Diablo III Reaper of Souls confirmed for PS4

[Lady Lilith]

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/10/17/diablo-iii-reaper-of-souls-confirmed-for-ps4-playable-at-blizzcon/

 

We’re excited to announce that Diablo III: Reaper of Souls on PS4 will be making its public debut at BlizzCon 2013!

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In our action-packed single-player and same-screen co-op demos, players will explore the haunted streets of Westmarch as one of our five original classes, or test their mettle as the unyielding Crusader.

Attendees of the convention will also be some of the first in the world to take on Death itself using DualShock 4, armed with all-new social features and touchpad technology designed to help keep heroes on focused on what they do best: killing monsters.

Head on over to BlizzCon.com for panel schedules, event maps, hotel and travel information, forums, and more, and be sure to stay tuned to diablo3.com for all the latest news on Reaper of Souls.

For those of you who are BlizzCon-bound, we salute you! If you can’t make the show in person, be sure to check out the Virtual Ticket which includes over 60 hour of HD footage so you can catch all the new details on Reaper of Souls at BlizzCon from the comfort of your home.

 

Here is the full list of new features

 

 

Reaper of Souls adds a number of new features to the core gameplay of Diablo III. These include:

• One new character class: the Crusader^[2]
• A fifth act taking the story of Diablo III "from the legendary city of Westmarch to the unhallowed halls of the Pandemonium Fortress"^[2]
• A new artisan: the Mystic
• A new level cap of 70 (up from 60)
• Many new weapons and new pieces of armor
• New skills and runes for existing classes
• New monsters to defeat

The pre-expansion patch includes:

• Nephalem Rifts and Nephalem Trials
• Account wide Paragon levels
• Unlimited paragon leveling, with a bonus of +250 in each main stat (strength, dexterity, intelligence, and vitality)
• A new gem type: Diamond
• Class specific affix rolls on items

 

 

Sounds awesome, especially if this is bundled with the PS4 version.

[zmanavar]

Waiting for PS4 version.

[Artemisthemp]

Guess I gonna pick up Diablo 3 up for PS4, when this releases for PS4

[Parker]

So will this be a DLC for the PlayStation 4 version of Diablo III or will it be included with all the copies of the game?

 

 

Parker

[Artemisthemp]

So will this be a DLC for the PlayStation 4 version of Diablo III or will it be included with all the copies of the game?

 

 

Parker

 

Most likely DLC but, we won't know until Blizzcon

[Lady Lilith]

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/08/hands-on-with-diablo-iii-and-reaper-of-souls-on-ps4/

 

 

I’m here in Anaheim for Blizzcon 2013, and as anyone who knows me might have guessed, the first thing I did when I got here was make a beeline for the Diablo III booth to get some hands-on time with its in-development PS4 version.

Let’s get the obvious stuff out of the way first: Diablo III looks good on PS4. The demo I played didn’t stutter or hitch once — the PS4 version runs at 1080p and 60FPS or better throughout, as confirmed by Production Director John Hight when I spoke with him on the show floor. Everything looks tack-sharp, and plenty of extra bits have been added or tweaked in Diablo III’s PS4 version. Just wait ’til you see the glow of a freshly dropped health globe reflected in a pool of stagnant water.

Diablo III’s DualShock 4 controls are still being tweaked and perfected, but the touchpad implementation today was largely gesture-based, swiping left and right to switch to different inventory and skill subsections. It’s pretty hard to improve on the perfection of Diablo III’s radial menus as they are on PS3, but DualShock 4′s touchpad makes for a suitable change of pace, if only to mix things up once in a while.

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DualShock 4′s light bar glows a different color for each player. Paired with existing on-screen indicators, it provides that much more instantaneous visual feedback — handy when things inevitably start getting out of control on the battlefield.

And of course, the improved ergonomics and analog sticks on PS4′s new controller will make marathon sessions significantly more comfortable.

Reaper of Souls, Blizzard’s recently announced expansion to Diablo III, will be included with the purchase of Diablo III on PS4. In it, Malthael, the former Angel of Wisdom, has become the Angel of Death, and has generally bad things in mind for humanity. Predictably, you’re not too keen on letting him have his way.

The demo I played at Blizzcon was a small section of the new act that takes place after the end of Diablo III’s main campaign. The 15-20 minute section was draped in dark, blue and gray tones and a permeating sense of dread. Appropriate, given the expansion’s premise.

Playing as the Crusader, Reaper of Souls’ new character class, I smashed and dashed through hordes of demonic baddies, utilizing a bevy of devastating new moves to mow down anything in my way. Described by the design team as a “war machine made human,” the Crusader attacks enemies up close, but has plenty of area-of-effect attacks and buffs to make him a versatile mid-range brawler as well.

A few highlights from the Crusader’s repertoire (these may change, as Reaper of Souls is still in development):

• Smash: Just about what it sounds like. This attack actually reaches a bit ahead of the Crusader, meaning you don’t need to risk completely exposing yourself to retribution from any foes who survive more than one hit.
• Consecrate: An area-of-effect buff that encompasses the majority of the screen, continually healing any fellow fighters within its reach.
• Laws of Valor: Another buff, this time an immediate boost to all allies’ dished-out damage.
• Falling Sword: An earth-shaking attack that must be used sparingly, given its moderate cooldown time. The Crusader leaps into the air, then slams back into the ground, damaging all enemies around him.
• Steed Charge: A quick way to get out of (or into) trouble quickly. The Crusader mounts a phantasmic steed, running through enemies — and leaving a trail of fire in his wake, given the right rune selection — without a second thought.
• Heavenly Strength: A passive ability that gives the Crusader the power to wield a two-handed weapon as well as a shield, allowing for truly terrifying equipment combos.

One last treat for current fans of Diablo III on PS3: you’ll be able to fully transfer your characters to the PS4 version when it comes out. Be aware, though, that this is a one-way transfer. Once your level 60 Demon Hunter is migrated to Diablo III on PS4, given the amount of gameplay elements and scenarios introduced in the next-gen version, there’s no going back! Not that you’d want to go back, after seeing it on PS4.

It’s a testament to Blizzard’s mastery of the gaming medium that I, a very busy person who has already sunk 60+ hours into this game on PS3, am shaking in anticipation to forfeit another 60 hours to it when it lands on PS4. We haven’t yet heard when Diablo III is going to make its next-gen debut, but I do know one thing: you guys aren’t going to hear from me for a while once it does.

 

 

Me likey a lot.   Definitely waiting for the PS4 version.

[Lady Lilith]

http://kotaku.com/diablo-iii-reaper-of-souls-is-out-march-25-2014-1486482358

 

 

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Diablo III's first (only?) expansion pack will be out on March 25, Blizzard just announced. It'll be $40. P

The expansion pack itself gives you a new hero—the Paladin-y Crusader—a new act, and new features: an NPC artisan called the Mystic; a new mode in which you can ignore the story and start new games with every waypoint unlocked; and Nephalem Rifts—or loot runs—totally randomized dungeon crawls meant to emulate boss runs from Diablo II.P

That $60 "Digital Deluxe Edition" up there, by the way? Here's Blizzard explaining what that is:P

You also have the option to prepurchase the Digital Deluxe Edition, which contains a wealth of in-game goodies: a collection of exclusive helm- and weapon-transmogrification recipes to distinguish your hero among the champions of Sanctuary; a loyal Spectral Hound minion to keep your adventurers company on their epic journeys; three additional character slots to accommodate new heroes; an in-game Treasure Goblin companion pet for World of Warcraft; and an assortment of Crusader-themed Battle.net portraits and Malthael-themed decals for StarCraft II.

 

 

 

 

 So...Diablo III for PS4 launches around there, since it'll be bundled with the expansion?

[Parker]

After playing the Diablo III demo on PS3 I am really looking forward to playing the game on PS4. It looked and played fine on the PS3 but I'm sure it will look and play a lot better on current gen systems. 

 

 

Parker

[Lady Lilith]

More news since I read some more about Diablo III and Reaper of Souls being bundled for PS4.

 

http://www.co-optimus.com/article/11086/diablo-iii-ultimate-evil-edition-for-ps4-new-reaper-of-souls-trailer.html

 

With a massive revamp of the item system and an expansion on the way, the road ahead for Diablo III looks pretty positive. Blizzard lent their ears to the populous and heard their cries. "More class relevant items!" they pleaded. Blizzard felt their plight. "We don't like the real money auction house! It frightens and confuses us!" cried the people. Again, the real money auction house shall be dealt with. "We want to convey a slick sense of fashion while also having killer stats!" The new Mystic companion allows demon slayers across the globe to don whatever garb they choose.

With things looking up for Diablo as a whole, Blizzard has announced the new Ultimate Evil Edition for Playstation 4. This new edition comes with the core game, and the "Reaper of Souls" expansion built right in. If anybody was on the fence about buying Diablo, now might be the perfect time to exercise restraint and wait for the bundle on the PS4. Those that have already invested in the PS3 version will be happy to know that their character will not be left to the ravages of time. Users who have both versions of the game can transfer their stalwart champion of heaven to the PS4 console. Once there, your hero cannot return to the realm of the PS3. Not that you'd want to, with all that next-gen glory.

Blizzcon went down this past weekend. It also happened to drop a hot new trailer for "Reaper of Souls." Check out the details of what you and your band of devil-punching heroes will be delving into early next year.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spqYg_aTTcA

 

 

 

This isn't very surprising, but it's good that they're doing this bundle.

[F22-Razgriz]

 

 

 If anybody was on the fence about buying Diablo, now might be the perfect time to exercise restraint and wait for the bundle on the PS4.

 

 

I was one of those.   

Reading this article only gave me more reasons to make my PS4 purchase somewhere around in late Feb or March.   

and a perfect time to take that leap and enter its realm.    #GreatnessAwaits Indeed.   

Edited December 20, 2013 by xf22Razgriz

[Artemisthemp]

I doubt the PS4 will have a Collector's Edition, since it's not connect to Battle.net