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Review of Diablo III: Eternal Collection on Nintendo Switch

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Nov 2018
Cover image of Diablo III: Eternal Collection on Switch
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 02 Nov 2018
Genre: Action role-playing, Hack and slash, Dungeon crawl
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment

Introduction

Diablo III: Eternal Collection on Switch is like that party friend who brings the snacks, the games, and somehow makes every hangout an unforgettable saga! This is the game that asks if you're ready for a little bit of hell-literally-while I just ask myself why my characters keep dying in the most ridiculous and avoidable ways. In this portable pack of dark fantasy goodness, you can dive into the abyss with a scratch-and-sniff guide through the treacherous land of Sanctuary. So grab your Joy-Con, and let's hack and slash our way through hordes of evil, shall we?

Gameplay

At its core, Diablo III is a madly addicting dungeon crawler where players opt for one of several character classes and rain havoc on the forces of evil. Be it the smashing power of a Barbarian, the deadly precision of a Demon Hunter, or the spell-flinging prowess of a Wizard, choosing your class is like picking an outfit for a hot date-except this date could involve lots of blood and body parts! Returns to the series have improved in terms of gameplay, balancing RNG (random number generation) loot drops with a healthy dose of satisfaction. The game has a loveable loot system that guarantees you'll find something shiny... eventually! Crafting? Check! Cooperatively slaughtering evildoers with your pals? You bet your left sock! With the Eternal Collection, it combines the expansions Reaper of Souls and Rise of the Necromancer, giving you plenty of endgame material to chew on or, frankly, suck dry. And let's not forget about the seasonal content-just when you think you're done, a seasonal theme pops up, teasing you with new cosmetics and challenges that keep you glued to your couch or bed in a suspiciously comfortable manner. Never underestimate the power of procrastination fueled by loot!

Graphics

Subtlety is key, which is perhaps why Diablo III leans slightly on the brighter side of the color spectrum. For a game about damnation and the eternal evil of Hell, I can't decide if I should be impressed or mildly disturbed by the vibrant art style. On the Switch, however, it manages to bring gorgeous graphics where the hellish dungeons look stunning in handheld mode. Colors pop off the small screen as you mindlessly swipe through enemies while hunting for that one elusive piece of loot you swear you saw last Tuesday. It's definitely not the graphical pinnacle of this generation, but does the job beautifully enough to make you want to scream 'F*** YOU!' at each rising demon!

Conclusion

The conclusion is simple and punchy: Diablo III: Eternal Collection on Switch is a grand dive into hell with minimal blood on your hands-well, unless you count the hundreds of monsters you'll thump into gibbering puddles. It's portable demon-slaying at its finest, and with all content packaged together, it's truly the Swiss army knife of dungeon crawlers. Whether you're loading it docked and cranking up the visuals on your TV or slaying demons on the bus, it's a hellish good time. Grab your controller, summon some friends, and remember: Hell is always a great idea. Unless the demon armies are coming for you-then, it's just Tuesday in Sanctuary!

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