While initially announced back in 2018, Blizzard recently shared more information on the much-anticipated 'Diablo Immortal,' the first game in the franchise that will be specifically designed for mobile devices.
The story for 'Diablo Immortal' follows the narrative that surrounds 'Diablo II' and 'Diablo III,' and centers the player as a hero who must join ranks with others to stop the villain Skarn and the many demons he's assembled to take control of the land. While the game was created to be a multi-player experience that prompts players to coordinate with one another, players will also be able to enjoy a single-player story mode.
The hack-and-slash RPG still does not have an official release date, however it will be available for both Android and iOS users.
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'Diablo Immortal' Was Specifically Designed for Play on Smartphones
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