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Review of Diablo III: Reaper of Souls on PlayStation 3

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Aug 2014
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Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PS3 PS3 logo
Released: 19 Aug 2014
Genre: Action Role-Playing, Hack and Slash
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment

Introduction

After years of slaying demons and making questionable choices with their life, players rejoiced at the arrival of *Diablo III: Reaper of Souls*. This expansion pack comes with more loot, more monsters, and more reasons to miss dinner with the family. Buckle up, because this expansion takes everything you loved about the base game and cranks it up to eleven-because ten was just too mainstream, obviously.

Gameplay

The gameplay of *Diablo III: Reaper of Souls* refines the already addictive hack-and-slash action we all know and love. It introduces the Crusader class, a holy warrior who struts around with large, divine weapons, probably yelling 'For the glory of Heaven!' between demon-slaying sessions. The new Adventure Mode is a game-changer, allowing players to roam around the expansive world without being shackled to the main campaign. You can pop into various Bounties and Nephalem Rifts or just take a leisurely stroll through Westmarch, enjoying the sights... and then quickly demolishing everything in your path. The expansion also raises the level cap to 70-because what's the point of being a hero if you can't brag about your artificially inflated numbers? The game's loot system was revamped under the banner of "Loot 2.0," meaning no more rubbish drops-you'll find goodies tailored for your character's needs. Who knew that slaying hordes of evil could be so rewarding? Besides, the arduous quest for the best epic loot is the only reason any of us log in, right? Throw in some new artisan characters, like the Mystic, who can roll for better item stats (thus making your time spent grinding feel just a bit more worth it), and you have a recipe for a player's deep-seated addiction to killing things-er, I mean, engaging in epic battles against evil forces.

Graphics

Now let's talk about the visuals. *Diablo III: Reaper of Souls* is not just a game, it's a symphony of destruction in high-definition. The dark, brooding aesthetic meshes beautifully with the visceral combat. Light and shadow play each other like hyperactive kittens after consuming a gallon of catnip. You'll find yourself gaping at the stunning environment design, from the eerie remnants of Westmarch to the ominous Pandemonium Fortress. The colors pop, the shadows lurk, and you'll never look at a dark alley in the same way after this experience. The animations? Pure eye-candy. Just watch your character sling spells like a caffeinated acrobat and mow down legions of demons as if they were lawnmowers on a summer afternoon.

Conclusion

In summary, *Diablo III: Reaper of Souls* is not just an expansion-it's an epic saga of heroism wrapped in loot and carnage. This game is not only a continuation of the *Diablo* legacy, but also a revitalization that reignites fervorous player engagement. Critics have lauded it as the resurrection of a franchise that mercilessly takes your free time and snickers at your attempts to flee. So if you're still thirsting for adventure post-Diablo III, saddle up with your plucky Crusader, don't forget to grab snacks, and prepare to defend Sanctuary once more. Your sofa will undoubtedly miss you.

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