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Ex-Marathon and Valorant lead has 3,400 hours in Path of Exile, says it's "the most freeform version" of…
Joe Ziegler, known for his work on Valorant and Marathon, expresses his deep appreciation for Path of Exile, citing over 3,400 hours played and praising its unparalleled buildcrafting freedom. While the author finds comfort in the Diablo series, Ziegler highlights Path of Exile's experimental depth as a key differentiator in the ARPG genre.
No Rest for the Wicked's dramatic 1.0 transformation will "likely" lead to overpowered builds, but "who cares?"
No Rest for the Wicked's upcoming 1.0 update will introduce a significant overhaul to its class and leveling system, moving away from Dark Souls-like attributes to a more flexible system based on weapon types and equippable traits. Game Director Thomas Mahler acknowledges this will likely lead to overpowered builds but believes the vast number of choices will keep the meta fresh over time, drawing parallels to Path of Exile and Diablo 2. The update, scheduled for March 2027, will also roughly double the game's content.
Diablo 4 players spent weeks searching for missing armor only for Blizzard to quietly sneak it into the latest update
Diablo 4 players spent weeks searching for the missing Bovine Foreshanks armor piece, only for Blizzard to quietly add it in patch 3.2.3 without mentioning it in the patch notes. The gloves can now be obtained by petting a hidden cow in Old Tristram, completing the elusive Bovine armor set.
Diablo 5 Cinematic Director Confirms Shooting for Cutscenes Has Begun
Blizzard Entertainment has begun video shoots for Diablo 5's cinematics, as confirmed by cinematic director Neil David Carter. The company aims to deliver an ambitious campaign with three distinct narratives, building on its reputation for high-quality cutscenes in titles like StarCraft and Overwatch. Diablo 5 is slated for a 2029 launch.
Someone's modded Diablo 2 for VR, and seeing the world through your character's eyes brings a whole new dimension to the series
A modder named Sergious has created a virtual reality mod for Diablo 2, allowing players to experience the game from a first-person perspective. The mod, which is available on Github, brings a new dimension to the classic action RPG by immersing players in its world. The article also briefly mentions Valve's Steam Deck and the upcoming Diablo 5.
One of Diablo 2's most coveted items surprise-drops in Diablo 4, and it's just as overpowered as it was 25…
The highly coveted Annihilus charm from Diablo 2 has been discovered in Diablo 4, functioning as a Unique Horadric Seal. This item provides significant buffs to skills, attributes, resistances, and experience gain, making it a game-changer for any build. Its appearance in Diablo 4 is a notable callback to the original game, though obtaining it involves challenging encounters with Uber Diablo.
Diablo 5 Seems To Be Fixing Diablo 4’s Biggest Mistake
Diablo 5, revealed at BlizzCon and slated for a 2029 release, appears to be addressing major criticisms of Diablo 4, particularly its lack of procedural generation and static world map. Blizzard is reintroducing procedurally generated dungeons and worlds to create a more dynamic and replayable experience. The developers are also focusing on improving itemization and character class variety.
Diablo 5 puts buildcrafting ahead of execution, following "the core tenet of ARPGs"
Diablo 5 Game Director Joe Shely stated that the upcoming RPG will prioritize buildcrafting and strategic planning over moment-to-moment execution, aligning with the ethos of older Diablo titles. This approach aims to ensure any challenge can be overcome with the right build, a sentiment that has been positively received by figures like former Grinding Gear Games founder Chris Wilson.
Diablo 5 director promises Diablo 2-style combat where 'the right build' matters more than Diablo 4's…
The director of Diablo 5 has indicated a shift towards Diablo 2-style combat, emphasizing build planning over moment-to-moment execution, contrasting with Diablo 4's dexterity-focused approach. This move aims to bring back heavier RPG elements and player investment in character builds, which some players have missed since Diablo 3 and 4. The developers are exploring ways to incorporate older design philosophies while still innovating for the new title.
Diablo 5 director responds to concerns the action RPG is more action than RPG: "Any challenge can be overcome with…
Diablo 5 senior game director Joe Shely addressed concerns that the upcoming action RPG might lean too heavily into action mechanics over RPG elements. He stated that while moment-to-moment execution will be present, the game will ultimately focus on planning and investment through builds, ensuring any challenge can be overcome with the right setup. This comes after Grinding Gear Games co-founder Chris Wilson expressed hope for a return to build-centric combat.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 581: George McFly is your Destiny 2
The Massively OP Podcast episode 581 covers Destiny 2's resurgence, the early access launch of Monsters & Memories, and impressions of Aion 2. The hosts also discuss Dune Awakening's console release, the future of Elder Scrolls Online following layoffs, and highlight Wizard101.
Alleged WoW: Forever Survey Teases 11 New Classes, Including Some Deep Cuts
An alleged survey for World of Warcraft: Forever has surfaced, detailing 11 potential new classes for the classic version of the MMORPG. The survey asks players for feedback on classes like Bard, Necromancer, Tinker, and Warden, among others, providing details on lore, abilities, and roles. While some classes are re-imagined versions of existing ones, many are entirely new concepts steeped in World of Warcraft lore.
Diablo IV will keep adding seasons even after Diablo V launches – as long as players keep showing up
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo IV will continue to receive seasonal content updates as long as the player community remains active, similar to Diablo II and Diablo III. Game director Brent Gibson stated that this approach offers narrative freedom and that player engagement will determine the longevity of seasonal content.
Diablo IV ska fortsätta att få säsonger även efter Diablo V-släppet
Blizzard Entertainment plans to continue supporting Diablo IV with seasons as long as players remain engaged, even after the release of Diablo V. While no further expansions are planned for Diablo IV beyond Lord of Hatred, the game will not be abandoned. Director Brent Gibson stated that seasons will continue to roll out, similar to Diablo II and Diablo III, potentially shifting to a rotation of past seasonal content.
Diablo 4 seasons will continue after Diablo 5 launches "similar" to Diablo 2 and 3, Blizzard confirms
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 4 will continue to receive seasonal updates even after the launch of Diablo 5. Game director Brent Gibson stated that seasons will be supported as long as the community remains engaged, drawing parallels to the ongoing support for Diablo 2 and Diablo 3. This approach suggests Diablo 4's seasonal content will shift to a maintenance mode with rotating themes once Diablo 5 becomes the primary focus.
Path of Exile co-creator is "tentatively hopeful" Diablo 5 will stick the landing
Path of Exile co-creator Chris Wilson expresses tentative hope for Diablo 5, citing its announcement's return to the dark aesthetic and gameplay mechanics of Diablo 1 and 2, such as item sizing and inventory management. He believes ditching enemy scaling and embracing procedural generation are positive signs, but remains concerned about online-only play and combat system design.
Diablo 4 Season 15 Is Filled To The Brim With Big Secrets, And They Just Keep Coming
Diablo 4 Season 15, Hell's Legacy, is packed with secrets and references to older games in the franchise, including new dungeons, bosses, and items. Players can uncover content like the secret cow level, Old Tristram, Whimsyshire, and the culmination of the Lucky Coin questline, with many secrets leading to further puzzles and boss encounters.
A new Diablo 4 update will stop you getting stuck for playing too fast
Blizzard Entertainment has released a new update for Diablo 4 focused on bug fixes and minor class balance adjustments. The patch addresses issues such as an exploit with the Druid's Pulverize skill, Sorcerer's Incinerate Enchantment, and problems that could cause players to get stuck in certain areas or break quest progression. The update also includes fixes for crafting recipes and item effects, aiming to improve the overall player experience.
My first MMO character #3: Steve Haines
Steve Haines recounts his first MMO character, Ovidlords, a Night-elf Druid in World of Warcraft, created around 2006. He details his experience playing a Druid tank during The Burning Crusade, achieving difficult feats like tanking Gruul and obtaining a server-first Ashes of Al'ar.
The Industrial Revolution is the reason RPGs have area-of-effect spells: A PC Gamer Causality Chain™
This article traces the historical origins of area-of-effect spells in role-playing games, linking their development to the Industrial Revolution. It explores how concepts from J.R.R. Tolkien's works and early tabletop wargames like Leonard Patt's Rules for Middle Earth influenced the implementation of these spells in early video games such as Dungeons & Dragons and Telengard.
