Diablo® IV
Action
Adventure
Casual
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
In-App Purchases
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Adjustable Difficulty
Keyboard Only Option
Mouse Only Option
Narrated Game Menus
Playable without Timed Input
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options

Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content.

Developers: Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Publishers: Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Release Date: 17 Oct, 2023
Price (USD): ¥ 4,020
Current Players: 20k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(69%)
storyline
character customization
graphics
art direction
Lord of Hatred expansion
class balance
multiplayer experience
endgame content
monetization
technical issues
crashes
Steam Deck
Linux
The general sentiment among players is mixed, heavily split between enjoying the immersive storyline and graphics and being frustrated with technical issues and aggressive monetization. While many find the character customization options rewarding, others criticize the game for being too grind-heavy or imbalanced in class design. Players admire the dark tone of the game, but there's significant disappointment over broken game functionality post-patch and issues running reliably on the Steam Deck. Blizzard's monetization practices are a contentious point, overshadowing what many see as a fundamentally strong and engaging game.

Positive Points

  • Players enjoyed the engaging storyline and atmospheric world which pulls heavily from medieval religious themes, making it darker than previous entries.
  • There is a high degree of character customization and build flexibility, which many players found rewarding and addictive.
  • The graphics and art direction were praised for their quality, enhancing the immersive experience.
  • The new expansion, Lord of Hatred, received acclaim for revitalizing the game with improved features and content.
  • Negative Points

  • There are significant issues with crashes and game stability, particularly on the Steam Deck and Linux systems.
  • Many players criticized the aggressive monetization, including expensive microtransactions and expansions that lock significant content behind paywalls.
  • Some felt the game became too grind-heavy and that the endgame content could be repetitive and unenjoyable.
  • Frequent patches and updates often led to frustration due to introducing new bugs or breaking existing gameplay features.
  • Mixed Points

  • The difficulty and balance of classes were contentious, with some players finding certain classes or builds overly powerful or underperforming.
  • Multiplayer experiences varied, with some enjoying the co-op play but others experiencing connection issues and questioning the need for online-only gameplay.
  • While some appreciated the depth of endgame content, others felt it was a grind without sufficient reward or variety.
  • Common Themes

  • Diablo IV's storytelling, particularly with the Lord of Hatred expansion, was noted as a high point, with many players finding it engaging and well-executed.
  • The monetization strategies employed by Blizzard have widely been criticized, with players feeling that they detract from the overall experience due to their aggressive nature.
  • Visuals and atmosphere received consistently positive feedback, helping to establish the darker tone of the game.
  • Technical issues, particularly with patches affecting game stability and compatibility on the Steam Deck, were a prevalent concern among players.
  • Updated 7/1/2026, 12:02:09 AM UTC