Moreover, Diablo 2 offers cross-progression. For example, those who play on the Switch can continue playing on the go and then switch to another platform of their choice at home. Mobile gaming is becoming increasingly relevant, and this implementation is at least a step towards modernity.
A modern graphic for an old classic
Another major plus is the new look of Diablo 2 Resurrected. The remake can be played with revised 3D graphics and even in 4K resolution. It has nothing in common with the old sprites and pixelated look.
For purists, this may be negligible, but younger gamers are simply used to better graphics. Not everyone can get something out of an old game, no matter how much fun it is. It’s no coincidence that retro games are rather niche.
However, with the remaster, Diablo 2 can easily compete with the actually newer Diablo 3. Whether the new look is “contemporary” can be debated. At least it is significantly more appealing to graphics fetishists than the version from 2000.
By the way: Anyone who wants to play the remaster and still wants the retro flair can switch at any time. Diablo 2 Resurrected offers the option to switch between old and new graphics at will.
Not just nostalgia, but a piece of video game history
How important was Diablo 2: What is the actual reason for the desire for Diablo 2, at least for me, is its significance. Diablo 2 was and is considered a milestone in ARPG history. Many later games in the genre have followed the model of Diablo 2.
Diablo 2 received several awards and was even included in the Guinness World Records in its release year 2000 as the fastest selling computer game of all time. However, it has since been surpassed multiple times.
Nevertheless, the game served as inspiration for many modern ARPGs that would likely not have been as successful without Diablo 2. Path of Exile, for example, appeals to the same players with its visuals and mechanics, while Magic: Legends is set to be released in 2021 as a new hack ‘n’ slash with its own ideas and the fundamental principle of Diablo.
At the same time, the Diablo series has always been somehow special. No other ARPG has managed to convey the dark, brutal, and bloody Gothic flair as well. Many have not even tried it for this reason.
Is it worth playing Diablo 2? Subjectively: Yes. Even though the game is priced at 40 €, it will be worth it to me. I want to experience and find out why so many players are incredibly fascinated by Diablo 2.
For anyone who hasn’t played Diablo 2 so far, it is probably the same for me. Anyone interested in ARPGs should not miss out on Resurrected, because the excitement for the game must come from somewhere.
In the interview at BlizzCon 2021 with Twitch streamer and Diablo 2 player MrLlamaSC, he mentioned that he still prefers to play Diablo 2 over Diablo 3. Accordingly, there should also be quite a few nostalgic players who simply want to see the game once again – just with better features like global servers.
A major plus is also that Diablo 2 is easier to play with friends in the remaster. In 2000, internet connections were not as widespread as they are today. Now, with Resurrected, online co-op will be much easier to implement. In our article, you can find more about the gameplay and co-op of Diablo 2 Resurrected.
Not a mistake like Warcraft 3, but professionals at work
Who is making Diablo 2 Resurrected? The developers who are dedicated to the Diablo 2 remaster are Vicarious Visions. They had previously worked on the remasters of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2.
These games were well-received and apparently hit exactly the nerves that players had hoped for from a remaster. The spirit of the games remained, and new features and graphics rounded out the gaming experience.
Accordingly, the hope is high – also for me – that Resurrected will also be a hit. Especially since Blizzard itself has handled the last remaster of Warcraft 3 rather poorly.
Why is this a good thing? In early 2020, Warcraft 3 Reforged was released. Although many strategy game fans were looking forward to the remake due to the lack of Warcraft 4, the project left a bitter aftertaste.
Warcraft 3 Reforged was a nightmare, especially for multiplayer games. Some of the expected and sometimes necessary features like leaderboards were missing. The performance also wasn’t quite what fans had expected from Reforged.
Players were extremely angry with Blizzard at the time regarding the remaster, and parts of the community are probably still skeptical about remakes because of this.
However, Diablo 2 seems to be able to take a different approach here. The team is completely different, and the head of Diablo himself says that the disaster surrounding Warcraft 3 was before his time. Diablo 2 Resurrected distances itself from the Reforged disaster – whether it can deliver remains to be seen. I look forward to it!
By the way: Anyone who wants to play the remaster and still wants the retro flair can switch at any time. Diablo 2 Resurrected offers the option to switch between old and new graphics at will.
Not just nostalgia, but a piece of video game history
How important was Diablo 2: What is the actual reason for the desire for Diablo 2, at least for me, is its significance. Diablo 2 was and is considered a milestone in ARPG history. Many later games in the genre have followed the model of Diablo 2.
Diablo 2 received several awards and was even included in the Guinness World Records in its release year 2000 as the fastest selling computer game of all time. However, it has since been surpassed multiple times.
Nevertheless, the game served as inspiration for many modern ARPGs that would likely not have been as successful without Diablo 2. Path of Exile, for example, appeals to the same players with its visuals and mechanics, while Magic: Legends is set to be released in 2021 as a new hack ‘n’ slash with its own ideas and the fundamental principle of Diablo.
At the same time, the Diablo series has always been somehow special. No other ARPG has managed to convey the dark, brutal, and bloody Gothic flair as well. Many have not even tried it for this reason.
Is it worth playing Diablo 2? Subjectively: Yes. Even though the game is priced at 40 €, it will be worth it to me. I want to experience and find out why so many players are incredibly fascinated by Diablo 2.
For anyone who hasn’t played Diablo 2 so far, it is probably the same for me. Anyone interested in ARPGs should not miss out on Resurrected, because the excitement for the game must come from somewhere.
In the interview at BlizzCon 2021 with Twitch streamer and Diablo 2 player MrLlamaSC, he mentioned that he still prefers to play Diablo 2 over Diablo 3. Accordingly, there should also be quite a few nostalgic players who simply want to see the game once again – just with better features like global servers.
A major plus is also that Diablo 2 is easier to play with friends in the remaster. In 2000, internet connections were not as widespread as they are today. Now, with Resurrected, online co-op will be much easier to implement. In our article, you can find more about the gameplay and co-op of Diablo 2 Resurrected.
Not a mistake like Warcraft 3, but professionals at work
Who is making Diablo 2 Resurrected? The developers who are dedicated to the Diablo 2 remaster are Vicarious Visions. They had previously worked on the remasters of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2.
These games were well-received and apparently hit exactly the nerves that players had hoped for from a remaster. The spirit of the games remained, and new features and graphics rounded out the gaming experience.
Accordingly, the hope is high – also for me – that Resurrected will also be a hit. Especially since Blizzard itself has handled the last remaster of Warcraft 3 rather poorly.
Why is this a good thing? In early 2020, Warcraft 3 Reforged was released. Although many strategy game fans were looking forward to the remake due to the lack of Warcraft 4, the project left a bitter aftertaste.
Warcraft 3 Reforged was a nightmare, especially for multiplayer games. Some of the expected and sometimes necessary features like leaderboards were missing. The performance also wasn’t quite what fans had expected from Reforged.
Players were extremely angry with Blizzard at the time regarding the remaster, and parts of the community are probably still skeptical about remakes because of this.
However, Diablo 2 seems to be able to take a different approach here. The team is completely different, and the head of Diablo himself says that the disaster surrounding Warcraft 3 was before his time. Diablo 2 Resurrected distances itself from the Reforged disaster – whether it can deliver remains to be seen. I look forward to it!
Moreover, Diablo 2 offers cross-progression. For example, those who play on the Switch can continue playing on the go and then switch to another platform of their choice at home. Mobile gaming is becoming increasingly relevant, and this implementation is at least a step towards modernity.
A modern graphic for an old classic
Another major plus is the new look of Diablo 2 Resurrected. The remake can be played with revised 3D graphics and even in 4K resolution. It has nothing in common with the old sprites and pixelated look.
For purists, this may be negligible, but younger gamers are simply used to better graphics. Not everyone can get something out of an old game, no matter how much fun it is. It’s no coincidence that retro games are rather niche.
However, with the remaster, Diablo 2 can easily compete with the actually newer Diablo 3. Whether the new look is “contemporary” can be debated. At least it is significantly more appealing to graphics fetishists than the version from 2000.
By the way: Anyone who wants to play the remaster and still wants the retro flair can switch at any time. Diablo 2 Resurrected offers the option to switch between old and new graphics at will.
Not just nostalgia, but a piece of video game history
How important was Diablo 2: What is the actual reason for the desire for Diablo 2, at least for me, is its significance. Diablo 2 was and is considered a milestone in ARPG history. Many later games in the genre have followed the model of Diablo 2.
Diablo 2 received several awards and was even included in the Guinness World Records in its release year 2000 as the fastest selling computer game of all time. However, it has since been surpassed multiple times.
Nevertheless, the game served as inspiration for many modern ARPGs that would likely not have been as successful without Diablo 2. Path of Exile, for example, appeals to the same players with its visuals and mechanics, while Magic: Legends is set to be released in 2021 as a new hack ‘n’ slash with its own ideas and the fundamental principle of Diablo.
At the same time, the Diablo series has always been somehow special. No other ARPG has managed to convey the dark, brutal, and bloody Gothic flair as well. Many have not even tried it for this reason.
Is it worth playing Diablo 2? Subjectively: Yes. Even though the game is priced at 40 €, it will be worth it to me. I want to experience and find out why so many players are incredibly fascinated by Diablo 2.
For anyone who hasn’t played Diablo 2 so far, it is probably the same for me. Anyone interested in ARPGs should not miss out on Resurrected, because the excitement for the game must come from somewhere.
In the interview at BlizzCon 2021 with Twitch streamer and Diablo 2 player MrLlamaSC, he mentioned that he still prefers to play Diablo 2 over Diablo 3. Accordingly, there should also be quite a few nostalgic players who simply want to see the game once again – just with better features like global servers.
A major plus is also that Diablo 2 is easier to play with friends in the remaster. In 2000, internet connections were not as widespread as they are today. Now, with Resurrected, online co-op will be much easier to implement. In our article, you can find more about the gameplay and co-op of Diablo 2 Resurrected.
Not a mistake like Warcraft 3, but professionals at work
Who is making Diablo 2 Resurrected? The developers who are dedicated to the Diablo 2 remaster are Vicarious Visions. They had previously worked on the remasters of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2.
These games were well-received and apparently hit exactly the nerves that players had hoped for from a remaster. The spirit of the games remained, and new features and graphics rounded out the gaming experience.
Accordingly, the hope is high – also for me – that Resurrected will also be a hit. Especially since Blizzard itself has handled the last remaster of Warcraft 3 rather poorly.
Why is this a good thing? In early 2020, Warcraft 3 Reforged was released. Although many strategy game fans were looking forward to the remake due to the lack of Warcraft 4, the project left a bitter aftertaste.
Warcraft 3 Reforged was a nightmare, especially for multiplayer games. Some of the expected and sometimes necessary features like leaderboards were missing. The performance also wasn’t quite what fans had expected from Reforged.
Players were extremely angry with Blizzard at the time regarding the remaster, and parts of the community are probably still skeptical about remakes because of this.
However, Diablo 2 seems to be able to take a different approach here. The team is completely different, and the head of Diablo himself says that the disaster surrounding Warcraft 3 was before his time. Diablo 2 Resurrected distances itself from the Reforged disaster – whether it can deliver remains to be seen. I look forward to it!
Blizzard promised a remaster of the ARPG classic Diablo 2 as a big announcement at BlizzCon 2021. This excited many people, even those who have never played the original game. One of them is MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus. Why does a 21-year-old game draw such great interest?
What is Diablo 2 Resurrected? The remaster was the big announcement at BlizzCon 2021. Although the convention mostly didn’t go well for you, the remake of Diablo 2 is something many are looking forward to.
Despite the aversion of many viewers towards remasters and classic versions, Diablo 2 is actually the topic that is most positively discussed, for example here on MeinMMO. The remarkable thing is that nostalgia is not even the reason for this.
Many interested parties who have never had anything to do with Diablo 2 are looking forward to Resurrected. I am one of them. Although I enjoy playing hack ‘n’ slays in between, Diablo 2 could never captivate me back in the day. I was somehow too busy with other games.
Like many Diablo players today, my entry point only came with Diablo 3, which captivated and excited me. To this day, I have certainly accumulated several hundred hours on numerous demon hunters.
Since I found Diablo 3 so good, it surprised me back then that so many players preferred Diablo 2. This seems to be the case even today, and many new players share my interest in the predecessor. How does that happen?
Diablo 2 first on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch
This is what Diablo 2 Resurrected brings: One of the biggest plus points for the remaster is likely that Diablo 2 is coming to more platforms with Resurrected. The original title was only playable on PC and Mac. Resurrected will be available for:
- PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One
- Nintendo Switch
- PC (Windows)
Since Diablo 3 has already been released as a console version, there is likely already a large number of players who are interested in the predecessor. Anyone who started the series on PlayStation or Xbox is certainly interested in the roots of the ARPG.
Who is Diablo 2 aimed at? The developers themselves have already said that Resurrected aims to attract people who were born after the release of Diablo 2. Of course, anyone who is now 20 or like me is around 28 had little to do with Diablo in their childhood.
Furthermore, the controls of Diablo 3 with the controller are repeatedly praised. Apparently, hack ‘n’ slays play very well with a gamepad; why not Diablo 2 as well? Playing on the couch is simply more comfortable than sitting in a chair in front of the PC.
Accordingly, the hope is high – also for me – that Resurrected will also be a hit. Especially since Blizzard itself has handled the last remaster of Warcraft 3 rather poorly.
Why is this a good thing? In early 2020, Warcraft 3 Reforged was released. Although many strategy game fans were looking forward to the remake due to the lack of Warcraft 4, the project left a bitter aftertaste.
Warcraft 3 Reforged was a nightmare, especially for multiplayer games. Some of the expected and sometimes necessary features like leaderboards were missing. The performance also wasn’t quite what fans had expected from Reforged.
Players were extremely angry with Blizzard at the time regarding the remaster, and parts of the community are probably still skeptical about remakes because of this.
However, Diablo 2 seems to be able to take a different approach here. The team is completely different, and the head of Diablo himself says that the disaster surrounding Warcraft 3 was before his time. Diablo 2 Resurrected distances itself from the Reforged disaster – whether it can deliver remains to be seen. I look forward to it!
By the way: Anyone who wants to play the remaster and still wants the retro flair can switch at any time. Diablo 2 Resurrected offers the option to switch between old and new graphics at will.
Not just nostalgia, but a piece of video game history
How important was Diablo 2: What is the actual reason for the desire for Diablo 2, at least for me, is its significance. Diablo 2 was and is considered a milestone in ARPG history. Many later games in the genre have followed the model of Diablo 2.
Diablo 2 received several awards and was even included in the Guinness World Records in its release year 2000 as the fastest selling computer game of all time. However, it has since been surpassed multiple times.
Nevertheless, the game served as inspiration for many modern ARPGs that would likely not have been as successful without Diablo 2. Path of Exile, for example, appeals to the same players with its visuals and mechanics, while Magic: Legends is set to be released in 2021 as a new hack ‘n’ slash with its own ideas and the fundamental principle of Diablo.
At the same time, the Diablo series has always been somehow special. No other ARPG has managed to convey the dark, brutal, and bloody Gothic flair as well. Many have not even tried it for this reason.
Is it worth playing Diablo 2? Subjectively: Yes. Even though the game is priced at 40 €, it will be worth it to me. I want to experience and find out why so many players are incredibly fascinated by Diablo 2.
For anyone who hasn’t played Diablo 2 so far, it is probably the same for me. Anyone interested in ARPGs should not miss out on Resurrected, because the excitement for the game must come from somewhere.
In the interview at BlizzCon 2021 with Twitch streamer and Diablo 2 player MrLlamaSC, he mentioned that he still prefers to play Diablo 2 over Diablo 3. Accordingly, there should also be quite a few nostalgic players who simply want to see the game once again – just with better features like global servers.
A major plus is also that Diablo 2 is easier to play with friends in the remaster. In 2000, internet connections were not as widespread as they are today. Now, with Resurrected, online co-op will be much easier to implement. In our article, you can find more about the gameplay and co-op of Diablo 2 Resurrected.
Not a mistake like Warcraft 3, but professionals at work
Who is making Diablo 2 Resurrected? The developers who are dedicated to the Diablo 2 remaster are Vicarious Visions. They had previously worked on the remasters of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2.
These games were well-received and apparently hit exactly the nerves that players had hoped for from a remaster. The spirit of the games remained, and new features and graphics rounded out the gaming experience.
Accordingly, the hope is high – also for me – that Resurrected will also be a hit. Especially since Blizzard itself has handled the last remaster of Warcraft 3 rather poorly.
Why is this a good thing? In early 2020, Warcraft 3 Reforged was released. Although many strategy game fans were looking forward to the remake due to the lack of Warcraft 4, the project left a bitter aftertaste.
Warcraft 3 Reforged was a nightmare, especially for multiplayer games. Some of the expected and sometimes necessary features like leaderboards were missing. The performance also wasn’t quite what fans had expected from Reforged.
Players were extremely angry with Blizzard at the time regarding the remaster, and parts of the community are probably still skeptical about remakes because of this.
However, Diablo 2 seems to be able to take a different approach here. The team is completely different, and the head of Diablo himself says that the disaster surrounding Warcraft 3 was before his time. Diablo 2 Resurrected distances itself from the Reforged disaster – whether it can deliver remains to be seen. I look forward to it!
Moreover, Diablo 2 offers cross-progression. For example, those who play on the Switch can continue playing on the go and then switch to another platform of their choice at home. Mobile gaming is becoming increasingly relevant, and this implementation is at least a step towards modernity.
A modern graphic for an old classic
Another major plus is the new look of Diablo 2 Resurrected. The remake can be played with revised 3D graphics and even in 4K resolution. It has nothing in common with the old sprites and pixelated look.
For purists, this may be negligible, but younger gamers are simply used to better graphics. Not everyone can get something out of an old game, no matter how much fun it is. It’s no coincidence that retro games are rather niche.
However, with the remaster, Diablo 2 can easily compete with the actually newer Diablo 3. Whether the new look is “contemporary” can be debated. At least it is significantly more appealing to graphics fetishists than the version from 2000.
By the way: Anyone who wants to play the remaster and still wants the retro flair can switch at any time. Diablo 2 Resurrected offers the option to switch between old and new graphics at will.
Not just nostalgia, but a piece of video game history
How important was Diablo 2: What is the actual reason for the desire for Diablo 2, at least for me, is its significance. Diablo 2 was and is considered a milestone in ARPG history. Many later games in the genre have followed the model of Diablo 2.
Diablo 2 received several awards and was even included in the Guinness World Records in its release year 2000 as the fastest selling computer game of all time. However, it has since been surpassed multiple times.
Nevertheless, the game served as inspiration for many modern ARPGs that would likely not have been as successful without Diablo 2. Path of Exile, for example, appeals to the same players with its visuals and mechanics, while Magic: Legends is set to be released in 2021 as a new hack ‘n’ slash with its own ideas and the fundamental principle of Diablo.
At the same time, the Diablo series has always been somehow special. No other ARPG has managed to convey the dark, brutal, and bloody Gothic flair as well. Many have not even tried it for this reason.
Is it worth playing Diablo 2? Subjectively: Yes. Even though the game is priced at 40 €, it will be worth it to me. I want to experience and find out why so many players are incredibly fascinated by Diablo 2.
For anyone who hasn’t played Diablo 2 so far, it is probably the same for me. Anyone interested in ARPGs should not miss out on Resurrected, because the excitement for the game must come from somewhere.
In the interview at BlizzCon 2021 with Twitch streamer and Diablo 2 player MrLlamaSC, he mentioned that he still prefers to play Diablo 2 over Diablo 3. Accordingly, there should also be quite a few nostalgic players who simply want to see the game once again – just with better features like global servers.
A major plus is also that Diablo 2 is easier to play with friends in the remaster. In 2000, internet connections were not as widespread as they are today. Now, with Resurrected, online co-op will be much easier to implement. In our article, you can find more about the gameplay and co-op of Diablo 2 Resurrected.
Not a mistake like Warcraft 3, but professionals at work
Who is making Diablo 2 Resurrected? The developers who are dedicated to the Diablo 2 remaster are Vicarious Visions. They had previously worked on the remasters of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2.
These games were well-received and apparently hit exactly the nerves that players had hoped for from a remaster. The spirit of the games remained, and new features and graphics rounded out the gaming experience.
Accordingly, the hope is high – also for me – that Resurrected will also be a hit. Especially since Blizzard itself has handled the last remaster of Warcraft 3 rather poorly.
Why is this a good thing? In early 2020, Warcraft 3 Reforged was released. Although many strategy game fans were looking forward to the remake due to the lack of Warcraft 4, the project left a bitter aftertaste.
Warcraft 3 Reforged was a nightmare, especially for multiplayer games. Some of the expected and sometimes necessary features like leaderboards were missing. The performance also wasn’t quite what fans had expected from Reforged.
Players were extremely angry with Blizzard at the time regarding the remaster, and parts of the community are probably still skeptical about remakes because of this.
However, Diablo 2 seems to be able to take a different approach here. The team is completely different, and the head of Diablo himself says that the disaster surrounding Warcraft 3 was before his time. Diablo 2 Resurrected distances itself from the Reforged disaster – whether it can deliver remains to be seen. I look forward to it!
