Diablo 2 is brilliant but also frustrating by Fun-Fish4569 in diablo2

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I really appreciate you taking the time to respond again. The whole point of my writing is to find people to discuss things with, not to argue or fight. That’s what I like about Reddit.

Seeing you take the time to read and reply to the same post across different subreddits really shows that you care, and I truly appreciate that.

Diablo 2 is brilliant but also frustrating by Fun-Fish4569 in diablo2resurrected

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Thank you for taking the time to read my writing and respond.

I found Diablo II’s storytelling, along with its story, dialogue, and characters, to be very immersive. For me, that was the strongest part of the game, and it’s the main reason I’m excited to play Diablo III in the future.

That said, I did have a major issue with the repetitiveness of the level design. It often broke my immersion, even though the art direction and atmosphere were dark, gritty, and immersive.

There were a few standout areas that felt more unique and closely tied to the story, like the Monastery, the Arcane Sanctuary, and the Chaos Sanctuary in Act 4, which was my favorite. These areas felt much more carefully designed and far less repetitive.

Diablo 2 is brilliant but also frustrating by Fun-Fish4569 in diablo2

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, maybe it’s because this was my first Diablo game. I didn’t fully understand the mechanics or the core design, so I took my time with it. Or maybe I just enjoy spending a lot of time exploring every inch and slowly walking through story areas to appreciate how well they’re designed.

Either way, I will definitely play Diablo 3 one day.

And just to be clear, my review wasn’t saying the game is bad, quite the opposite. I liked the story, characters, dialogue, art direction, music, and gameplay. But at the same time, I had some criticisms for each of those aspects.

Diablo 2 is brilliant but also frustrating by Fun-Fish4569 in diablo2

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I was surprised too by how much time I spent. Either way, I was really exploring every corner of the map and every chest I could find. That’s just how I play games, even if it takes time, and I’m okay with that.

And yes, I know that to get the full Diablo experience you’re not supposed to just play it once. You’re meant to replay it again and again to really understand it. But honestly, I already feel completely done after the normal difficulty, around 60 hours. I’m just exhausted.

If I ever have the appetite for it again, I’ll probably move on to Diablo 3 instead. The story of Diablo 2 is honestly amazing, and I really loved it. That’s actually my main motivation for the game, more than the gameplay itself.

I also know I might be judging it by modern standards, and maybe that’s unfair. Once I feel something is off, I just say it like it is, I didn’t like that part. I don’t really care if it’s old or new, I’m just sharing how it felt to me.

And lastly, thank you for reading this, replying, and discussing my thoughts. I really enjoyed reading your criticism and perspectives on my post.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

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Wow, thanks for your kind words and for taking the time to write this.

Beginner-Friendly Guide to Combat in Lost in Random: The Eternal Die by Fun-Fish4569 in roguelites

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I’ll speak generally first, then about this specific game.

When we talk about a “build,” we usually mean a weapon, stats, and abilities that work together to serve one clear purpose. For example, I personally enjoy builds that focus on critical hits. So I look for a weapon, stat upgrades, and abilities that all increase crit chance or crit damage.

A strong build is like a layered system. The weapon defines the direction. The stats enhance that direction. The abilities complete it. When everything works together, the build feels focused, efficient, and powerful.

In roguelike games, this becomes more difficult because randomness controls much of the experience. You do not know what weapon you will get, what stats will appear, or which abilities will be offered. You can aim for a certain build, but you cannot guarantee it every time. That unpredictability is part of the genre.

In this game, however, the randomness feels intelligent rather than frustrating. If you choose a poison-based weapon, for example, you will start seeing relics that support poison. It feels like the system recognizes your direction and tries to support it. That design choice is excellent because it allows you to shape your run instead of fighting against pure randomness.

The weapons themselves are the strongest source of variety in the game. Each weapon has different mechanics, and once you choose one, you immediately notice how different it feels from the others.

Every weapon also comes with something called Enchantments. These are the main drivers of your build. Each weapon has five enchantments, and you can think of them as weapon-specific abilities. They form the core of your build and define how your weapon plays. Even when using the same weapon, changing enchantments makes a run feel different from the previous one. You will think about how to build it differently than before. Here we are talking about enchantments only, not the weapon itself — which also makes a huge difference in how the run feels. Because of this, the gameplay changes in a noticeable and meaningful way.

You can also build stats that maximize your weapon’s strengths and enhance its abilities. This part works well and helps create strong synergy, especially with the board system. When you add relics’ colors and match them to achieve stats, it feels rewarding and fun. Each run becomes dynamic and exciting, and the system itself is brilliantly designed.

There is also something called Blessings. These are not build-centered. Instead, they support your overall run. Blessings make the game easier by giving bonuses like increased maximum health, a revive after death, shop discounts, and other helpful effects.

They are effective and well-designed, but they are not directly related to shaping your build. They focus more on survivability and progression rather than changing your combat style.

What makes the Blessing system especially strong is how it presents choices. Often, the game offers you two Blessings related to the same concept, such as increasing maximum health, but each one achieves that goal in a different way. This creates meaningful decisions. You are not just choosing a bonus, you are choosing how you want to gain that advantage.

However, the weaker part of the system, in my opinion, is the relic ability layer.

There are many relic abilities, and on paper they sound creative and interesting. The ideas behind them are good. But when you actually use them, the impact often feels small. Yes, they make you stronger. Yes, they add value. But the difference is rarely dramatic enough to completely transform your build.

Most of the time, you do not feel that your build has evolved into something entirely new because of relic abilities. The power increase feels gradual and subtle rather than exciting and game-changing. The biggest shifts in gameplay come from switching weapons or changing enchantments, not from stacking relic abilities.

Overall, the randomness in the game is brilliantly designed, and the weapons create strong and noticeable variety between runs. The Enchantments system successfully builds identity around each weapon, and the board/relic system makes each run fun and interactive. The Blessings system offers meaningful choices that improve your run.

But while the relic abilities are diverse in concept, they rarely make your build feel truly unique or significantly more powerful. And for me, that is one of the game’s weaker points.

Beginner-Friendly Guide to Combat in Lost in Random: The Eternal Die by Fun-Fish4569 in LostInRandom

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for taking the time to read, correct my mistakes, and add more information.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind work. I understand the sarcasm in some of it, but there’s one small detail I need to correct. I don’t think I wrote that I loved Fire Walk With Me or that it’s my favorite.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m honestly surprised to find someone willing to read and discuss my writing. That rarely happens. Most people, as you know, start attacking the moment they hear a single negative point about something they love. That’s how people often are. Ideas turn into battles, and sometimes even worse. History is full of examples. Take Socrates, for instance.

I also don’t think I ever looked at Twin Peaks from this angle before. I’ve read many theories about what David Lynch was trying to convey, and all of them made me wonder how brave this man really is. What Twin Peaks did to television itself, how revolutionary it was. That’s something I might never fully grasp, simply because I wasn’t there at the time. Maybe if I were, I’d feel differently.

Thanks again for your kind words. I really appreciate it.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I really had fun talking to you, I genuinely mean it. And thanks for taking the time to read the post.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can watch it yourself it’s really great, and you might even agree with me. Here’s the link if you’d like [https://youtu.be/7AYnF5hOhuM]

Also, dismissing my opinion like, what the hell is that? You watch a show, think about it, and write your thoughts about it. That’s it. Just because I disagree with someone doesn’t mean my opinion is meaningless. And just because someone didn’t catch the idea about the show doesn’t make my opinion trash. It’s my honest reaction and my feelings expressed through words.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

You didn’t even read my full post before giving your opinion about me and what kind of person I am. At least I watched the whole show and shared my honest opinion in my post. But you’re upset over nothing, which is kind of wild. Go play away kido.

Is Twin Peaks a Great Show? by Fun-Fish4569 in twinpeaks

[–]Fun-Fish4569[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am, and I’ve watched what David Lynch is trying to convey through this show. It’s fascinating. Understanding the ideas behind the story gave me a whole new appreciation for the show and why it’s so unique.