I had played Diablo II when I was young. I’m not a big Diablo fan, but I’m attracted by this new release, and I’m interested to play with my friends.

I can’t decide that I should buy a PS5 version or PC version. Here are some pros and cons I’m thinking about.

  • I don’t have a powerful gaming PC yet. Before I made my decision of a new PC build, I may need to play with low quality graph (EDIT: I already have a PS5).
  • I could buy a pre-owned PS5 Disc, which is cheaper. If I don’t like it, I could trade-in the disc.
  • I don’t have a PS membership right now. I know I missed one promotion in early June. Is the membership necessary for playing Diablo IV?
  • If I need to organize my backpack, will keyboard&mouse be more convenient than controller?
  • I have a Steam Deck and I want to use it for some causal play. Proton or PS Remote Play, which works better?

Thank you for all your suggestions.

EDIT: Considering the suggestion by @LemmyAtem@beehaw.org, I’ve purchased the PS5 version so we could enjoy the game together in the living room. We also confirmed that, without PS+, it’s okay to play solo.

  • sharpiemarker@feddit.deEnglish
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    1 year ago

    To be completely honest, it makes almost no difference which you buy.

    • Crossplay is already enabled, so you can play with your friends in either environment.
    • You can play remotely from a PS5 or on PC from Battle.net (via Steam). I own the game on PC and do this currently. It’s seamless.
    • You can build a PC or get a PS5 for around the same price (between $500-700 USD).

    I’m not certain if you can run D4 natively in proton since you have to play it through Battle.net, so if you’re relying on your Steam Deck for the short term, I’d go with a PS5.

    • aedyr@lemmy.caEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Good point about crossplay (also cross-save through bnet); it’s platform agnostic from that standpoint. I’ve been on PS5 and found the console experience to be pretty good. The game plays well on a controller.