Diablo

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8.7

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  1. Richard_dias
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    I really liked Diablo 1 when I first played it. A dark fantasy game with challenging gameplay and nice art? Sign me in. Nowadays FromSoftware is doing it better, but the OG Diablo 1 have its place in my memories.
  2. fnenamg
    Aug 13, 2023
    8
    Well-crafted playground. Simple yet charming. At that time, Blizzard was completely different from what it is now...
  3. andre_pl
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Diablo 1 is still great game but needs mods like DevilutionX. It's superb when playing with The Hell 2 mod.
  4. James432023
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    This 10/10 rating is obviously based on the graphics of 1996. But it is one of the best games of all time if not the best in this genre. The story and lore are simple yet rich and games of today who introduce names and factions and gods so fast you can’t even remember what you just did, should be using this original Diablo game and Diablo 2 as examples or as models in which to base theirThis 10/10 rating is obviously based on the graphics of 1996. But it is one of the best games of all time if not the best in this genre. The story and lore are simple yet rich and games of today who introduce names and factions and gods so fast you can’t even remember what you just did, should be using this original Diablo game and Diablo 2 as examples or as models in which to base their game off of.… Expand
  5. Gams1
    Jul 27, 2023
    9
    creepi, scary, every monster can kill you and makes exploration terrifying.
    I played it again in 2022 and the charm is still there, 100x better than D4 XD
  6. iLi87
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    a better game than diablo IV
    I've spent over 2000 hours in it and I really recommend it for the experience and gameplay
  7. AdamM88
    Jun 13, 2023
    10
    An absolutely amazing game.
    If you pick this up in 2023, and you should, then play it with the mod called The Hell for the best experience.
  8. chosenam
    May 28, 2023
    9
    A masterpiece that made me feel scared while playing games late at night. I was 20 years old.
  9. UmutYldrm
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    i thınk this game not realy because this game perfect and better than other games
  10. shkipermann
    Feb 25, 2023
    8
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  11. xcale
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    Please all hail before the mighty Diablo franchise. This game created a term for average gamer: "Diablo like". Possibly ancestor of hack and slash ARPG.
  12. Antohadance
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    Базированная игра основавшая жанр диаблоид. Всё ещё играется увлекательно и выглядит неплохо
  13. Pendali
    Jun 16, 2022
    10
    What's there to say!? It's THE ledgenday Diablo, from the time when Blizzard was the best game studio in the world. The stuff that Sweet childhood memmories are made from.
  14. Kruul
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Atmosphere, music, voice acting, progression pacing, this game is a masterclass in all of the above. Only the gameplay and abilities/spells show their age a little, but if you go into it expecting an old school classic arpg that defined the genre, you will not be disappointed.
  15. Boldanone
    Jun 9, 2022
    8
    Very cool game, cool spooky atmosphere. The game is fun to play. It's had a great impact on the industry, so you should check it out.
  16. Kunray
    Jun 8, 2022
    10
    I recommend giving it a try.
    This game are awesome.
    10/10 2022 Diablo Epic
  17. ConstantineDice
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    Grew up on this game. Sure it has old mechanics, and it feels somewhat clunky compared to today's (2022) games... but this game is still a hardcore gem of an adventure. If you don't mind the old school game once in a while, you should try it.
  18. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    This game launched a new series. A new genre.

    I played it way later than I should have. But the RPG and grindy elements really got me.
  19. joglow
    May 16, 2022
    9
    The start of my game life literally. My first game ever. And I played it two months straight until I realized I played the demo only. Still better than any other game at that time.
  20. Lunartig
    May 3, 2022
    10
    Still a go-to game. If I could have the hours I've spent playing this game back, I wouldn't want them. I am the rogue. I'm no milk maid.
  21. proprosmert01
    Jan 7, 2022
    8
    The legendary game is the progenitor of the genre created by those Blizzards who created masterpieces
  22. Amorph0us
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    The first of its kind. Whoever digged this at 86, found a goldmine. A designer must always look back on what has gone well with this game to find answer about the current age.
  23. actinium
    Nov 18, 2021
    9
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  24. kiyoff
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    piece of history and the best diablo... Must play game... Diablo 2 sometimes is boring but Diablo 1 is a jewel.
  25. Woolee
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    The nostalgic feeling I get form thinking about this RTS trend setter for so many games. Made me start getting into the genre I will never leave. Just epic.
  26. Surrogate6
    May 11, 2021
    8
    I loved the mood of the original diablo but compared to its sequel Diablo is a bit outdated.
  27. diablooomen
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Тема тристрама навсегда в моем сердечке. Спасибо близы за счастливое детство.
  28. BFG-1337
    Mar 28, 2021
    9
    In rating this game as if its 1996, but ill tell you how it holds up now.
    The atmosphere is the main thing and the village music is stuck in my head with the walking patter sound. You can still enjoy this game if you just forget that its 2021 and imagine you are in 1996.
  29. Kai82
    Mar 28, 2021
    8
    Hard to rate today. Back then I would give a 9/10 and would praise the dark atmosphere, good gameplay and mechanics that keep you going on to improve your character. My negatives would be that it could be longer as I finished the game quite fast and that the conclusion is not that satisfying (but a great set up for Diablo 2). Today it is not that good anymore as newer games have set theHard to rate today. Back then I would give a 9/10 and would praise the dark atmosphere, good gameplay and mechanics that keep you going on to improve your character. My negatives would be that it could be longer as I finished the game quite fast and that the conclusion is not that satisfying (but a great set up for Diablo 2). Today it is not that good anymore as newer games have set the bars higher and Diablo 2 is better in all regards. So today I am more in the 6/10 range but must say I am under the influence of nostalgia and it could be worse for those who have not played it before. It is an action RPG and for many a primary example for hack and slash. A mayor aspect is getting better equipment from loot or merchants to steadily improve your character (There is the newer term “Loot porn” for this kind of games;-). The game is set in the town Tristram which was build on / near the ruins of an old monastery. There strange things happen as people vanish and live in a state of fear as there are rumors about the things that lurk in the underground of the ruins. Your character is an adventurer that wants to solve the mystery and explore the ruins. Good set up and atmosphere. Story wise it does a bit more than is needed and I appreciate this especially in its genre. For the gameplay: You chose between 3 characters: Warrior who focuses on melee, rouge who focuses on ranged combat and sorcerer who is specialized in magic. Each one has a unique ability and different limits for the attributes. I used all characters and favor the rogue for ranged attacks as they made the game easier. You get experience by killing monsters and side quests. For each level up you get 5 ability points that can be put into the 4 stats strength, magic, vitality and dexterity. These are connected to lifepoints, mana, hit% etc. There are of cause also items that raise these stats and you are always on the hunt for better loot / equipment. There are ability point restrictions for items and spells. For clarification: You can in theory learn all spells and use all items for all characters. However a warrior has a much lower limit for magic than the sorcerer so that higher level spells are not possible to learn (Don't remember if you can outmaneuver this with equipment that raises the stats). Also it would be a waste to nullify the class advantage but you are free to develop your characters as you want. You explore the underground of the ruins and go deeper and deeper while fighting stronger and stronger enemies. If you do not get better items and level up you will be at a huge disadvantage. The items have rarity levels and the rarer the better as by genre standards. Remark: Uncommon items must be identified and there is a degradation system in place. You can of cause repair these in the town. I already point out the negatives that the game is too short for me and the conclusion can be a disappointment (But is fully justified by lore and story). The graphics were good for its time but did not age that well. Maybe a bit to dark in some places but that is the set up for a dark scary dungeon so I cant complain here to be fair. Overall this was an excellent game for its time and started a successful franchise. I have fond memories of it (“Fresh meat”;-).It has one of the most loyal fan bases and is well know. I can not recommend it today for new players as I am too biased by nostalgia and newer games make this look inferior. However I can recommend it for those who want to experience the basic of franchises and it gives a clear example how a game series can evolve. I give an 8/10 with a nostalgia bias warning.… Expand
  30. Gorbunov2004
    Mar 25, 2021
    8
    Хорошая игра много врагов много оружия множество возможностей очень крутая игра.
  31. GrimalkinFel
    Feb 20, 2021
    9
    Now *this* is a true timeless classic of a game. As much as I enjoy D2, this first entrance into the franchise is what does it for me. It is likely due in some part to nostalgia bias speaking, as I grew up watching my mum playing this when I was little, then playing it myself. But I will do my best to speak from an objective point of view.
    tl;dr: 9/10 only because there is of course that    Now *this* is a true timeless classic of a game. As much as I enjoy D2, this first entrance into the franchise is what does it for me. It is likely due in some part to nostalgia bias speaking, as I grew up watching my mum playing this when I was little, then playing it myself. But I will do my best to speak from an objective point of view.
    tl;dr: 9/10 only because there is of course that retro game clunkiness present in a couple of features. I'm trying to be objective here but for the record my nostalgia would give it a 100/10 :P

    Pros:

    > Replayability. I've played and re-played this game countless times. Its replayability is off the charts. Fully randomised maps, randomised enemies from a pool, randomised quests from a pool of I think 4 for each section. So many ways to make each and every play-through unique. I've never had the same run experience twice.
    > Art style. Hoo boy, that dark and gritty gothic style lends itself so well to the subject and the setting, and complements the graphic capabilities of the time. Even today in 2021 I would say that graphically it holds up decently. It's not perfect by any means, but it looks almost like something faux-retro that an indie team might put out today. But it IS actually retro, and back when it was released, it was ground-breaking in its detail and variety.
    > Music. Holy christ on a biscuit the score in this game is SO. FREAKING. GOOD. Atmospheric, chillingly eerie and dripping with creep factor. The orchestral choir vocals of the dungeon theme. That little guitar riff in the catacombs. The deep, booming drums in the caves. The distorted baby cries in the hells. And we must not forget those iconic opening strums of the Tristram theme, which creates such a safe harbourage in tone from the chaos of the descent below the cathedral. I cannot express enough how much I adore the score, I listen to it casually on the regular.
    > Horror. Just go look at the butcher's room. For real though, the game can get downright suspenseful when you're waiting for the next enemy to come running toward you out of the shadows or from around a corner. Sure, it's not P.T. or anything, but it achieves what I think is an impressive amount of thrill and suspense for such a simple top-down dungeon crawler.

    > Gameplay. Gameplay is in the middle for me. On one hand, I love the way each class is characterised and has its own strengths and weaknesses. There's a little bit of overlap, but not too much, e.g. every class can theoretically learn spells or use every type of armour/weapon, it just depends on how difficult you want to make the game for yourself. :P But, that being said, it is still a click-fest. Careful not to get carpal tunnel here. The generalised stats also leave something to be desired, but I'll give them a little leeway as it's just a dungeon-crawler, not an open-world RPG. We need to be careful not to get too carried away with comparing a game from 1996 to games from 20+ years later.

    Cons:

    > Clunkiness. Yeah, the game can be a little clunky. I personally find it charming and am used to it, but I can understand that someone trying to play it for the first time today may struggle a little with slow movement speed, lack of scrolling for vendor item lists, negligible inventory space (which is probably due to monitor sizes at the time), and in the lowest levels often pretty disproportionate enemy spawns that can all but halt your run if they catch you off guard. There's also the distances of Adria and Wurt from the town centre that can grow tiring. Oh and the fun of loading and reloading your game to get the right stuff in the vendors' lists. I recommend muting or you'll have "well, what can I do for ya?" and "I sense a soul in search of answers" burned into your subconscious lol

    All-in-all I think that Diablo 1 is a fantastic example of a genre-defining classic title. It plays well to this day and is short enough to enjoy casually over a few sessions, or even one if you want to and have lucky drops and quest/map pulls. I thoroughly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience something truly atmospheric, timeless and made with love. Go forth and slay those demons!    … Expand
  32. catspats
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    Игра создала жанр, многие игры и сейчас не дотягивают до уровня атмосферы мрачности первой диабло( сравниваем те которые пытаются) все в ней хорошо. Геймплей ,реиграбельность, прокачка все что есть я бы оставил как есть
  33. Lestaterd
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    great atmosphere. Graphics, remnant fiction, music. Incredible. even after nearly 25 years.
  34. gracjanski
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This game was a milestone, but after some years it was outdated. With the mod belzebub this game is a masterpiece again and works great on modern systems: Better graphics, resolution and some little changes in the gameplay. The story was always great, just read the manual.
  35. meop
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This game was pure brilliance. It defined a genre and revolutionized gaming. That is not an overstatement. It is still being cloned to this day and even now with the advances in technology most of the copycats are still worse.
  36. Sitheral
    Jun 14, 2020
    9
    Well. It's Diablo. If you never experienced it and like loot and dark tone, you should give it a go.
    This one might lack in gameplay compared to the sequel, but without doubt has the most heavy atmosphere.
  37. SolveEtCoagula
    Jun 7, 2020
    9
    Classic! Could be a bit repetitive due to grinding and simplistic click-based gameplay. Rich atmosphere and user-friendly difficulty is what Diablo is all about. Back then - absolute hit, today some mods can enrich it.
  38. COED
    May 24, 2020
    9
    Это беспрекословная классика.
    Игра была выпущена Blizzard в те времена, когда ребята умели делать шедевры.
    Несмотря на сильную разницу в технологическом развитии между сегодняшними временами и теми, когда игра была сделана, она до сих пор остаётся притягательной и вполне реиграбельной. С удовольствием приобрёл её заново в официальном дистре на gog в дань уважения к игре.    Это беспрекословная классика.
    Игра была выпущена Blizzard в те времена, когда ребята умели делать шедевры.
    Несмотря на сильную разницу в технологическом развитии между сегодняшними временами и теми, когда игра была сделана, она до сих пор остаётся притягательной и вполне реиграбельной.
    С удовольствием приобрёл её заново в официальном дистре на gog в дань уважения к игре.
  39. dA_kOr
    May 22, 2020
    9
    PlayStation1 Version
    Die Urzutaten für eines der besten RPG's:
    - Düsterer Goth-Look,
    - epische Story
    - simples Gameplay
    - simpler Look

    Heraus kommt ein Meisterwerk, welches das Genre, RPG neu definiert und ein Gegengewicht liefert, zur vorherrschenden JRPG(FinalFantasy & Co.).
    Diese einfache Essenz schafft es heute noch, auf mein Smartphone Präsent zu sein.
  40. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    I've lost count of how many times I've played this game and age of empires at the time. In fact, I just finished and I don't even know what year I'm in. Essential.
  41. iKen
    Apr 12, 2020
    8
    Played on PC.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GREAT.
    Graphic: GOOD.
    Music/Sound: GREAT.
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GOOD.
  42. barothor
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    A milestone in gaming history. It was the first game I remember that I was falling for big time
  43. Bloodnes
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Шедевр игровой индустрии, игра, которую повторить так и не смогли. Лучшая РПГ все времен и народов, в те года смотрелась изумительно! Врятли найдется игроман, который не слышал о ней. 10/10 Близарды молодцы!
  44. SilverOrlov
    Sep 28, 2019
    9
    At that time, Blizzard was able to make games that would become immortal classic for the many years.
    An interesting plot and game-play, but the second part, as it seemed to me, was much more significant for the history of the gaming industry. Still, it was very good game for its time.
  45. strangermoon
    Sep 23, 2019
    10
    better than diablo 2 and 3. the closest game is this game of course diablo 2 but wthout expension. diablo2 ex makes the serie like loot game kills the mood mostly. diablo1 was about first dark mood and music gameplay then the loot or items.
  46. GurmpyCoolCat
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    This is the game that started it all. This classic is one of the best games created. This is where the dungeon crawl and looter started. This game is a must have.
  47. Joewashere
    Aug 8, 2019
    10
    A lone hero arrives to a dismal village and receives the quest to explore a dreadful dungeon reaching from the accursed damp catacombs of a desecrated church down to the flaming depths of hell. This isn’t about raising numbers, it’s about going down all alone.

    The strong sense of place and momentum, a remarkably simple yet effective combat system and a prodigious soundtrack which cannot    A lone hero arrives to a dismal village and receives the quest to explore a dreadful dungeon reaching from the accursed damp catacombs of a desecrated church down to the flaming depths of hell. This isn’t about raising numbers, it’s about going down all alone.

    The strong sense of place and momentum, a remarkably simple yet effective combat system and a prodigious soundtrack which cannot be complimented enough push the player into descending through walls of wailing demonic flesh until reaching Diablo himself -this is a horror tale with nightmarish sounds, grim visuals and a bare-bones RPG system fueling an aggressive gameplay more akin to id’s shooters than to anything else.

    Everything works like a clock, even that which taken by itself seems unfitting -such as the limited inventory and speed of the playable character- forces the player into constantly making relevant choices with both delayed and instant consequences (i.e. life or death), which account for the rather slim character building.

    As a proper masterpiece, Diablo is the father of a genre characterized by a brutal immediacy, set apart from the hordes of clones it spawned -a classic.    … Expand
  48. jelikey
    Aug 2, 2019
    10
    I visited this site out of morbid curiosity. I can't understand how some people get so adamant over a mere game. But anyway, I love Diablo so much that I frequently have wet dreams over it and I have been known to masturbate while playing. Oh, and once I was so engrossed in the world of Diablo that I forgot to eat for about six days...I lost about ten kilos. No joke, man. And one time II visited this site out of morbid curiosity. I can't understand how some people get so adamant over a mere game. But anyway, I love Diablo so much that I frequently have wet dreams over it and I have been known to masturbate while playing. Oh, and once I was so engrossed in the world of Diablo that I forgot to eat for about six days...I lost about ten kilos. No joke, man. And one time I felt so in love with the game that I couldn't help but lick the screen for a while. I'm not proud of that. I know it's weird, but stranger things have been known to happen amongst game freaks.… Expand
  49. NightElves
    Mar 19, 2019
    10
    Oh the music for Tristram Village "Into Town" is so perfect and the horror. You'll never know who's around the corner. Who can ever forget The Butcher "Fresh Meat" and the 16 levels, if I remember correctly and the legendary old man, Cain the Elder, with the wisest words in mankind's history "Hello my friend, stay awhile and listen". Three heroes are available, at that time it was enough,Oh the music for Tristram Village "Into Town" is so perfect and the horror. You'll never know who's around the corner. Who can ever forget The Butcher "Fresh Meat" and the 16 levels, if I remember correctly and the legendary old man, Cain the Elder, with the wisest words in mankind's history "Hello my friend, stay awhile and listen". Three heroes are available, at that time it was enough, so fine by me.… Expand
  50. Vradcly
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    I remember asking my christian mother about things I had encountered in Diablo after playing it at a friends house, and how that made me really contemplate the grey areas of morality for years to come. Where the fallen really deserving their fate? Can a crown really hide a persons madness like that for real? Was it stupidity or nobility at display at the ending scene? The thick atmosphereI remember asking my christian mother about things I had encountered in Diablo after playing it at a friends house, and how that made me really contemplate the grey areas of morality for years to come. Where the fallen really deserving their fate? Can a crown really hide a persons madness like that for real? Was it stupidity or nobility at display at the ending scene? The thick atmosphere made my young imagination venture to places it had deep yearnings to shape and explore, and the poetry, the tales and books slingshot me into halls from which I had previously been blind...Experiencing Diablo was an honing of my soul, it was testing me on so many levels. Maybe the greatest trick the devil ever pulled, was convincing us that he was god.… Expand
  51. Marcelo_Furtado
    Sep 5, 2018
    10
    Diablo is a classic, on all perspectives, on all categories. It transcends time. I probably will play it again many times before i die.
  52. iddqd4
    Jan 19, 2018
    10
    Вероятно первая RPG которую я увидел в компьютерном клубе, и вероятно первая пройденная RPG на уже домашнем ПК. Незабываемое путешествие.
  53. nik_balani
    Dec 24, 2017
    10
    The original diablo was a whole new style of gameplay for me and set the scene for all future point and click attack style games. Incredible story line as well.
  54. TomCat86
    Dec 4, 2017
    10
    Excellent game, nothing like the trash diablo 3 we see today from blizzards mishaps. They need to re visit why diablo 1 and 2 were so much better than diablo 3.
  55. angelss_13
    Jun 10, 2017
    8
    Gran juego. Un clásico del RPG que definió varias de las mecanicas del género. El sistema de juego es algo elemental, pero engancha. La música y la mitología del juego son fascinantes, aunque la historia no se desarrolla del todo bien.
  56. rich_pl
    Dec 15, 2016
    8
    Now very dated, and 'in comparison' to modern titles seems like a laughable attempt at making a game.

    BUT - I think this game is among three that I will always hold to be 'top-level' games I still remember the nights poured into this game, I still remember the moments of tension and relief at achieving the various milestones of game play, killing certain bosses or surviving certain    Now very dated, and 'in comparison' to modern titles seems like a laughable attempt at making a game.

    BUT - I think this game is among three that I will always hold to be 'top-level' games I still remember the nights poured into this game, I still remember the moments of tension and relief at achieving the various milestones of game play, killing certain bosses or surviving certain levels.

    And knowing now that this spawned a sequel which in my mind is still unsurpassed in the Action RPG genre - Diablo 2, that fact alone means that this game has to be recognised as part of the pinnacle of PC gaming.

    Even now I occasionally like to have a little nostalgia and install Diablo 1 just so I can take a big old dose of happy memories.

    I can't honestly say that anyone should go out and get this game now, but just want everyone to understand that even before today's vast game budgets, before the dedicated teams of artists and environment designers, before all of the impressiveness of modern gaming there were games like this that shone out because they provided fantastic experiences and enticing game play.

    Times have moved on, but my memories are better than a hundred new releases.    … Expand
  57. Nel
    Dec 4, 2016
    8
    Great game by Blizzard again, the game when it came out was difficult to master, but it was an enjoyable experience, and had several different ways that you could play, and there was a lot of replay ability.
  58. MasterCeddy
    Nov 14, 2016
    10
    A masterpiece, even though not perfect, I give it the perfect score as it was the first in its genre, I used to play this game as a kid and it was the scariest feeling. The colors have low contrast, everything is dark, the asmosphere is scary and adventurous. The music composer Matt Uelmen is a genius and so is the rest of the team. This game influenced hundreds of games in the followingA masterpiece, even though not perfect, I give it the perfect score as it was the first in its genre, I used to play this game as a kid and it was the scariest feeling. The colors have low contrast, everything is dark, the asmosphere is scary and adventurous. The music composer Matt Uelmen is a genius and so is the rest of the team. This game influenced hundreds of games in the following years in the gaming universe.… Expand
  59. DeyvsonCaliman
    Jul 25, 2016
    10
    No doubt one of games I played the must in my life, incredibly replayable, I could never get bored. This game was so revolutionary that up to this day we say "Diablo style game". It's a classic that a player from today world may not enjoy because of it's outdated graphics and a character growth system that is too simple. Even so, at the time, I couldn't believe such master piece.

    It's    No doubt one of games I played the must in my life, incredibly replayable, I could never get bored. This game was so revolutionary that up to this day we say "Diablo style game". It's a classic that a player from today world may not enjoy because of it's outdated graphics and a character growth system that is too simple. Even so, at the time, I couldn't believe such master piece.

    It's one of those addictive games, kill tons of sprites to develop the character until we are strong enough to kill the last boss. And them we are ready to do everything again, because dungeons are aleatory, different characters offer different game-plays and hack n' slash is so fun. Not to mention nice background story, go underground and kill the devil in that gothic environment, I felt medieval. It's a shame games don't use this kind of environment, orcs and elves can get really boring.    … Expand
  60. ThecriticGoD
    Mar 27, 2016
    9
    This game was completely impressive when it came out, the graphics, the music, the dungeon crawling, the combat system, it defined a genre and it was definetely very very exciting. Maybe if you play it nowadays and you're not an old-school player it feels a bit slow and rusty but it does definetely deserve all the praise it gets.
  61. pvgirl93
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    Great Game, loved it as a kid. For the time it had a great level of detail and diversity for the player. It really was groundbreaking at the time and Blizzard has continued to excel with the Diablo franchise
  62. jrh23
    Dec 25, 2015
    10
    By 1996, everyone was tired of the dying, cliche, turn-based RPG formula. Diablo saved the genre by bringing it into real-time. Another triumph by Blizzard
  63. iseeall
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    Diablo 1 is still very much fun to play, also in multiplayer mode, 20 years after it was released. From today's perspective, it's basically simplified World of Warcraft, because Blizzard honed their concept of character and gear progression from Diablo 1 to Diablo 2 to World of Warcraft. The strongest feature of Diablo 1 is (and was at the time) its randomly generated dungeons.
  64. GolovA
    Dec 6, 2015
    9
    Wow! What a game! Back then it was like
    "Dude, you know Diablo?"
    "As if! It's like the best game EVVVA!" :) Yeah, those were the times - the times when "replayability" actually meant playing the game a gazillion of times, until the CD became razor thin from constant reinstalls, until you could, like, run circles around bosses at character level 1 with your eyes closed, and still enjoy    Wow! What a game! Back then it was like
    "Dude, you know Diablo?"
    "As if! It's like the best game EVVVA!" :)
    Yeah, those were the times - the times when "replayability" actually meant playing the game a gazillion of times, until the CD became razor thin from constant reinstalls, until you could, like, run circles around bosses at character level 1 with your eyes closed, and still enjoy the game!
    THAT'S REPLAYABILITY.
    And that was Diablo.    … Expand
  65. Lotian
    Oct 20, 2015
    9
    Best in the series, in my opinion. Had that dark, grim 'n grity feel. I lost interest in Diablo series since then. It just went arcade, caroonish. Not my preference.
  66. retkimuna
    Jun 12, 2015
    8
    this is very fun arpg. graphics has aged well and gameplay is ok. It has some problems but it's no't bad like some kids in reviews say. Diablo 1 is fun nostalgic game.
  67. mcfry
    Feb 2, 2015
    10
    There may be a little nostalghia to my maximum rating, but I also believe this is a perfect casual game.
    - a simple, smooth and motivating gameplay
    - different playing styles through items and magic
    - enormous replay value
    - involving sound and story
    If you need to whack some time, this is it. Is it mobile already?
  68. Floing
    Nov 12, 2014
    10
    This is the most atmospheric game ever made. Even Diablo 2 pales in comparison with this masterpiece. There is always a sense of dread and some of the monsters can actually become dangerous and feel like a real fight (something Diablo 3 completely lacks). There are some flaws like black deaths permanently screwing you up and wizard being totally overpowered but there are mods to fix that.
  69. Kaprawiec
    Oct 23, 2014
    10
    I remember when I first played demo of first DIABLO. It was just amazing. Music was just perfect. Its way better than those in all new instalments. Dark, heavy atmosphere - again perfect. Innovative loot system. Even story was quite interresting. in 1996 gameplay was really perfect for me. For couple of years to come this was really one of my favourite titles. When I come back to this gameI remember when I first played demo of first DIABLO. It was just amazing. Music was just perfect. Its way better than those in all new instalments. Dark, heavy atmosphere - again perfect. Innovative loot system. Even story was quite interresting. in 1996 gameplay was really perfect for me. For couple of years to come this was really one of my favourite titles. When I come back to this game now it seems almost like some indie game, its so slow compared to D3. But it still is one of the most important game in gaming history.… Expand
  70. urieaal
    Sep 27, 2014
    8
    I can still re-install and play this game. That should really say something saying that my only real re-playable games are ff7 and xenogears other then that its truly hard for me to pick up and replay games.

    In its time it was great and frankly i still like to dupe (dupelicate items) and hax the hell out of it. its just good old fashion fun. Hell if a **** server was going id be on it    I can still re-install and play this game. That should really say something saying that my only real re-playable games are ff7 and xenogears other then that its truly hard for me to pick up and replay games.

    In its time it was great and frankly i still like to dupe (dupelicate items) and hax the hell out of it. its just good old fashion fun. Hell if a **** server was going id be on it once in a while.    … Expand
  71. koval321
    Aug 14, 2014
    10
    This is best Diablo in series. This is how it should look like, exploring dungeon and not running on desert, because open area always look the same even if its random. Torchlight1 was also good game because it keep that style and atmosphere, where am just say best clone, not better game. D1 is best in own style.
  72. DeusXCom
    Aug 5, 2014
    10
    When first Diablo was released in 1996 it blew everyone's mind with it's beautiful visuals, fantastic music, dark atmosphere and incredibly fun and addictive gameplay. I loved and still love every bit of it. It still plays and holds up well until this day and it's by far the best from the trilogy imo. Just listening to the soundtrack and that music is just pure classic. 10/10
  73. Zarniwooop
    Jul 28, 2014
    10
    One of the most important games ever made.

    It is STILL scary if you play now. The butcher doesn't make me wet my pants like he did the first time anymore, but knowing that if you die, you're going to have to get all your stuff back is just nerve-racking. Possibly the most atmospheric RPG ever made. Or if that's going too far, then easily the best music. The only thing that makes    One of the most important games ever made.

    It is STILL scary if you play now. The butcher doesn't make me wet my pants like he did the first time anymore, but knowing that if you die, you're going to have to get all your stuff back is just nerve-racking.

    Possibly the most atmospheric RPG ever made. Or if that's going too far, then easily the best music.

    The only thing that makes it an adjustment to play today is the lack of run/walk.

    I play this at least once a year and have since it came out.    … Expand
  74. JacobCleveland
    Jul 12, 2014
    10
    Greatest game of all time. It's too bad that time has not been kind to Diablo. Original and great addictive gameplay that became the face of the hack and slash rpg genre.
  75. verglia
    Apr 1, 2014
    10
    All hail blizzard north the one and only true blizzard.DIABLO(1) is the best game in the world.Respect and best regards to north and Matt Ulman,Brevik and the rest...

    I can see what you see not— Vision milky, then eyes rot. When you turn, they will be gone, Whispering their hidden song. Then you see what cannot be— Shadows move where light should be. Out of darkness, out of mind,    All hail blizzard north the one and only true blizzard.DIABLO(1) is the best game in the world.Respect and best regards to north and Matt Ulman,Brevik and the rest...

    I can see what you see not—
    Vision milky, then eyes rot.
    When you turn, they will be gone,
    Whispering their hidden song.
    Then you see what cannot be—
    Shadows move where light should be.
    Out of darkness, out of mind,
    Cast down into the Halls of the Blind.    … Expand
  76. Watersson
    Feb 23, 2014
    8
    Diablo is one of the icons of games. It showed the world that the game does not have to be difficult to be good. As in those days was a good graphics and the music even better. Randomly generated underground-that's something!. It is a pity that the disposal were only three character classes (warrior, mage and rogue). The worst thing about this game is that it is a short ...
  77. TommyTanker
    Nov 17, 2013
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Dark, evil, mysterious, adventurous, exciting and so much re-playability. Outstanding. Wish they still made games like this these days.
  78. Shadowborn89
    Oct 4, 2013
    10
    Diablo started my love for PC Games and i still play it today.
    if you haven`t played this game before i seriously recommend you do!
    A good 10 of 10 score in my part!
  79. a9249
    Mar 29, 2013
    10
    When I was a child, I played this game for over a year, over and over again. It is the apitami of good game play, and as such will be forever classified as the classic and original rpg of my life.
  80. Mittsies
    Mar 9, 2013
    10
    My favorite PC game of all time. Truly the most monumental and inspirational action dungeon crawler ever created. It was the game that paved the way for its genre to grow and one of the major reasons why Blizzard became among the greatest game developers of all time.
  81. OmriPC
    Dec 15, 2012
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Best graphics for his time period. Story is superb and the sound is fine.The game includes a fantastic gameplay. This game changed the video games world- from RPG to action. This game is one of the best games ever, if not the best, this is absolutely the finest work of Blizzard Entertainment.
  82. Jangle
    Dec 1, 2012
    8
    If you like this dungeon runner style, you will like Diablo. Aside from the lack of deep story, the action is fun. Playing a melee character, I found difficult as it seems you spend more time chasing enemies than actually attacking them. Once you switch to mage, it is a walk in the park. I ended up using one spell through the whole game, which shows how repetitive it can get. OneIf you like this dungeon runner style, you will like Diablo. Aside from the lack of deep story, the action is fun. Playing a melee character, I found difficult as it seems you spend more time chasing enemies than actually attacking them. Once you switch to mage, it is a walk in the park. I ended up using one spell through the whole game, which shows how repetitive it can get. One strong element in the game is the limited but fantastic music. There aren't many tracks, but they are very well done. Very similar to the recent Torchlight I game.… Expand
  83. MrWESS
    Aug 25, 2012
    10
    When Blizzard made this game, they made a revolution to RPG world. Everything a real RPG gamer wants is in this game. Let's face it, RPG's were never about graphics, but how invested in your character, in your game, in your mission can game make you. And this game was, and still is one of the BEST games I've ever played. Sadly, Diablo franchise started to deteriorate after this game.When Blizzard made this game, they made a revolution to RPG world. Everything a real RPG gamer wants is in this game. Let's face it, RPG's were never about graphics, but how invested in your character, in your game, in your mission can game make you. And this game was, and still is one of the BEST games I've ever played. Sadly, Diablo franchise started to deteriorate after this game. Neither of the sequel lived up to this game. Diablo had a real story, and it was like a movie, a novel. Diablo 2 was here and there good, but had some flaws, such as no classic save game in singleplayer, but multiplayer solution to it, and Diablo 3 was a massive failure, Everything that was wrong with Diablo 2, they exaggareted it about 1000 times. Diablo 1 had both simplicity of gaming, and complexitiy of storytelling and questing. That's why Diablo, especiallly with Hellfire expansion is the game, that i play till this day...… Expand
  84. GREW50ME
    Jul 15, 2012
    10
    I should really just sum this review up in two words: "Diablo Clone." Wait, where did that come from? Oh yeah, it came from this game. If you have never heard of a Diablo clone, then you are pretty much a newb. Diablo copied the action sequences of some popular ASCII games, added in some stellar graphics and sound (for their time), and made a story that would make Lucifer himselfI should really just sum this review up in two words: "Diablo Clone." Wait, where did that come from? Oh yeah, it came from this game. If you have never heard of a Diablo clone, then you are pretty much a newb. Diablo copied the action sequences of some popular ASCII games, added in some stellar graphics and sound (for their time), and made a story that would make Lucifer himself cringe. The game was simple, but also had some complexity. The level layouts were completely random. The item drops combined random item properties in a prefix-base-suffix setup in which each randomly generated section had a massive number of possibilities.
    Skills were not tied to classes, but were instead tied to books that you found on the way! You could be a warrior with fireballs or a wizard in Gothic Plate! Experiment all you wish!
    There was some great single player, multiplayer via LAN and B.net, and most importantly, wide open PKing to add layers of challenge to the game.
    This game revolutionized the ARPG genre, or perhaps even created it! For what it was in its day, there were very few games to challenge, let alone top it. For this reason, Diablo 1 gets my highest recommendations!    … Expand
  85. lucidanarchy
    Jun 6, 2012
    10
    What more can I say about this game other than truely groundbreaking and amazing for its time. Diablo introduced me to the RPG franchise and have enjoyed my stay ever since.
  86. ixvo
    May 21, 2012
    10
    Probably the best one, and the most deserving of the name DIABLO. Intense atmosphere, the music and the refined graphics really create an unique atmosphere that was just partly replicated in Diablo 2, and completely forgotten in the crap afterwards.
  87. wrongpassword
    May 19, 2012
    10
    A revolutionary game for its time in all respects. Yes it had its share of bugs. The words town killed still engenders feelings of deep resentment among old time fans. Yes it does not compare to the richness of current gaming. Though its graphics are aged and outdated, the sound, voice acting and atmosphere are a morosely compelling as it ever was. Few will ever forget their firstA revolutionary game for its time in all respects. Yes it had its share of bugs. The words town killed still engenders feelings of deep resentment among old time fans. Yes it does not compare to the richness of current gaming. Though its graphics are aged and outdated, the sound, voice acting and atmosphere are a morosely compelling as it ever was. Few will ever forget their first meeting with the butcher or their battle with the Skeleton King. For many, myself included, it was their first foray into online multiplayer and it was good. It was not the saccharine world of nintendo, the slow turn based strategy games that dominated the PC scene then or the increasingly arcane 2d fighter. It was a dark and accessible world where anyone could enter but few would ever leave. We miss you Blizzard North and we will never forget this game.… Expand
  88. volkandrst
    May 16, 2012
    10
    süperrrr gamee . i love you DİABLO. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......................................................................................................................
  89. Satanmos
    Mar 24, 2012
    10
    What can I say over 150 positive 7 mixed and 21 bad Diablo the game that changed everything.
    Diablo 3 out soon hope it is worth the wait .Chop chop .
  90. eyEZix
    Mar 8, 2012
    10
    One of THEE all time best games of all time! Diablo inspired perhaps countless games and not just games but great games. This game is endlessly fun to play and very very addictive even now. Randomly generated dungeon levels, dynamic ai, a plethora of weapons armor and items and 3 classes to choose from. This is a one of a kind and practically the first of its kind. A priceless gem of all ages!
  91. Kirase
    Dec 31, 2011
    10
    Released in 96 this game was the first of its kind and generally just as good as it gets.
    Enjoyed it for countless hours, even more with the hellfire addon and mods like varahya/khans.
    Judged by that it clearly was a 10/10 game even if i probably wouldnt pick it up again today for the same reasons i wouldnt pick up civilization 1 or duke nukem 3D again.
  92. EtaYorius
    Dec 21, 2011
    10
    One of my all times favorite, back in the day i would spend hours and hours just trying to find good items, also it was the first game i played Online.

    The story was good and the gameplay fun and scary, no game up to this date can still beat the terror i feelt while entering the butcher room for the first time...
  93. TexasGamer
    Nov 29, 2011
    10
    When Diablo was released, it was the best RPG of its time. Even though there are only 3 characters does not take away from the gameplay. The dynamic maps are great, they ensure that every trip through the dungeon will be different. The sounds and music added greatly to the game. Diablo is, and probably will be one of the greatest games of all time.
  94. Xextreem
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    i can not believe that people call this a good game no its a great game the first in his class all other "hack&slash" out there are base on this tiny game. People that review this game like Thosa vote 2 times a 4 and a 0 need to get a life. People like "Griper below in the negative commend you find them need to get a **** slap. No stop the crap. If you dont like hack&slash game dont botheri can not believe that people call this a good game no its a great game the first in his class all other "hack&slash" out there are base on this tiny game. People that review this game like Thosa vote 2 times a 4 and a 0 need to get a life. People like "Griper below in the negative commend you find them need to get a **** slap. No stop the crap. If you dont like hack&slash game dont bother to even play it let alone to review it why because its lame and false to give false information about the game. Diablo was back in the days 1997 the hit simpel cd and you are good to go on your 4/86 with 33mhz and 4mb ram (dont forget the turbo mode) yah simple as that new people dont try this because so outdated style you will not like this horribly graphics for this age. Its like playing on your best pc the snes games or commodore game in the early games. For the fans of hack and slash games meet the king and try it,… Expand
  95. Tramm
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    The original atmosphere. I loved this game, and though its getting old, it still brings me dark memories. I remember playing this in darkness and encountering Diablo for the first time *chills*. Play it now because you like the story line, and because you need the original scare!
  96. Apollo
    Jul 25, 2011
    10
    A great game for its time, sure people complain about how the levels all look the same but truely the are not, they are randomly generated dungeons which give you some of the best replayability. It was a ten for its day and age, and I have a feeling it's comming back with Diablo 3, all for what Ghast said, 96-98 if they remade it with new models, textures, and more customizable classes
  97. davenbettridge
    Jul 19, 2011
    9
    In reviewing Diablo you have remember that video games have developed A LOT over the years, games didnt just spontaneously become as functional and as complex as they are today and Diablo has contributed a step in the progress and evolution of its genre. Diablo 1 was a great game for its time and still holds up very well, its only our impatient side of being over spoilt modern gamers thatIn reviewing Diablo you have remember that video games have developed A LOT over the years, games didnt just spontaneously become as functional and as complex as they are today and Diablo has contributed a step in the progress and evolution of its genre. Diablo 1 was a great game for its time and still holds up very well, its only our impatient side of being over spoilt modern gamers that makes Diablo outdated, but when you stripe impatience aside Diablo becomes one of the timeless greats of the 90s. The design and service of Battle net is perhaps the most important and influence contribution that Diablo brought, the simple and addictive real time gameplay, the item/ loot system, stat character customisation are fantastic. The atmosphere is great (better than Diablo 2 and 3!), the simplicity and charm of the monster and environment design, the gothic story, the dark tones of despair, the random level generator all were original at its time and have since been copied and recopied in the industry today. Diablo is one of my favourites and a great and important game of its time.… Expand
  98. snowshreder
    Jul 5, 2011
    10
    Wow i have to weight in here 8.1 come on guys shame of you little youngsters go play with you Wii.
    First of all this is an Action RPG which has a huge community now, the game was great then Diablo 2 is still great now with a relatively huge community for a decade old game and now we wait for Diablo 3 but that s neither here nor there. I will Admit this game is no fun now but back in the    Wow i have to weight in here 8.1 come on guys shame of you little youngsters go play with you Wii.
    First of all this is an Action RPG which has a huge community now, the game was great then Diablo 2 is still great now with a relatively huge community for a decade old game and now we wait for Diablo 3 but that s neither here nor there. I will Admit this game is no fun now but back in the day it was. "Times change scores don't" - Me    … Expand
  99. davengo
    May 26, 2011
    9
    The original Diablo not only ushered in an era of clickfest action-RPGs for the PC, it probably also helped revive interest in computer roleplaying games in general, though ironically action-RPGs eventually killed off hardcore RPGs five year later, with Arcanum being the final game of that era (that said, Diablo is not actually that far from the hardcore dungeon crawling RPGs like theThe original Diablo not only ushered in an era of clickfest action-RPGs for the PC, it probably also helped revive interest in computer roleplaying games in general, though ironically action-RPGs eventually killed off hardcore RPGs five year later, with Arcanum being the final game of that era (that said, Diablo is not actually that far from the hardcore dungeon crawling RPGs like the Icewind Dale and Might & Magic series). Diablo may not be as refined as later action-RPGs, nor as deep as the hardcore RPGs, but the gameplay still enjoyable, rewarding, and addictve, with a unique gothic fantasy setting, well-emphasized by the dark, heavy and genuinely creepy atmosphere permeates through the game, an atmosphere that was sadly and sorely lacking in Diablo II (which I consider to be an inferior game, for this reason). I'd go as far to say that the original Diablo is one of the most atmospheric roleplaying games ever released - and atmosphere is very important for roleplaying games.… Expand
  100. Dracongo
    Mar 24, 2011
    9
    Not perfect, but for its time nearly a decade and a half ago this game was great. The mood and feel of this game surpasses its sequel, as does its music. However, I will knock a point off for the cheats that ran rampant and for the painfully slow walking despite giant maps.
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#3 Best PC Game of 1996
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Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 12
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  1. Yahoo!
    100
    A feast of atmospheric entertainment. While it might tire after a while, you'll likely get your money's worth long before that point, and moreso if you venture into the chaos that is Battle.net, where life takes on a whole new meaning and the hours slip mysteriously away. Diablo is a landmark game.
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  2. Adrenaline Vault
    100
    About as close to Hell as you're going to get - whether you believe in it or not. Everything about this game just rules and it will blow you away. The gameplay is the easiest I've ever come across in an RPG which is just fantastic.
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  3. All Game Guide
    80
    If you're looking for an action RPG with medieval roots and influences, dark and moody settings, and unique game play, then run to your nearest retailer and pick up a copy of Diablo!
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