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Review of Diablo II: Resurrected on Xbox Series X/S

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Sep 2021
Cover image of Diablo II: Resurrected on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Released: 23 Sep 2021
Genre: Action role-playing, Hack-and-slash
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment, Vicarious Visions
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment

Introduction

Welcome back to the hellish landscape of Sanctuary, and if you thought you could forget your nightmares about Diablo II, think again! Diablo II: Resurrected is like that friend from high school who insists on reliving the glory days, but with shinier graphics and better social media skills. This remaster of the classic 2000 title brings not only revamped visuals but also the thrill of looting dungeons and leveling up your characters. So, grab your pentagrams and let's party like it's 2001!

Gameplay

The gameplay of Diablo II: Resurrected is as addictive as waiting for the next pizza delivery while your friends argue about whether pineapple belongs on pizza (it does, by the way). You get to create one of five character classes ranging from the hard-hitting Barbarian to the ice-slinging Sorceress. Each class has unique abilities, which actually gives the game some replayability because who doesn't want to try and fail at playing the Assassin or Druid (I mean, who knew shapeshifting into a bear could be so hard)? Once you've picked your doom-bringer, it's time to hit the ground running or rather, walking around mindlessly smashing everything that emits a loot drop. The game's original point-and-click interface remains, which might feel a bit dated to some, but hey, it's nostalgia, right? I mean, back in 2000, this was revolutionary technology! In terms of features, the game introduces a shared stash for your items, so you won't need to keep creating multiple "mule" characters for transferring loot like you did in the dark ages (or was it just last week?). And new conveniences like automatic gold pickup and skill point reminders have been implemented. After all, if you can't afford your next mana potion in Diablo, what's left to live for? The multiplayer experience stays strong, even if you won't be LANing with friends like it's the '90s. Multiplayer nowadays means battling it out online with cheaters and trolls, so really nothing changes. Prepare for glory (or just fatal despair)!

Graphics

The graphics are simply stunning, unlike your 8th-grade school picture. With the ability to switch between classic and remastered graphics with a press of a button, you can enjoy both the nostalgia of the past and the sleekness of modern technology. It supports 4K resolution, which means the blood looks even more realistic, and those demonic lord battles seem even more intense-think bigger explosions and shinier loot! The environments are richly detailed, immersing you deeper into the beautiful nightmarish realms filled with demons and despair. It's basically Halloween all year round, and who doesn't love candy?

Conclusion

In conclusion, Diablo II: Resurrected is essentially the same experience we all remember, but with a shiny new coat of paint and some minor quality-of-life improvements. Sure, the gameplay may feel a bit vintage in a world filled with instant gratification and flashy buttons, but if you crave that old-school hack-and-slash experience, look no further. If you're ready to dive back into the trenches of demon-slaying or if you're a new recruit eager for a slice of the action, this remaster delivers the goods. Just remember to stock up on mana potions and, for the love of everything holy, don't forget which character class you're playing, lest you inadvertently summon Dad's old-people coffee table during a boss fight. Overall, I give Diablo II: Resurrected an 8.5 out of 10-mostly because I think it's way better than being stuck in a traffic jam, but still, I am open to discussions on that topic!

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