Diablo IV

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2.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8271 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 427 out of 8271
  3. Negative: 6,766 out of 8271

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  1. GarbageBadger
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    This Game is at the best 15$ worth, with this In game shop prices. Diablo 3.1 not the Great D4 that everyone wants.
  2. odsvh
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    incredibly boring walking simulator, trash with zero atmosphere and charisma, playing this thing is punishment. I would refund it immediatelly given that possibility.
  3. Lorenzola
    Jun 9, 2023
    2
    Kind of a joke for 70$, so many things are copy pasted bosses, mobs, locations(just with different color), music is non existent(there is one track that stick) , itemization is boring item power just kills everything, memory leaks/graphic card issues, forced empty open world, stats are boring(dmg, hp, more dmg the rest is useless, AI of enemies is kind of a joke, boring horse that isKind of a joke for 70$, so many things are copy pasted bosses, mobs, locations(just with different color), music is non existent(there is one track that stick) , itemization is boring item power just kills everything, memory leaks/graphic card issues, forced empty open world, stats are boring(dmg, hp, more dmg the rest is useless, AI of enemies is kind of a joke, boring horse that is byproduct of a open world, paragon boards(+int/+dmg end just boring), pvp at this point could be removed, story is meh, so meny tedious tasks(tree, something similar to world quests from wow, reputation system that forces you to do it because of paragon board points), in game monetization is a joke for this pricing of a game shows that the only thing this game was made for was money and money only, lvl scaling(you don't feel progression), boss mechanics are copy pasted as well. Overall everything is either boring or bad, sometimes mediocre. Just another cash grab from Activision Blizzard.… Expand
  4. Chesterumble
    Jun 9, 2023
    2
    Game is not that good, feels unfinished and rushed. Lack of build diversity and itemization is horrid.
  5. iancurtis
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    I didn’t expect much and didn’t even follow the hype because Diablo 3 was not my cup of tea… it was ok. I bought it and i was surprised and hooked up from the start. Great interface, sound, gameplay and artstyle. I only had one problem when login servers went down and performance is good. Steady FPS, just a few spikes when entering different areas. Blizzard did a great job and i enjoy it.I didn’t expect much and didn’t even follow the hype because Diablo 3 was not my cup of tea… it was ok. I bought it and i was surprised and hooked up from the start. Great interface, sound, gameplay and artstyle. I only had one problem when login servers went down and performance is good. Steady FPS, just a few spikes when entering different areas. Blizzard did a great job and i enjoy it. Reminder: You don’t have to buy skins to have fun…… Expand
  6. maximilianp4
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    diablo3 > diablo 4 its just boring, its slow, its way to complicated, the grind dont feel right the sorcerer is in mele range (DAFUQ?) and is dont bursting everything does dmg over time, you just run insinde the enemys and press all keys
  7. Wjdbhh
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Title: A Triumph of Dark Fantasy: Diablo 4 - an Unforgettable Dive into a Grim World

    Review: Diablo 4 is undeniably one of the most anticipated games of the past decade, and I am thrilled to say that it lives up to all expectations. The latest chapter in Blizzard Entertainment's legendary series not only surpasses its predecessors but also sets new standards for the action RPG genre.    Title: A Triumph of Dark Fantasy: Diablo 4 - an Unforgettable Dive into a Grim World

    Review:

    Diablo 4 is undeniably one of the most anticipated games of the past decade, and I am thrilled to say that it lives up to all expectations. The latest chapter in Blizzard Entertainment's legendary series not only surpasses its predecessors but also sets new standards for the action RPG genre.

    Right from the beginning, Diablo 4 captivates with its deep and immersive story. You find yourself in a dark fantasy world steeped in darkness and chaos, bearing witness to an epic battle between good and evil. The meticulously crafted narrative comes alive through stunning cinematic scenes and top-notch voice acting, infusing depth and emotion into the characters.

    The gameplay in Diablo 4 is on a whole new level compared to previous installments. Every strike, every spell cast with smooth and realistic animations, delivers a sense of power and satisfaction. The character progression system offers a vast array of abilities and combinations, allowing players to create unique heroes that align with their playstyle.

    The world of Diablo 4 breathes with life. Each location, every corner, is infused with an atmosphere of darkness and terror. The diverse landscapes and intricately detailed environments immerse you in a realm of grim fantasy, where every step can be your last.

    Diablo 4's multiplayer mode offers unparalleled opportunities for collaboration and competition. You can join forces with friends to take on mighty bosses, tackle challenging dungeons, or engage in thrilling PvP battles. The seamless online integration ensures a dynamic and engaging social experience.

    Visually, Diablo 4 is a feast for the eyes. The graphics are stunning, with meticulous attention to detail, realistic lighting, and breathtaking visual effects. The art direction perfectly captures the dark and gritty aesthetic of the Diablo universe, enhancing the overall immersion.

    Furthermore, the soundtrack of Diablo 4 is a masterpiece in its own right. The haunting melodies and epic orchestral compositions amplify the game's atmosphere, evoking a range of emotions from awe to spine-chilling dread.

    In conclusion, Diablo 4 is a triumph that exceeds expectations on all fronts. It delivers an enthralling story, engaging gameplay, and a captivating world that will keep players hooked for countless hours. With its impeccable presentation and a wealth of content, Diablo 4 is poised to become a modern classic in the action RPG genre.    … Expand
  8. suriya1000
    Jun 9, 2023
    6
    반쪽짜리 게임. 풀프라이스로 팔아먹었지만 게임 수준은 만들다가 말았다.
    디3의 기본기술로 자원수급하는 시스템을 가져온게 너무 별로다.
    엔드게임 컨텐츠가 부족함.
    게임 분위기나 진행 자체는 맘에들었음.
  9. Zer04
    Jun 9, 2023
    9
    The game is very good and had one of the best launches this year if not the best.
    Story is good, gameplay is perfect, ITEMS are so good and there is lot of items that you can chase and a variety of builds that you can run and try.

    There is some micro transactions in it but can be totally ignored since they are only cosmetics.
    Overall a solid experience and a 9/10 game .
  10. Peacemaker4141
    Jun 9, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I loved every second of it. The only thing I didn’t like is some of the classes seem boring at times
  11. Kaotix
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    And the big problem is that this loop begins once the story is over. So you've got to want to spend a hundred hours doing the same dungeons and the same events to get stuffs that will be deleted 99% of the time.

    Because after a while of farming the same loop and every one-shot, you won't even be able to calculate the stuffs. What's the point of trying to improve your stuff when even the    And the big problem is that this loop begins once the story is over. So you've got to want to spend a hundred hours doing the same dungeons and the same events to get stuffs that will be deleted 99% of the time.

    Because after a while of farming the same loop and every one-shot, you won't even be able to calculate the stuffs. What's the point of trying to improve your stuff when even the bosses at the end of dungeons are one-shots?

    The game is really aimed at fans of the license or casual players who want a game where every one-shot is fun and not a headache.    … Expand
  12. ProdigalSOAB
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    Overall, the game falls short in several areas, making it a disappointing experience.
    The concept of level scaling is flawed, as players consistently feel weaker after leveling up unless they acquire new weapons. This undermines the sense of progression and leaves players questioning the purpose of leveling. Furthermore, the lack of mob density in the early stages of the game dampens the    Overall, the game falls short in several areas, making it a disappointing experience.
    The concept of level scaling is flawed, as players consistently feel weaker after leveling up unless they acquire new weapons. This undermines the sense of progression and leaves players questioning the purpose of leveling. Furthermore, the lack of mob density in the early stages of the game dampens the excitement and exploration.

    Itemization is another letdown, as the focus seems to be solely on acquiring higher numerical values rather than hunting for unique and interesting items. With the existence of a global loot table, the open world becomes irrelevant, reducing the sense of exploration and variety. Additionally, as players progress through the world tiers, lower-tier items become obsolete, making their continued drop rate puzzling and frustrating.

    Furthermore, the game's item progression system suffers from a lack of balance and pacing. Once players reach a higher world tier, they are suddenly flooded with higher rarity items within a matter of an hour or two. This rapid influx of powerful gear provides a quick dopamine rush, but it also diminishes the sense of meaningful item progression. The problem becomes more apparent when players remain within the same world tier for an extended period. During this time, the advancement in item quality and effectiveness becomes almost negligible. It creates a stagnant experience where the excitement of finding better gear is greatly diminished.

    The skill system also suffers from imbalance and lack of coherence. While percentage damage from equipped weapons may work for certain classes like barbarians, it feels out of place for others like sorcerers. This discrepancy in skill mechanics undermines the overall cohesion and strategic depth of the gameplay.

    The user interface is another weak point, with inconsistent quality. The skill tree is unreadable, impeding players from making informed decisions about character progression. Furthermore, the item description tables suffer from poor design choices, making it difficult to gather crucial information about items. The overall design and visibility issues significantly detract from the user experience.

    The Paragon Board, intended to provide additional customization options, ends up feeling repetitive and lacking in diversity. The emphasis on percentage damage, resource bonuses, and generic damage increases results in different classes feeling remarkably similar, reducing the incentive to experiment with different playstyles.

    In terms of monetization, the game's release strategy raises concerns. Claiming a premiere date of 6.6 and offering a $20 Early Access option merely four days earlier feels disingenuous. Furthermore, the offer of Early Access for a short duration of only four days diminishes the value of the additional payment. It appears as if the intention was to capitalize on the fact that June 2nd fell on a Friday and June 6th on a Tuesday, maximizing profits rather than providing a genuine Early Access experience.

    Overall, these practices cast a shadow on the game's integrity and consumer trust. Players who paid $70 instead of $90 were not given a true premiere experience but rather what could be considered a "Later Access" to the full version 1.0 of the game on June 2nd. This approach undermines the expectations and fairness associated with Early Access models, where players typically support a game's development in its earlier stages. As a result, the game's monetization strategy leaves players feeling exploited and dissatisfied.

    In summary, the game suffers from a lack of complexity, opting for complicated mechanics that fail to deliver engaging gameplay. Issues with level scaling, mob density, itemization, skill mechanics, UI design, monetization choices, and item progression all contribute to a disappointing experience. Rather than providing a captivating Hack n' Slash adventure, the game relies on forced travel to prolong gameplay, further detracting from the overall enjoyment. As a result, the game falls short of its potential, leaving players longing for a more satisfying and well-rounded experience.    … Expand
  13. PanBorsuk
    Jun 9, 2023
    3
    The pure business decision to make the game always online made it unplayable for me. As I started the game, after already few steps, I saw a terrible rubber banding and it never stopped. Tried every tip from online forums and nothing worked. After hitting the enemy it lasted like 2-3 (!) seconds for every hit to get registered, the same with collecting items. Because of lag the enemyThe pure business decision to make the game always online made it unplayable for me. As I started the game, after already few steps, I saw a terrible rubber banding and it never stopped. Tried every tip from online forums and nothing worked. After hitting the enemy it lasted like 2-3 (!) seconds for every hit to get registered, the same with collecting items. Because of lag the enemy movement was rather teleporting from one point to another. It ruined the immersion of the game completly and was very frustrating. Than i was thrown out of the game because server...
    I managed to get a refund.
    At this point i don't understand the management people from Blizzard an i feel sorry for the developers. It seems that they just never learn that providing a good gaming experience in the first place ist the conditio sine qua non. This decision to make game always online was clearly made to remain absolute control over my single player experience and they ruined it. I read about people waiting 'ages' in queues just to start a single player. Who has time for it?!
    I'm 40 years old, I have played all Diablo games excluding Immortal, I have not complained about Diablo III - i had fun playing it, i don't care about meta since i don't have enough time. All i wanted is casual game to relax. I paid 100€ and was soooo disappointed    … Expand
  14. EsZeus
    Jun 9, 2023
    4
    Short remark: You clearly see that most of the critic reviews are bought and they are having fear writing against Blizzard. If they would write a bad review, they will be uninvited for future events and so instead of writing honestly, they just give out the things blizzard wants to read about their "great game"

    Now, to the REVIEW: Since you can't apply a rating of an indie developer    Short remark: You clearly see that most of the critic reviews are bought and they are having fear writing against Blizzard. If they would write a bad review, they will be uninvited for future events and so instead of writing honestly, they just give out the things blizzard wants to read about their "great game"

    Now, to the REVIEW:
    Since you can't apply a rating of an indie developer studio here, the rating for Diablo 4 is definitely and justifiably harsher.

    The Good Sides:
    + Story
    + Campaign
    + Sound
    + Graphics

    The Bad Sides:
    - The areas are all "the same", dull and dreary
    - Open world farming is already extremely boring after about 10-20 levels (I reached level 70, and have W4 gear and can easily work in the world tier. Necromancer, btw.)
    - Dungeons are all the same. No real variety. The same randomly generated level sections in dungeons appear far too often.
    - Enemy variety is not given.
    - Campaign bosses were so easy, that it felt lackluster and was done literally in a minute most of the time.
    - Item level and item depth is kept ridiculously simple.
    - There are currently only 4 REAL playable builds for each class. These can be easily gleaned from the skills and damage types.
    - There are really only 1 to a maximum of 2 final playable builds per class, which also make sense, are fun and can kill properly at all.
    - The lack of variety of surprises and "AHA" moments are just sad.
    - Diablo 3 and 2, despite its difficulties, had extremely more variety and game depth than Diablo 4 has at launch.
    - LAGS since the release took place. Ridiculous. Rubberbanding and much more.
    - Masses of bugs. Multiplayer dungeons, quests and much more.
    - EXTREMELY lack of communication from the developers to the players; Simple example here is simply increasing the level of the world bosses from 70 to 90. Without proper note or patch notes.
    - The developers clearly show that they don't care about the community and players.
    - Playable builds that are fun and on which players sat for a long time to build this min-max, are simply nerfed and tossed away by the devs through patches
    - The developers have made a lot of bad design decisions regarding the gameplay. It constantly feels like no one from the QA team has actually played and tried the final game.
    - The developers are taking the "NERF" design approach instead of "balancing". Everything is generated to death here and screwed down, instead of balancing everything up equally, so that other builds also make sense and offer gameplay fun. Instead, the current game fun is simply removed.
    - In the current games scene known and already established games like Path of Exile, Diablo 3 and many other smaller studios have proven that you do not have to reinvent the wheel.
    Here Blizzard and the development team of Diablo 4 fail in the design aspect all along the line.
    - Builds are all predetermined when you look at the aspects and unique items. There are playable builds desired and wanted by the developers, and that's it. No diversity and freedom in your own exploration.
    - As a result of the previous point, players who have put an extreme amount of time into the game have to search and rebuild BUILDS to be efficient. Own builds are hard.

    This game is not for hardcore fans of the genre, nor is it a good game for casual gamers. Too much grind, too simple, to much from everything that is bad, and not enough from everything that could make it good and worthwhile.

    All in all, the game is a 4/10, just barely.

    From Blizzard you expect much more, but the quality and what the company once stood for (in the past) is nowadays just gone. They simply pull a second EA image. Great.    … Expand
  15. MusclePig
    Jun 9, 2023
    5
    It's not a bad game, but it's just a bit... boring. The auto scaling means you never feel more powerful; level 5 feels the same as level 50 power wise. Also forced diversity and gay stuff is just annoying. The game feels like it's been designed by committee
  16. vaiso
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The pace of combat in this game is very slow. And the field of view of the quarter view is very narrow, which is uncomfortable.… Expand
  17. promiselove02
    Jun 9, 2023
    0
    1. This is game, not gym, bro... so much running and drudgery.
    2. What the hell the story... the story and ending are just garbage.
    3. Super boring huge map, hard to feel the separate story chapters, and the end game content only makes people feel like a waste of time. 4. Quality of the movie is good, but the story is bad. Are you sure you are a game production company and not an    1. This is game, not gym, bro... so much running and drudgery.
    2. What the hell the story... the story and ending are just garbage.
    3. Super boring huge map, hard to feel the separate story chapters, and the end game content only makes people feel like a waste of time.
    4. Quality of the movie is good, but the story is bad.

    Are you sure you are a game production company and not an animation film production company?    … Expand
  18. tphilip123
    Jun 9, 2023
    7
    Game has some itemization issues at the endgame and weird power level inconsistencies. These need to be addressed before Season 1. Better than what we got with Diablo 3's release, but this part of the game needs more time in the oven. Most urgent issue to address: separate gem bag, and a way to replenish power similar to what we would do with mana potions in Diablo 2.

    Also needs some    Game has some itemization issues at the endgame and weird power level inconsistencies. These need to be addressed before Season 1. Better than what we got with Diablo 3's release, but this part of the game needs more time in the oven. Most urgent issue to address: separate gem bag, and a way to replenish power similar to what we would do with mana potions in Diablo 2.

    Also needs some kind of group finder system like we had in D2 and D3.

    That all said, Blizzard nailed the atmosphere, story, and music. They've brought back the dark gloomy atmosphere of a Diablo game, and I have the same tingles I experienced with Diablo 2 as a kid. Sanctuary is a beautifully sad world.    … Expand
  19. mindrust8
    Jun 8, 2023
    0
    This game is simply a polished diablo 3. If you hated d3, you will hate this game even more. Same stupid story, same stupid character designs, stupid artwork, flashing uniques, bad inventory design... everything about this game stinks. Had they come up with a different name like Demonoid4 or something then I wouldn't have any problems with it but they are using the Diablo name and thisThis game is simply a polished diablo 3. If you hated d3, you will hate this game even more. Same stupid story, same stupid character designs, stupid artwork, flashing uniques, bad inventory design... everything about this game stinks. Had they come up with a different name like Demonoid4 or something then I wouldn't have any problems with it but they are using the Diablo name and this simply isn't a diablo game. It is something else. This is false advertising. This is a scam. Don't buy.… Expand
  20. Roughbleeder
    Jun 8, 2023
    3
    The intro cinematic was cool, but I am bored as hell playing this game. I hit level 30 and I think I'm calling it quits. It is literally just another cookie clicker. Also, the gameplay graphics look a decade old, even on a system that exceeds its 4k recommendation. I'm clicking cookies and counting pixels with this pile of $70 crap.
  21. Fragrus
    Jun 8, 2023
    0
    Very bad. Stupid remaster of 3 diables without any changes. Do they want 80 euro for this **** **** you. Blizzard has lost her trust
  22. hajper777
    Jun 8, 2023
    1
    gra jest dobra ale po 50 poziomie dopiero ale do tego czasu jest nudna. system dodawanie punktów automatyczny. skalowanie potworów dramat. poziomu trudności to nie ma.
    zakładasz potężny item i nie czujesz równicy i przypływu mocy.
    gra jest dbra aby pograc pare dni . potem idzie na półke dlatego za taką cene dostaje słaba ocene przy kosztach 200zł dostało by smiało 5 lub 6 w opinie a    gra jest dobra ale po 50 poziomie dopiero ale do tego czasu jest nudna. system dodawanie punktów automatyczny. skalowanie potworów dramat. poziomu trudności to nie ma.
    zakładasz potężny item i nie czujesz równicy i przypływu mocy.
    gra jest dbra aby pograc pare dni . potem idzie na półke dlatego za taką cene dostaje słaba ocene
    przy kosztach 200zł dostało by smiało 5 lub 6 w opinie a tak to 1    … Expand
  23. Noca
    Jun 8, 2023
    1
    Game is boring as hell. Blizzard should have just remade Diablo 2 with some better graphics, new maps, new items, and bosses and it would have been worlds better than this crap. The items in this game are just meaningless numbers on a page that are completely uninspiring and unrewarding. The combat is slow and painful given that enemies just match your level, just why?? Why the hellGame is boring as hell. Blizzard should have just remade Diablo 2 with some better graphics, new maps, new items, and bosses and it would have been worlds better than this crap. The items in this game are just meaningless numbers on a page that are completely uninspiring and unrewarding. The combat is slow and painful given that enemies just match your level, just why?? Why the hell would you do this blizzard? The only redeemable qualities this game has is that is doesn't crash, isn't poorly optimized and there aren't any bugs other than the odd invisible wall my character got stuck on. The game is boring to look at, boring to play and dreary to listen to, nothing that I could remotely describe as fun. Nothing about this game is fun. Overrated, over-hyped, overpriced trash.

    1/10 (would have given zero but Blizzard earned 1 point for releasing a game that runs in 2023)    … Expand
  24. Claxtron
    Jun 8, 2023
    2
    Nice visuals and atmosphere, but that's about it. The gameplay, which is most important, is awful for this genre. It is the most tedious arpg I've ever played. Also, the endgame is severly even if you actually wanted to play it after the tedium of levelling.
  25. trmntr
    Jun 8, 2023
    0
    A very repetitive and frustrating game. Bad boring D3 graphics. Unbalanced classes, lack of an interesting endgame. Lack of character development. This game is more like an add-on for d3, and certainly not worth the money that the greedy Blizzard asks for it. Another speculation on the old d2.
  26. Turcoda
    Jun 8, 2023
    0
    Waaaaaaaaaay too expensive for a Diablo 3 reskin. Would have liked way more complexity to the game, something more similar to POE.
  27. XxX_420edge_XxX
    Jun 8, 2023
    4
    Diablo 4 out of 10

    -Contains an extensive cash shop -Campaign puts an emphasis on very boring open-world questing ala Lost Ark -Scaling system ensures you get weaker with every level-up -Schizophrenic skill balancing, some abilities will do 200x more damage than others -Short campaign, likely launched unfinished to sell you a $70 expansion pack -Boring daily chores as if it's a    Diablo 4 out of 10

    -Contains an extensive cash shop
    -Campaign puts an emphasis on very boring open-world questing ala Lost Ark
    -Scaling system ensures you get weaker with every level-up
    -Schizophrenic skill balancing, some abilities will do 200x more damage than others
    -Short campaign, likely launched unfinished to sell you a $70 expansion pack
    -Boring daily chores as if it's a mobile or browser game    … Expand
  28. Nixoid
    Jun 8, 2023
    3
    Ugly animation. Overpriced
    Disconnected
  29. mirinae90
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    Complaints from people and old people who don't have an understanding of this genre don't help.

    It's a high-quality game, and if you're a genre enthusiast, you'll have fun.
  30. Rocknrolla777
    Jun 8, 2023
    4
    Disregard the super negative reviews. Yeah there are issues but this game is fantastic. Yes it sucks there is a cosmetic cash shop and that the leveling has been slowed, but it’s so much better than Diablo 3, and it’s so much fun. Back to sanctuary with the friends
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#24 Best PC Game of 2023
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2023

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Metascore
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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