Diablo II: Resurrected

Even without the nostalgia creeping in, one can plainly see that this is a game for the ages. Cross-play would make this the perfect release for me, but even as is, I love this game.

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Buy Diablo II: Resurrected for PS4 & PS5, the definitive remastering of Diablo II and its Lord of Destruction expansion.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 16,015 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Diablo II: Resurrected features stunning remastered graphics and improved sound design, enhancing the original's dark atmosphere.
The game remains faithful to the original, providing a nostalgic experience for long-time fans while also being accessible to newcomers.
Multiplayer gameplay is engaging and fun, allowing for cooperative play with friends and a variety of character builds.

Many of the original game's dated mechanics and design choices remain, which may deter new players and feel outdated.
Technical issues, including server instability and bugs, can hinder the overall experience.
The lack of significant quality of life improvements and the removal of certain multiplayer features limit the game's appeal on modern platforms.

graphics
20 mentions
65 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The graphics of Diablo II: Resurrected have received widespread acclaim for their stunning remastering, which enhances the original's visuals while maintaining its nostalgic charm. Players appreciate the impressive graphical overhaul, including new cutscenes and improved sound design, which collectively elevate the game's atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some minor clarity issues and online lag have been noted, the overall aesthetic improvements and smooth animations ensure that the game stands out among modern releases.
- “With completely remastered graphics, all-new cutscenes, and console cross-progression, Diablo II: Resurrected takes us back to hell, and it’s every bit as amazing as it was when we played it 20 years ago.”
- “[Impressive graphical overhaul, striking reimagining of the game's visuals that don't compromise on the gripping mood and atmosphere.]”
- “[The improved visuals and smoother animations allow Diablo II to stand tall among modern releases, even if the game shows its age in several areas.]”
- “Its changes are mostly aesthetic.”
- “Some graphical improvements come at the cost of clarity.”
- “The improved visuals and smoother animations allow Diablo II to stand tall among modern releases, even if the game shows its age in several areas.”
gameplay
15 mentions
20 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of nostalgic charm and outdated mechanics, with many players enjoying the satisfying and varied combat and exploration loops. However, technical issues, repetitive gameplay, and restrictive controls detract from the overall experience, highlighting a missed opportunity for modernization. While the visual upgrades are praised, the core gameplay design shows signs of age, leaving some players longing for more substantial improvements.
- “Beautiful visuals; immensely satisfying and varied gameplay; wide array of characters and enemies.”
- “Familiar gameplay brings back nostalgia, updated visuals, tremendous fun in multiplayer.”
- “The exploration/combat loop is still fully engaging, with only a few remnants of its age interfering with gameplay on the Switch.”
- “On one hand it has the sweet allure of nostalgia, on the other hand it often feels outdated, with mechanics that evolved quite a lot in the last 21 years.”
- “Annoying gameplay mechanics, constant selling and buying, restrictive controls, regressive character art, and a finicky UI poorly date this adventure.”
- “Gameplay loop is repetitive, controls and UI are limiting and not accessible, character art is certainly of its time, with several bugs and glitches that hinder combat.”
music
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its clarity and enhancement in the remastered version, with many noting the memorable and moody soundtrack that complements the gameplay. Reviewers highlight the impressive overhaul of sound alongside graphical improvements, making the experience more immersive. However, some users have reported occasional stuttering during loading, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “Original game holds up well, excellent overhaul to graphics and music, improved online play.”
- “Compelling dungeon crawling, huge amount of character builds to play with, impressive graphical overhaul, memorable, moody soundtrack.”
- “Remastered graphics are great, especially spell effects, the sounds have been improved and the music is clearer than ever before, bringing this to new consoles means more people will get to experience this absolute classic.”
- “Music can stutter while loading, which can be quite frustrating.”
- “The soundtrack by Matt Uelmen is great, but it feels overshadowed by other aspects of the game.”
- “While the remastered graphics are impressive, the music doesn't quite match the quality of the visuals.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its striking visual overhaul that maintains the original's gripping mood, creating a visually impressive dark and gothic environment. Enhancements in UI and accessibility further improve the experience, while the faithful design appeals to long-time fans. Overall, the reimagined visuals successfully capture the essence of the classic game while offering a fresh yet familiar atmosphere.
- “Remarkable cinematics and animations create a visually impressive dark and gothic atmosphere.”
- “Visually, there's a stark difference, and it looks great while maintaining the atmosphere.”
- “Stunning visual overhaul with a moody, gothic atmosphere; a classic reborn.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion I expected.”
- “While the visuals are stunning, the overall atmosphere fails to evoke any real sense of dread or excitement.”
- “The game has a gothic aesthetic, but it doesn't translate into a compelling atmosphere; it feels more like a shell than a living world.”
story
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The story of Diablo III is accessible for newcomers, providing a satisfying experience without requiring prior knowledge of the series. However, some players feel that the narrative could have been enhanced by addressing longstanding gameplay and story issues, as well as technical bugs that have persisted for years.
- “If you are new to video games, you should definitely start with Diablo III, as you won't miss anything story-wise, and the experience will be much more satisfying.”
- “Missed opportunities to fix gameplay and story issues, bugs remain from 20 years ago, removal of LAN functions, relying on Activision-Blizzard servers, and no offline/online crossover.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by several bugs and glitches that disrupt combat, alongside a repetitive gameplay loop and limiting controls and UI that hinder accessibility. Additionally, the character art feels outdated, contributing to an overall sense of instability in the user experience.
- “The gameplay loop is repetitive, and the controls and UI are limiting and not accessible.”
- “Character art is certainly of its time, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “There are several bugs and glitches that hinder combat, making it frustrating to play.”