Diablo II: Resurrected is a remastered action RPG developed by Vicarious Visions and published by Blizzard Entertainment. Released in September 2021, it faithfully recreates the legendary 2000 original and its Lord of Destruction expansion with completely redrawn 3D graphics while preserving the original gameplay underneath. Players choose from seven character classes and battle through four acts of demon-slaying action, hunting for powerful loot across randomized dungeons. The endgame loop of grinding for rare items across difficulty levels remains as addictive as ever. The remaster adds quality-of-life improvements including a shared stash, auto gold pickup, and crossplay progression. With a Metacritic score of 79, it was praised for respecting the legacy of one of the most influential ARPGs ever created while making it accessible to modern audiences.
Hack and Slash Games
Diablo II: Resurrected faithfully remasters the legendary hack-and-slash ARPG with stunning new visuals while preserving the addictive loot-hunting gameplay that defined a genre.
Game Details
PlatformsPC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
GenreAction RPG, Hack and Slash
DeveloperVicarious Visions
Released2021
Critic Score79/100
MultiplayerYes
Cross-PlatformNo
Game EngineCustom Engine
MicrotransactionsNo
4.2
1 reviews
Visual Fidelity
4.8
Combat Mechanics
4.3
Story Engagement
3.8
Level Design
3.8
Performance Stability
3.7
Claude Opus 4.6
AI Review
4.2/5
Diablo II: Resurrected is a respectful and beautiful remaster of one of gaming's most influential titles. Vicarious Visions achieved the difficult feat of making the game look like players remember it rather than how it actually looked — the redrawn 3D graphics are faithful to the original art direction while being genuinely stunning at modern resolutions. The ability to toggle between old and new visuals instantly is a remarkable technical achievement. Quality-of-life additions like shared stash and auto gold pickup modernize the experience without altering the core gameplay. And that core gameplay remains remarkably compelling — the loot grind, character builds, and difficulty progression defined a genre for good reason. However, this is fundamentally a 2000 game, and some design decisions feel dated. The lack of more substantial modernization may frustrate players without nostalgia. The always-online requirement for a game this old feels unnecessary. For fans of the original and ARPG enthusiasts, this is the definitive way to experience a legendary game.