Diablo
A dark fantasy action RPG series where heroes battle the forces of Hell to save the mortal realm of Sanctuary.
Category
Game
Release Year
1996
Origin
USA
Tags
dark fantasyaction RPGdemonshellgothic
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Diablo
Aliases
Diablo Series, Diablo Universe
Type
Video Game Franchise
Release Year
1996
Status
Active
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Blizzard North (Original), Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher
Blizzard Entertainment
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Action RPG, Dark Fantasy, Hack and Slash, Dungeon Crawler
Content Information
Synopsis
Heroes battle against the Prime Evils and forces of Hell to protect the mortal realm of Sanctuary from demonic invasion.
Main Characters
The Nephalem, Deckard Cain, Tyrael, Diablo, Mephisto, Baal
Setting
Sanctuary - a world caught between Heaven and Hell
Themes
Good vs evil, corruption, sacrifice, eternal conflict, redemption
Target Audience
Mature gamers, fantasy enthusiasts
Media Forms
Video Games
Diablo (1996), Diablo II (2000), Diablo III (2012), Diablo IV (2023)
Books
Diablo novels, lore books, strategy guides
Merchandise
Figures, collectibles, apparel, art books
Digital Content
Animated shorts, cinematics, web series
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 65 million copies sold across all games
Revenue
Multi-billion dollar franchise
Awards
Multiple Game of the Year awards, RPG excellence awards
Critical Reception
Highly acclaimed for gameplay innovation and atmosphere
Cultural Impact
Defined the action RPG genre and influenced countless games
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community of demon hunters
Communities
Reddit, Battle.net forums, Discord servers
Events
BlizzCon, seasonal events, community challenges
Quotes
Stay awhile and listen!, Not even death can save you from me!
Memes
Deckard Cain's voice, cow level, loot addiction
Cosplay
Popular character and demon cosplay at conventions
Historical Development
1996
Original Diablo launches, revolutionizes action RPG genre
2000
Diablo II releases with expanded classes and online play
2001
Diablo II: Lord of Destruction expansion
2012
Diablo III launches after 12-year wait
2014
Reaper of Souls expansion revitalizes Diablo III
2023
Diablo IV launches with return to dark roots
Related Links
diablo.blizzard.com
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