things. By doing this it ensured they weren't wasting resources and time by creating things that players didn't like, and the end result is amazing.

    It's well worth the price tag for me. Even if the level cap was 50 I would still buy the game at it's current price, because there's enough content to keep me busy for many many hours.

    The story is great. The side quests are fun. I skipped everything on my first 2 playthroughs of the campaign but on my 3rd character I watched everything and listened to all quest dialogue on side missions.

    There's a variety of different things to do at end game, so you can focus on specific things or do a little bit of everything depending on what you like. There's no wrong way to play.

    Making your own build is fun and rewarding, and you can make a build that is intricate and unique without being overwhelmed by the complexity. I love both the skill tree and paragon tree, and it's easy to change/modify some things without that dread of having to re-do your character.

    I look forward to spending thousands of hours over the coming years in this game, trying out different classes, builds, playing the seasons etc.

    I would go as far as to say this is the best game Blizzard has ever made.
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  74. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    This is a fun Diablo game. Simple addictive Action RPG with lots to do in a HUGE world. 5 interesting characters that all play well and are fun to build. It's online but I feel like I can play it solo with no issues. World boss appears, just go and fight it, other people are there - no looking for group or setting up a party, or loot management, just go smack on the big boss and getThis is a fun Diablo game. Simple addictive Action RPG with lots to do in a HUGE world. 5 interesting characters that all play well and are fun to build. It's online but I feel like I can play it solo with no issues. World boss appears, just go and fight it, other people are there - no looking for group or setting up a party, or loot management, just go smack on the big boss and get your unique loot drops.

    I've played pretty much every big Action RPG out there and I can certainly recommend Diablo 4. I can't wait for season 1 in July.
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  75. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    The game is an insanely absurdly addicting dopamine slot machine simulator. I think the open world really adds to this, and not having to play the campaign more than once. Which was really good and set the tone in my opinion but also was a bit of a slog.

    I have a Druid at level 72 and find the build diversity on him to be amazing. I don't feel the need to follow strict meta, just
    The game is an insanely absurdly addicting dopamine slot machine simulator. I think the open world really adds to this, and not having to play the campaign more than once. Which was really good and set the tone in my opinion but also was a bit of a slog.

    I have a Druid at level 72 and find the build diversity on him to be amazing. I don't feel the need to follow strict meta, just leveled through a build that was theory crafted and sounded good and strong, did end up being pretty meta, but I deviated and did different things and haven't even looked at end game meta build. I'm still changing and tweaking my build.

    I can't wait to play the other classes as well, but my next power boost is always tantalizing close, usually achieved by the end of a good day of playing, not multiple times throughout the day. Which is a a slow pace and feels like feast or famine, but it makes sense to me that's how the game will start to try to keep it controlled and contained, as power creep is inevitable, and there's going to be thousands of more gear sets and meta builds in the future.

    Haven't been this hooked on a game in a long time and I feel like I have months of replay ability with this base game, possibly even just within the Druid class even, though I will choose a different one next.

    This is one of those games that makes me so happy that I'm actually here for it, and a gamer at this day and age. It really feels glorious.
    However I think with a strong build anywhere close to meta as mine is it's a bit too easy, the sweet spot is being under leveled in a new difficulty and overcoming that, that's when side quests and basic dungeons and exploration feels amazing and immersive, with the possibility of death. Once the overworld and then the basic dungeons become too easy the enjoyment starts to fall off, and it's starting to happen a bit at 72 right when my build is starting to fully come together.

    Nightmare dungeons aren't good enough to sustain that for very long imo, so I will likely then stop the character once I finally get my build completed where it's destroying in the overworld, (It's already doing very well but I want to add another 0 to my damage) and start the next one until higher WTs (difficulties) come out. Which is fine in my opinion.

    I don't think NM dungeons are a suitable end game, they should just be the thing to do to get levels and push difficulty until you can make it into the next difficulty, which doesn't exist yet, but is coming according to leaks.

    And that's fine I think, I think for launch that is actually acceptable, so long as it doesn't take a whole year for more difficulties to come out. Because to me that's the sweet spot is coming into a new difficulty with new challenge, better AI and better monster density, that's what makes the game exciting to me.

    NM dungeons aren't good enough to grind forever, they are too boring and repetitive. But I'm sure that blizzard knows this. I am super excited not just for this games future but also the content that I have available to play until that fleshes out. Which I'm hoping works out smoothly, which I definitely could see that happening. Like I will play every other class, I will rebuild my 71 Druid, I will create another fresh Druid, maybe the same for the other classes too. That is a LOT of content to hold me over. The atmosphere is incredible. It oozes inspiration from the original 2 diablos. It's delicious and next gen.

    Would give it a 8 or 9 but all the 1 and 2 reviews are just insane and weight the rating down way too much. It's like the 4 Chan clown bus or something. Like if you look at their other reviews they rate all AAA games at 0 but weeb and waifu indy games at tens, its pretty clear where this brigade is coming from.
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  76. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    Diablo 4 is simply the best ARPG ever made, and possibly the best game Blizzard has ever developed. The graphics are high quality, detailed and have a theme that fits this universe perfectly, yet performance is still stellar. The design of the game's systems is nothing short of inspired, engaging for both newcomers to the genre and long time hardcore ARPG veterans, not too complicated butDiablo 4 is simply the best ARPG ever made, and possibly the best game Blizzard has ever developed. The graphics are high quality, detailed and have a theme that fits this universe perfectly, yet performance is still stellar. The design of the game's systems is nothing short of inspired, engaging for both newcomers to the genre and long time hardcore ARPG veterans, not too complicated but deep enough to have interesting choices to make. After over 150 hours of gameplay I'm still excited to start my next session. The writing is easily the best of the Diablo series and the casting for the voice actors is perfect, Lorath serves as our Narrator thoughout the game and his voice is enchanting. Gameplay is tight, responsive and an absolute joy, destroying the legions of hell has never felt so good. Every class feels powerful in it's own way, allowing players to choose the class they resonate with without feeling bad about not picking what is "optimal"; on that note, balance is good here too. It's not perfect, but Blizzard is keeping up with nearly daily updates and hotfixes, making sure nothing egregious stays in the game for very long. It all comes together to make Diablo 4 a triumph of game development and it will undoubtedly keep players coming back for many years to come. Expand
  77. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    One of the best Arpgs in years. Blizzard nailed it out of the park. Haters are going to hate and you can’t do anything about it but this is a good game. Needs a Paladin though
  78. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Really enjoying this edition of Diablo. The look and the feel of the game is great. I'm a long time fan of Diablo II and Diablo III. I think they've captured the dark and gloomy atmosphere from DII and combined it with the ease of playability of DIII and improved upon it with unique skill trees. I'm not a hard core gamer these days but I'm enjoying the story playing a few hours each night.Really enjoying this edition of Diablo. The look and the feel of the game is great. I'm a long time fan of Diablo II and Diablo III. I think they've captured the dark and gloomy atmosphere from DII and combined it with the ease of playability of DIII and improved upon it with unique skill trees. I'm not a hard core gamer these days but I'm enjoying the story playing a few hours each night. I'm enjoying playing as a druid again, that was missing from DIII. Expand
  79. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Diablo 4 is a good game, waiting for the season and a quick change of billd. Diablo should be diablo, not POE.
  80. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    The game is a total blast to play, looks amazing, and is in no way P2W. I have put dozens of hours into the game so far and have felt no desire to even look at the *COSMETIC ONLY* shop because the cosmetics you get by just playing look phenomenal. Also, the game literally does not advertise the shop at all. At no point did the game point me in the direction of the shop. Don't listen to theThe game is a total blast to play, looks amazing, and is in no way P2W. I have put dozens of hours into the game so far and have felt no desire to even look at the *COSMETIC ONLY* shop because the cosmetics you get by just playing look phenomenal. Also, the game literally does not advertise the shop at all. At no point did the game point me in the direction of the shop. Don't listen to the review bombers, this game is well worth the price tag. Expand
  81. Jun 15, 2023
    8
    I played this game the whole day on Launch and casual after. I finished the Campaign, which has a beatifull written and voice acted Story, as Druid within 20 hours of gaming, but i wanted to endgame a rogue and started one with the Story Skip(great adition to the game). Im now in Endgame and it is pretty good, i can switch between 2/3 Builds that are actually good and feel strong. TheI played this game the whole day on Launch and casual after. I finished the Campaign, which has a beatifull written and voice acted Story, as Druid within 20 hours of gaming, but i wanted to endgame a rogue and started one with the Story Skip(great adition to the game). Im now in Endgame and it is pretty good, i can switch between 2/3 Builds that are actually good and feel strong. The itemization process is simple but not boring. The Combat is great, a bit slower than D3, but not in a way that it is getting annoying.

    If you like ARPGs, for 70$ you get a Game that easily can get you like 150hours+ of Content and thats a goddamn good deal.
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  82. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    Boo hoo to all those who seem to think you deserve games just for you. I've played games since a young guy and Diablo 4 is easily the best Diablo games to date. Excellent graphics and near perfect gameplay. No bugs, no errors, no lag, no queues ... seriously, what do people want??????? At absolute worst, you shouldn't be voting less than a 5 out of 10, but to all the 0 reviewers out there,Boo hoo to all those who seem to think you deserve games just for you. I've played games since a young guy and Diablo 4 is easily the best Diablo games to date. Excellent graphics and near perfect gameplay. No bugs, no errors, no lag, no queues ... seriously, what do people want??????? At absolute worst, you shouldn't be voting less than a 5 out of 10, but to all the 0 reviewers out there, shame on you. Expand
  83. Jun 15, 2023
    8
    I have played diablo since it came out and path of exiles and I actually enjoyed this one too because I am taking it slow and I'm not in a hurry for anything and for me the worst one is diablo immortals because that is truly crap reason is that it was literaly pay to win and required your lifes savings to play. I don't think this game is meant to be as complicated as path of exiles andI have played diablo since it came out and path of exiles and I actually enjoyed this one too because I am taking it slow and I'm not in a hurry for anything and for me the worst one is diablo immortals because that is truly crap reason is that it was literaly pay to win and required your lifes savings to play. I don't think this game is meant to be as complicated as path of exiles and that it feels as if it was meant for more casual players to pick it up and put it down when they want and as I have gotten older and gotten more responsibilities I just can't shove in 10 hours days 7 days a week like before so I think this review is fair. Expand
  84. Jun 12, 2023
    10
    Very fun. A lot of good time. Best Diablo. The no lifer will always complain.
  85. Jun 13, 2023
    9
    This is the sequel Diablo 2 deserves. A Great game and it will even become better with time. The combat feels so satisfying and the story campaign is 10/10. Still need some quality of life stuff (gem tab, stash search function etc). Would've liked a higher difficulty option for the campaign, bosses just fall over even though I played one of the weaker classes for early leveling (Druid).
  86. Jun 14, 2023
    8
    This is a solid game. I have been disinterested in games for several years, playing many for a few hours before getting tired of them, but something about the gameplay and combat is keeping me coming back for more. Room for improvement but a great start
  87. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    I loved D3 but all in all it was just too colorful and not really a true Diablo. Diablo 4 otherwise is a true masterpiece and everything we could have wished for. Bugs are mostly non existant and even if you find one its not gamebreaking. I'm truly amazed by how smooth the launch was and there were literally zero login queues.
    Some might say the shop is greedy af, but honestly you can
    I loved D3 but all in all it was just too colorful and not really a true Diablo. Diablo 4 otherwise is a true masterpiece and everything we could have wished for. Bugs are mostly non existant and even if you find one its not gamebreaking. I'm truly amazed by how smooth the launch was and there were literally zero login queues.
    Some might say the shop is greedy af, but honestly you can ignore it cause the ''normal'' gear skins are at least in equal quality.
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  88. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    40+ year old father here... I really enjoy the slow pacing / grind of the game. Logging in a few hours per day to spend grinding for levels, farming for gear or just hanging out and helping the kids level their toon has been awesome. Is the game perfect, probably not, however, it was well worth the money and time investment, I've thoroughly enjoyed my time in Sanctuary thus far (Level 8040+ year old father here... I really enjoy the slow pacing / grind of the game. Logging in a few hours per day to spend grinding for levels, farming for gear or just hanging out and helping the kids level their toon has been awesome. Is the game perfect, probably not, however, it was well worth the money and time investment, I've thoroughly enjoyed my time in Sanctuary thus far (Level 80 atm) and looking forward to the many hours playing with family and friends. Expand
  89. Jun 15, 2023
    9
    I think people are hard, the game itself have fantastic graphics and creative content. Everything is much more better than D3. People didn't complain that much back in D2.
    Some things could be improved like inventory management, and they probably will, but it doesn't ruin the game and it will certainly be changed soon.
    The only thing I miss from D2 is trading.
  90. Jun 14, 2023
    9
    Apparently the new trend is to review bomb D4, with 90% of the complaints being BS. Look is the game perfect no, but is it a 5.1 rating absolutely not. Not going to go into all the specifics look at reviews online then compare it to what's being written,
  91. Jun 14, 2023
    9
    Love the game. Some connectivity issues is my only real issue. Assuming more content will be added regularly otherwise rating would drop.
  92. Jul 29, 2023
    10
    Le pongo un 10 para balancear a todos los haters. Aguante Diablo IV.
    PoE players > Genshin Impact Players KEKW LMAO
  93. Jun 16, 2023
    8
    After having my hands on this game for a bit, and reading some of these reviews, it's pretty obvious a lot of people jumped on the bandwagon to review bomb this game after asmongold made a video about the review bombing.

    This game isn't diablo 1-3, but I wouldn't even call it anywhere close to being like immortal GRAPHICS AND HOW IT RUNS: I currently run a High Performance rig and limit
    After having my hands on this game for a bit, and reading some of these reviews, it's pretty obvious a lot of people jumped on the bandwagon to review bomb this game after asmongold made a video about the review bombing.

    This game isn't diablo 1-3, but I wouldn't even call it anywhere close to being like immortal

    GRAPHICS AND HOW IT RUNS: I currently run a High Performance rig and limit my FPS to 60 overall. The graphics in this game initially looked a little watered down compared to when I played the beta, but I contribute this to the fact that I just didn't play a lot of the beta. This game does not cause my computer to run warm at all and I stay at that solid 60 FPS on high.

    STORY AND CHARACTERS: I will probably come back and edit this later, but so far the story has my attention, with that being said I haven't run into anything that bores me other than some of the characters, something about their accents and dialogs just doesn't fit right to me.

    GAMEPLAY AND MECHANICS: They reduced mob density by a large amount in this installation. Honestly, I am completely okay with that. It feels better to kill a few more challenging enemies than thousands of small enemies I would just one shot. This also makes the way you build so much more important. Do you wanna be able to kill something quick? Obviously. But some bosses just aren't build around you being able to do that so you actually have to think instead of mindlessly attack enemies.

    Overall, I will provide updates to this review but wanted to put something honest out to float around in the sea of people complaining about lag or their connection problems, I have not had a single problem logging in and staying logged into the game other than initial release. I do not mind this being what I guess would be callee a "live service" game. Most of us have internet nowadays anyways.

    TLDR: It's not my favorite game right now, but it's better than what a lot of people are saying it is.
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  94. Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Playing this game is like a Hollywood movie that you are starring in. With some of the audio. And the final battle with Lilith in the main storyline, you feel so involved in an epic battle. The graphics are also great, similar to Diablo immortal, but more grassy terrain that will make you feel like you are in an upgraded version of Diablo 2, and they seem realistic.Would highly recommendPlaying this game is like a Hollywood movie that you are starring in. With some of the audio. And the final battle with Lilith in the main storyline, you feel so involved in an epic battle. The graphics are also great, similar to Diablo immortal, but more grassy terrain that will make you feel like you are in an upgraded version of Diablo 2, and they seem realistic.Would highly recommend this game if you have liked any of the past Diablo games or even if you are new. Expand
  95. Jun 14, 2023
    10
    Best game I played since 2019. All the review bombing is complete BS. from virgins who don’t have anything better to do. KEPP UP THE GOOD WORK BLIZZARD.
  96. Jun 16, 2023
    9
    Un retour épique à la saga légendaire

    En tant que fan de longue date de la série Diablo, je suis ravi de dire que Diablo IV est un véritable retour aux sources de l'univers sombre et captivant qui a captivé des millions de joueurs à travers le monde. Ce nouvel opus est une véritable prouesse en termes de graphismes, de gameplay et d'histoire, offrant une expérience qui dépasse toutes
    Un retour épique à la saga légendaire

    En tant que fan de longue date de la série Diablo, je suis ravi de dire que Diablo IV est un véritable retour aux sources de l'univers sombre et captivant qui a captivé des millions de joueurs à travers le monde. Ce nouvel opus est une véritable prouesse en termes de graphismes, de gameplay et d'histoire, offrant une expérience qui dépasse toutes les attentes.

    Tout d'abord, les graphismes de Diablo IV sont tout simplement époustouflants. Le jeu parvient à créer une atmosphère sombre et lugubre qui reflète parfaitement l'univers gothique si cher à la série. Chaque détail est soigneusement conçu, des environnements sinistres aux monstres terrifiants. Les effets visuels sont saisissants, et chaque coup d'épée ou explosion magique est accompagné d'un spectacle visuel éblouissant.

    En ce qui concerne le gameplay, Diablo IV a réussi à perfectionner la formule qui a rendu la série si addictive. Les combats sont fluides et intenses, offrant une variété de compétences et de pouvoirs pour chaque classe de personnage. L'arbre de compétences a été repensé de manière à offrir aux joueurs une plus grande liberté dans la création de leur style de jeu. De plus, le système de loot est extrêmement gratifiant, avec des tonnes d'équipements légendaires à découvrir, ce qui incite à l'exploration et à la progression.

    L'histoire de Diablo IV est également un point fort majeur. Les développeurs ont pris le temps de créer un scénario riche et profond, rempli de personnages complexes et de retournements de situation inattendus. Chaque quête et chaque dialogue contribuent à l'immersion dans le monde de Diablo, et l'intrigue principale est captivante du début à la fin.

    Enfin, Diablo IV propose également un mode multijoueur en ligne qui promet des heures de jeu en coopération avec des amis ou en affrontant d'autres joueurs dans des combats intenses. L'aspect social du jeu est renforcé grâce à des événements mondiaux et à des donjons partagés, ce qui encourage la communauté à interagir et à collaborer.

    En conclusion, Diablo IV est sans aucun doute l'un des jeux les plus attendus de l'année, et il mérite amplement toute l'excitation qu'il suscite. Avec ses graphismes époustouflants, son gameplay addictif, son histoire captivante et son mode multijoueur passionnant, il s'annonce comme un ajout exceptionnel à la saga Diablo. Que vous soyez un fan de longue date ou un nouvel arrivant dans l'univers de Diablo, vous serez certainement séduit par cette expérience immersive et sombre. Préparez-vous à vous plonger dans un monde de ténèbres et d'aventures épiques avec Diablo IV.
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  97. Jun 16, 2023
    10
    Best game 2023. Great combat, good story, lots of builds available. Good controler support tho some abilities like shadowstep are unplayable on controler but different builds are available.
  98. Jul 24, 2023
    10
    I simply love this game, please do not hear about this crying babies which are already weeping before they even played the season. The season works really good, the game is not dead.
    PLEASE DO NOT SUPPORT THIS CLICKBAIT-VIDEOS and have fun with Diablo!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 90
  2. 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. 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.
  3. Jul 7, 2023
    90
    The best Blizzard launch in a long time and a worthy game to be called Diablo.