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MONSTER
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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72
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred receives mixed reviews, praised for its character development and ties to the series lore, particularly through Neyrelle's journey. Critics commend its narrative depth but slam it for being short, unfinished, and predictable, with pacing issues and cliffhanger endings. Overall, while it sets the stage for future content, many players are left wanting a more cohesive and satisfying story.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
72
Positive Reviews (80-100)
39%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
57%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred receives mixed reviews, praised for its character development and ties to the series lore, particularly through Neyrelle's journey. Critics commend its narrative depth but slam it for being short, unfinished, and predictable, with pacing issues and cliffhanger endings. Overall, while it sets the stage for future content, many players are left wanting a more cohesive and satisfying story.
Gameplay Mechanics
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87
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a hit, with critics praising the new Spiritborn class for its customization and diverse playstyles. Revamped leveling, exciting loot changes, and engaging combat enhance the experience. However, some find the Spiritborn class feels familiar, and certain features like the mercenary system seem underdeveloped. Overall, the expansion revitalizes the franchise, making it a must-play for both newcomers and veterans, despite minor criticisms.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
87
Positive Reviews (80-100)
89%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
11%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a hit, with critics praising the new Spiritborn class for its customization and diverse playstyles. Revamped leveling, exciting loot changes, and engaging combat enhance the experience. However, some find the Spiritborn class feels familiar, and certain features like the mercenary system seem underdeveloped. Overall, the expansion revitalizes the franchise, making it a must-play for both newcomers and veterans, despite minor criticisms.
Graphics and Visual Design
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84
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred impresses with stunning visuals, especially in the new Nahantu region, receiving rave reviews for its lush environments and attention to detail. Critics praise its artistic quality and cinematics, while some note a lack of innovation and variety in enemy types. Overall, the game is celebrated for its captivating graphics, aligning well with the Diablo legacy, despite a few reservations.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
84
Positive Reviews (80-100)
68%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
32%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred impresses with stunning visuals, especially in the new Nahantu region, receiving rave reviews for its lush environments and attention to detail. Critics praise its artistic quality and cinematics, while some note a lack of innovation and variety in enemy types. Overall, the game is celebrated for its captivating graphics, aligning well with the Diablo legacy, despite a few reservations.
Music and Sound Design
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84
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred's sound design and music have received overwhelmingly positive reviews, praised for their immersive quality and ability to enhance gameplay. Critics highlight the impactful music and high-quality audio, contributing to a captivating atmosphere. However, some dissenting voices, like KeenGamer, found the music forgettable, suggesting a divide in player experiences. Overall, the expansion is recognized for its phenomenal auditory experience, though there’s room for improvement in memorable moments.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
84
Positive Reviews (80-100)
71%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
29%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred's sound design and music have received overwhelmingly positive reviews, praised for their immersive quality and ability to enhance gameplay. Critics highlight the impactful music and high-quality audio, contributing to a captivating atmosphere. However, some dissenting voices, like KeenGamer, found the music forgettable, suggesting a divide in player experiences. Overall, the expansion is recognized for its phenomenal auditory experience, though there’s room for improvement in memorable moments.
Voice Acting
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Technical Performance
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73
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred's technical performance is a mixed bag. The Xbox Series X version impresses with 4K and 60 FPS, earning praise for stability from some, yet suffers from serious crashes and bugs according to IGN. On PC, while generally smooth with DLSS 3 support, critics note optimization issues and technical glitches. Overall, the game shows promise but is hindered by reliability problems that disrupt gameplay, leading to a divided consensus among reviewers.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
73
Positive Reviews (80-100)
50%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
50%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred's technical performance is a mixed bag. The Xbox Series X version impresses with 4K and 60 FPS, earning praise for stability from some, yet suffers from serious crashes and bugs according to IGN. On PC, while generally smooth with DLSS 3 support, critics note optimization issues and technical glitches. Overall, the game shows promise but is hindered by reliability problems that disrupt gameplay, leading to a divided consensus among reviewers.
Replay Value
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79
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred impresses with its rich content and diverse gameplay, introducing features like customizable NPC companions and new endgame activities that boost replay value. Critics praise the streamlined leveling and co-op gameplay, but some express concerns over repetitive elements and a lackluster campaign, suggesting that while the expansion offers significant enhancements, it may not satisfy all players' craving for sustained engagement.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
79
Positive Reviews (80-100)
57%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
43%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred impresses with its rich content and diverse gameplay, introducing features like customizable NPC companions and new endgame activities that boost replay value. Critics praise the streamlined leveling and co-op gameplay, but some express concerns over repetitive elements and a lackluster campaign, suggesting that while the expansion offers significant enhancements, it may not satisfy all players' craving for sustained engagement.
Overall Verdict
80
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
80
Positive Reviews (80-100)
80%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
20%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a largely praised expansion, celebrated for its engaging gameplay, stunning visuals, and the new Spiritborn class, revitalizing the game for new and returning players. Critics commend the plethora of content and quality-of-life improvements. However, the story is criticized for lacking depth and impact, with pacing issues that may disappoint some. Overall, it's a commendable addition that enhances the Diablo IV experience, despite narrative shortcomings.
80
MONSTER
Reviews
115 reviews found95
God is a Geek
Oct 4, 2024
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A superb continuation of the original campaign with quality of life improvements, a fantastic new class, and engaging gameplay, despite some minor issues with the new biome and mercenary system.
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90
PCGamesN
Oct 4, 2024
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The review concludes that Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a complete Diablo experience that surpasses the base game, blending elements from previous titles while introducing new features and classes, ultimately leaving the reviewer more excited for the future of the series.
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90
CGMagazine
Oct 4, 2024
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Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a fantastic expansion that breathes new life into the game, with stunning visuals, addictive gameplay, and a wealth of content, making it one of the best expansions Blizzard has produced in the past decade.
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90
GLHF on Sports Illustrated
Oct 4, 2024
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Vessel of Hatred improves on an already refined base game, balancing systems and gameplay to cater to both casual and hardcore players. The expansion is highly praised with a score of 9/10.
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90
GGRecon
Oct 4, 2024
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Vessel of Hatred is praised for enhancing Diablo 4's gameplay and story, offering a must-purchase experience for fans. Despite some narrative shortcomings, the new class and gameplay additions make it a compelling expansion.
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88
Generación Xbox
Oct 18, 2024
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Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a well-rounded expansion that enhances the game's narrative, gameplay, and content, setting the stage for future developments while delivering new experiences in the present.
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88
Ragequit.gr
Nov 13, 2024
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The expansion is described as a bittersweet experience, with significant improvements in gameplay but a disappointing campaign that detracts from the overall enjoyment.
85
Forbes
Oct 4, 2024
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The expansion is praised for the new class and gameplay additions, while the story is seen as effective but not as impactful as the base game. The review hints at potential long-term depth and cool features to explore.
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80
Push Square
Oct 18, 2024
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Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a worthwhile expansion with compelling story, excellent gameplay, stunning graphics, and immersive sound design. It provides plenty of reasons to revisit the game world.
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80
Checkpoint Gaming
Oct 31, 2024
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Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a smart expansion that offers engaging new content, especially with the introduction of the Spiritborn class and captivating endgame activities, making it enticing for both new and existing players.
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