My initial take:
Downloaded on PC via GamePass flawlessly. Proceeded to turn everything to max in DX12 mode including the RTX settings. Runs very smoothly, with some notable stutter during big "boom" events as already mentioned.
Things I like about it:
- Some innovation, although a little clunky, with the camera perspective. You're not always stuck in the typical 3/4 Diabloesque view; during some parts such as when you return to base the camera perspective will slowly rotate, which is cool but a little disorienting.
- The game's combat is p. chunky, in a good way. Getting your first decent weapon is satisfying, and finally getting the hang of the balance needed between charging ahead and tactically retreating while spraying hot lead is neat.
- As already mentioned, the graphics are almost jaw-dropping at times. Art direction is taking some cues from of course Blade Runner, as well as a sprinkle of maybe Alien and even Event Horizon thrown in? Beautiful game.
Things I don't like:
- Yeah, the controls using WASD and mouse take this old man's brain a little longer to get used to. After about an hour, however, it started to click and I wasn't panicking when getting rushed by a group of mobs. Evasion is key (is this Witcher?!?)
- While freedom to roam the map is nice, and lends to the game's RPG-ness, the trecking back to where you need to be to complete your mission is tedious and a little irritating considering the save method. Have I gone far enough on the map not to have lost too much progress if I want to quit?
- There are still clearly some technical details that need to be ironed out, but the game does seem quite stable.
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Anyone saying avoid this, it's a dead game, etc., isn't really being fair imo. This game has enough familiarity to it to appeal to anyone who likes Diablo, and enough newness to it to warrant seeing if you like it or not. If you're subscribed to GamePass, it's a no brainer -- the download time IS worth it.