DO NOT BUY Diablo IV - VERY disappointing

Daniel found Diablo 4 dull, unchallenging, and overly expensive, criticizing its repetitive hack-and-slash gameplay, enemy variety, tiered pricing structure, and additional monetization, ultimately deciding against purchasing or recommending it.

The open-world design features a seamless map without loading screens alongside bleak visuals and repetitive pressure-plate world events.

Combat mechanics and enemy encounters left Daniel feeling overpowered rather than skill-tested, drawing comparisons to Diablo Immortal, Elden Ring, and Dark Souls.

Initial impressions and gameplay difficulty, including repetitive button mashing, unchallenging demons, and comparisons to Diablo Immortal.

Pricing tiers and monetization, comprising the $69.99 Standard Edition, $89.99 Digital Deluxe Edition, $99.99 Ultimate Edition with early access, and broader in-game purchases.

Open world design and events, covering the seamless map without loading screens, bleak aesthetic, and repetitive pressure-plate events.

Enemies and combat feel, highlighting feelings of being overpowered instead of tested on skill, alongside comparisons to Elden Ring and Dark Souls.

Purchasing decisions and industry critique regarding high costs and monetization practices.

Undated: Daniel played Diablo 4.

Undated: Daniel decided against purchasing or recommending Diablo 4 due to its pricing and monetization.

Daniel was uncertain why anyone would buy the $99.99 Ultimate Edition over the Digital Deluxe Edition given seemingly identical early access benefits.

Daniel expressed uncertainty about whether he would ever play Diablo 4 in the future, noting he might consider it only if it received a 50% discount.