While the old graphics look atrocious today and are even challenging to gaze on for long, they are a testament to Vicarious Visions’ graphical upgrade. I spent a ton of time with this feature, experiencing jaw-dropping moments as I compared the old with the new in each Act. In a bit of a curious and way-too-enjoyable addition to the game, players can swap between the old graphics and the new graphics with the touch of a button in real-time, even as spells, effects, and abilities fire off.

I said “Well, that’s pretty much how it was…” However, that’s incredibly far from the truth. At first glance, the new look might not seem like much. The significant change here is, of course, the graphics, which go up to 4k. To learn more about the proceedings thus far, including details listed in the lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, please check out our previous coverage here.

The bulk of the suit focuses on 'violations of the state's civil rights and equal pay laws,' specifically regarding the treatment of women and other marginalized groups. The ongoing lawsuit from the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) against the company is over reported toxic workplace culture.

It is important to keep in mind what is going on within Activision Blizzard at this time regarding ongoing allegations about the work culture. Diablo II: Resurrected is an incredible revamp of one of the most important and influential games in history that begs to be experienced by newcomers and veterans alike. Of course, the original graphics looked nothing like this back in 2000, and viewing them today is something of a historical horror. Looking back on the original today, it’s genuinely fascinating how this remaster paints over the old graphics with a masterful brush, showcasing the grim fantasy environments and deadly bosses precisely as I remember them. With Diablo II: Resurrected, Blizzard and the Vicarious Visions team did something I thought impossible – they successfully recreated Diablo II the way my mind remembers it.

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