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Ex-Diablo devs are working on a new ARPG to innovate the genre

Author : Bella Dec 30,2024

Ex-Diablo devs are working on a new ARPG to innovate the genre

Former Diablo and Diablo II developers are creating a new, low-budget action RPG with the potential to redefine the genre. Given the success of the original Diablo games, this new ARPG from veteran developers has high expectations.

Moon Beast Productions, an independent studio founded by Phil Shenk, Peter Hu, and Erich Schaefer, secured $4.5 million in funding to develop this innovative ARPG. Their goal is to break free from established design conventions and revitalize the hack-and-slash experience. The team, comprised of individuals who worked on the first two Diablo games, aims to create a more open and dynamic ARPG, harkening back to the elements that made the early Diablo titles so successful.

Details about the game remain scarce, but the involvement of such highly experienced developers suggests a strong potential for a top-tier action RPG. However, breaking into a market saturated with high-quality ARPGs will be a significant challenge. The recent success of Diablo IV's "Vessel of Hatred" expansion, for example, highlights the intense competition. Diablo IV's substantial player base might be reluctant to switch games.

The competition extends beyond Diablo IV. Path of Exile 2's recent release and impressive Steam player count (peaking at over 538,000, ranking 15th highest in platform history) underscore the fierce competition within the ARPG market. This new title faces an uphill battle to establish itself amongst established giants.

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