He'll also go into detail on how Diablo IV's new game engine has allowed us to make frame-by-frame combat more precise and nuanced, while leveling up our effects to take advantage of the new lighting system.

Next, Lead Visual Effects Artist Daniel Briggs will describe the philosophy that allows our talented VFX team to create huge explosions and eye-popping skill effects while keeping the game clear and readable, even when there are many players and monsters on the screen at the same time. After that, grab a warm beverage and a comfortable chair as he walks us through Diablo IV's completely new end-game character growth system: the Paragon Board. These include the return of +Skills on items, a new way to interact with legendary powers, and some early work on targeted drops.

We have much to share with you today as a result, so let's dive in.įirst, Lead Systems Designer Joe Piepiora will discuss updates to key elements of itemization. In fact, the team is currently playtesting an internal release of the game that represents a significant milestone. We’ve made big strides, with every build of the game containing a host of expanded content, new art, balance changes, and other iterations. Since our last blog, we've been hard at work adding new content and systems to the game.

We hope you enjoyed October's deep dive into sound design, the atmospheric ambient tracks, and peeking behind the scenes of how game sounds are made. Hello and welcome to the year-end Diablo IV Quarterly Update.

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