Diablo 3 is in development for Xbox One

Diablo 3: Ultimate Evil Edition is being developed for Xbox One alongside the previously announced PlayStation 4 version, Blizzard has told VideoGamer.com, but it can't yet confirm whether the game will ever see a release on Microsoft's platform.

[Neonridr]

So they are developing it without even knowing if it will ever release?

Seems like a good use of resources.. ?

[MasterCornholio]

Sounds strange to me.

[Fishy Fingers]

Ha yeah. They obviously expect it to eventually.

All the systems are so similar it's probably not a massive use of resources to port to both systems at the same time.

[Mikefizzled]

Its not like Blizzard aren't laying resources into Titan which is on the edge of being vapourware.

[Angeljuice]

I always assumed it was being made for XB1 alongside PS4. I seriously didn't realise it hadn't been announced.

[Jdoki]

Same here! Not sure why, but then again I don't follow every XB1 announcement!

I just kinda assumed it was known or coming. I mean, why would Blizz make it exclusive to PS4 / last gen consoles?

I could understand it if Blizz had kept the real money Auction House in place for the console versions, as MS has always been more closed to this sort of thing - but with it gone from PC and console, there's not much to stop it happening.

[bessy67]

They know it will release, but Sony marketing money is most likely keeping their mouths shut.

[Gamer666]

It sounds more like a lack of contract with MS is keeping them from an announcement. You usually don't announce games until the contract is signed.

[mr233]

Yeah, something doesn't sound right here. I mean it is Blizzard and they are slllooowwwww, but still, why develop something you aren't sure about releasing. Who do these people think they are? The government?

[Drekken]

Well now we know why the PS4 version doesn't have a release date yet. Thanks, Microsoft's parity clause.

[redwin]

Well, at least the parity clause will give Sony time go give you your 1080p/60fps that's so important in the PS, or they are adding neon lighting. But due to time contrains, MS won't be able to use the power if the cloud or DX/12. So it'll be 720p/30fps.

[redwin]

Disagree with what ? Lol. I just don't know if I should get it for Xbone or ps4. I'll rent it from redbox first, for both systems, and I'll make my choice then.

[callahan09]

Patiently waiting for the PS4 release. I heard great things about the PS3/360 version, but since I knew it was eventually coming to PS4, I've held off. Hopefully it comes relatively soon... maybe this summer/fall. I want to play it!

[Drekken]

I bought it on PC - Hated it (compared to D2)... Double dipped and bought it on the PS3 once I tried the demo - LOVED IT. Best couch coop game in years. I will be triple dipping once Ps4 version is out. I heard it will be playable at PAX.

[H0RSE]

lol, It's Blizzard. All the time and resources they spent developing their project Titan MMO, was scrapped and restarted. It's what they do, and they can do it, because they have the money, the reputation, ad regardless if you like their games or not, they are always of high quality, and personally, I think they produce the absolute best looking CGI cutscenes, even better than Hollywood.

[JoeIsMad]

It's crazy to think that Blizzard would dump money into the game like that, but they are owned by Activision after all...

[cabbitwithscissors]

It will most likely release on xbone too. Doesn't make much sense to have it on one without the other since Blizzard and Activision usually support multiplatform.

[IcicleTrepan]

Of course it is. It was never exclusive to PS4. I've been saying this for months.

[MasterCornholio]

I'm just surprised that it took them so long to announce it.

[IcicleTrepan]

@ the disagrees

Why disagree with me? lol ok.. if you were intelligent and noticed that they always announced it was coming to PS4, but when asked about XB1 they said they had nothing to announce at this time. That's not the same as saying 'it's exclusive to PS4'. You have to look at what they didn't say. They have some sort of deal with Sony to hype up the PS4 version of the game is all.

I've got both systems and I already have D3 for PC but I will be picking up the PS4 version. But I still always knew it was coming to XB1 because they never specifically said it wasn't. Anyone who disagrees, I challenge you to find a quote from Blizzard where they stated that.

[Bonkerz]

Day one for me was waiting for this.

[gamertk421]

Finally some news on this. I was ready to get this on PS4, but since I already am paragon on xb360, I'd prefer to transfer progress to xb1.

[Edvin1984]

This is funny just yesterday me and a buddy of mine who played D3 on 360 alot talked about how cool it would be if they brought it to X1. We have spent a lot of time on that game, and I would buy that in a heart beat again. Sadly my 360 version got chewed up by my dog... so yeah digital purchases only for me lol.

[urwifeminder]

Do not want good for people that do want I guess.

[Gr1mmyshadows]

I hope it does get released soon, I have been waiting to play this on the XB1

[WeAreLegion]

This is why I'm tired of executives coming out on stage and saying they're working with Sony or Microsoft to bring something to their console. So stupid...

[infectedaztec]

What is the deal with porting past gen games to this gen. I didn't want it for 360 and I don't want it for XB1.

Devs are getting lazy and I'm not liking it. It seems like theres more profit for them to make a demo (MGS:GZ) or remaking an old game (Tomb Raider).

They won't be getting my money anyway. I hope the rest of the community vote with their wallets against this practice too

[Edvin1984]

To each their own I guess, but I enjoyed all games mentioned very much. Also, once this comes out hopefully it will run @60 fps 720/1080 with better particle effects and id be in heaven its a very fun game with friends.

[infectedaztec]

Thank you for a fair and friendly reply

[MasterCornholio]

I could have bought Diablo 3 for my PC but I won't be able to play it on my PC. I would have gotten it for my PS3 but then they announced the PS4 version. Im still interested in playing this game so I'm willing to pay full price for the PS4 version as long as it has all the content (which it does) and extremely good performance.

I respect and understand your opinion though and if I played Diablo 3 before I wouldn't even bother with the PS4 version.

[incendy35]

Diablo 3 was a PC game, technically it was a next gen game ported to last gen haha.

[Edvin1984]

@infectedaztec
The more the merrier bad ports will sink, and actually upgraded ports with full content are a good entry point like Tomb Raider was for me. I agree with you to a degree.

@Diablo3 on PC and console is a very different experience. I played D3 initially on my iMac, but after being able to lean back on my couch and use the controller I really found a new appreciation for this title. While it looked and ran better on my iMac than my 360 I didn't have as much fun as with a buddy on the couch talking smack and playing. I very much looking forward to a X1 port of this game, as most my friends only got a Xbox's so I will just play something else on my PS4.

[Budobear]

Yes, yes, yes its coming to Xbox1 thats all very nice and no big surprise......just give me a release date please!

[jegheist2014]

if they delay ps4 version cuz this has to come out simultaneously im never buyinngn other blizzard product ps4 needs rpgs crap like this is reason next gen keeeps getting pushed back

[DaleCooper]

If it hits XB1, I'll be buying for sure. Even if it doesn't, when I eventually get a PS4 I'll be buying then anyway!

[Crazay]

I played Diablo 3 on the PC and quite enjoyed it but when it hit 360 I played the HELL out of it. Tomorrow i'll pick up the expansion but if it hits XBox One - I'm all in.

[Edvin1984]

Same here I've put about a 100hrs into the 360 version so the X1 I will be all over that bad boy. Its just a perfectly balanced act of grind/fun gameplay.