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Blizzard hints at Diablo 2-inspired level-scaling in Diablo 5

Original: Blizzard to take "a somewhat different approach" to level-scaling in Diablo 5, suggesting more influence from Diablo 2 t

Blizzard says Diablo 5, still in development, will take 'a somewhat different approach' to level-scaling than Diablo 4, with the design seemingly drawing more influence from Diablo 2. Fans are weighing in on what a return to older systems could mean for the series' progression and difficulty, as Blizzard gradually reveals core mechanics for the next entry in the action-RPG franchise.

Why now: Blizzard has revealed new details about the next Diablo game, prompting debate among fans about whether returning to Diablo 2-style systems is the right direction.

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• Blizzard to take "a somewhat different approach" to level-scaling in Diablo 5, suggesting more influence from Diablo 2 than Diablo 4 Blizzard has hinted at yet another core mechanic in Diablo 5 seemingly inspired by Diablo 2. Notably, the in-development action-RPG will tackle… · gamewire@gamefan.net · 2

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