The release of Diablo IV on June 5-6 has spawned a variety of reviews. While some gamers are raving about the fun they’re having in Sanctuary, others aren’t as excited about the latest edition of their favorite ARPG series. Here’s a summary of what gamers are saying in the game’s first week:
The Good
One of the aspects where Diablo IV shines is the scenic beauty of Sanctuary. The different game environments are skillfully crafted and rich in details, adding multiple dimensions to the world-building. The accompanying soundtrack perfectly complements the grim undertones of the game, and players can imagine listening to it for many hours while slashing through hordes of enemies.
Regarding the main quest line, Blizzard has performed remarkably well. The story manages to capture the essence of the dark, demonic world of Sanctuary, offering players a fun time. Compared to Diablo III, reviewers find the story much better, which was a disappointment for many players after playing Diablo II — undisputedly the king of the series.
The Bad
While some gamers regard the game as a fun ride when viewed independently, its standing compared to other titles in the series is another matter. Casual players may find it impressive, but ARPG veterans who grew up playing the old Diablo games believe the current game is lackluster and shallow compared to the lore-rich Diablo II.
Another downside of the game is that players must connect to the servers and remain online while playing. A glitch has resulted in what’s now called “error 300008.” After triggering the error, players need to wait for some time before logging back into the game. The developers say they’re working to resolve issues associated with the game, but the login issues might continue until the backend troubleshooting gets completed. Because of this, players who have run out of patience are expressing their frustrations, and there have been instances where the server goes down without any prior announcement, as mentioned by a user named Bushons on Blizzard’s website.
The combat system in Diablo IV has earned criticism in some quarters, as it gets repetitive and tedious. It lacks many ARPG components that would draw players, such as a wide range of skills to level up a character, a variety of side quests that make grinding seem fun, and more unique and challenging enemy types.
