During a recent live stream from Twitch streamer Asmongold, who’s renowned for his exceptional MMORPG gaming prowess, offered his insights on the latest update forDiablo 4. Having been released just a couple of days ago, the latest patch brings forth an extensive list of notes that significantly alter various in-game mechanics and statistics. Of notable mention are theconsiderable buffs bestowed upon numerous monstrosities withinDiablo 4, including the fearsome Butcher.
Diablo 4experienced a highly favorable reception upon its initial release, earning outstanding scores on Metacritic with 87 for the PC version, 88 for the PS5 version, and an impressive 92 for the Xbox Series X edition. However, despite its critical acclaim, the action RPG faced a more contentious reception from hardcore fans. Shortly after launch, disgruntled fans engaged in review bombing on Metacritic, significantly lowering its user score. Now, with the latest patch released, history seems to repeat itself as fans once againresort to review bombingDiablo 4, expressing their disappointment with the patch’s failure to meet the expectations of the dedicated player base.
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Notably, even Twitch sensation Asmongold has weighed in on thelatestDiablopatch, and his sentiments are far from positive. In his statement, he highlights the key changes brought about by Patch 1.1 and expresses his dissatisfaction with the adjustments made. According to him, the overall state of the game seems to have worsened, with increased difficulty and added challenges. He laments that players now need to put in more effort to achieve what they previously accomplished, as leveling has become slower and helltides have become more punishing.
While Asmongold acknowledges one positive change, the smart decision to address vulnerability issues, he finds little else to commend. He mentions significant pre-existing problems in the game, such as non-functioning resistances, storage and space issues, and the lack of a viable minion build for necromancers. Disappointingly, he asserts that none of these crucial issues have been resolved in the latestDiablo 4patch.
As Blizzard grapples with these challenges, its approach to finding solutions remains uncertain. However, there is a glimmer of hope as the company has announced plans to address player concerns through a special Campfire Chat scheduled for July 21. It’s worth noting that in March 2023,Asmongold had the opportunity to playDiablo 4’s betaand gave it a fairly positive review, rating the beta experience 8.5 out of 10. He particularly praised the game’s combat for being fun and enjoyable, and he also lauded the captivating cinematics.
Diablo 4is available for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
