Why It Ranks
“Hell opened, and millions dove in.” — The Dark Return. Scored 21/30.
Score Breakdown
The Review
Diablo IV brought the franchise back to its dark gothic roots after Diablo III's cartoonish detour. The open world of Sanctuary is atmospheric and foreboding, the class design offers deep build variety, and the seasonal model keeps endgame fresh. The Vessel of Hatred expansion added the Spiritborn class, which quickly became one of the most satisfying classes in ARPG history. Blizzard built a Diablo that respects both casual and hardcore players.
Fun Fact
Diablo IV earned over $666 million in its first five days — a number that Blizzard's marketing team surely appreciated given the franchise's themes.
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