Diablo 1996

About

Diablo is an isometric strategy RPG and one of the most well-known examples of the action-RPG subgenre. Although some of the game mechanics resemble a typical RPG, all actions are done in real-time just like in an action game. The player have to kill hordes of monsters through randomized dungeon levels in order to gain experience points, gold and a variety of equipment to bolster the hero's monster-killing potency.

Story

Set in the fictional Kingdom of Khanduras, located in the world of Sanctuary, Diablo has the player take control of a lone hero battling to rid the world of Diablo, the Lord of Terror. Beneath the town of Tristram, the player journeys through sixteen dungeon levels, ultimately entering Hell itself in order to face Diablo.

What is happening now

Diablo is the seminal action-RPG that launched the dungeon-crawling genre on PC in 1996 and has since expanded across platforms. The franchise is currently in expansion mode as it approaches its 30th anniversary in 2026. Blizzard has announced Diablo: The Infernal Path as a major new release planned for fall 2026, with exclusive announcements tied to BlizzCon 2026. Diablo Immortal is marking the milestone with anniversary celebrations including new cosmetics, events, and quality-of-life improvements. Beyond official releases, Diablo's influence continues to shape the action-RPG landscape, with numerous indie developers drawing inspiration from the series' formula. The franchise has proven commercially valuable for Blizzard, contributing to strong performance metrics even amid industry upheaval. Meanwhile, the anniversary period is generating significant fan engagement across the Diablo ecosystem.