# Daemonic Dungeon Crawling Diablo III Looks to be Bloodier, Harder and Cooler Than Ever By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-06 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diablo-iii References: [pcgamer](http://www.pcgamer.com/2010/12/16/diablo-3-a-hellraising-preview/) & [us.blizzard](http://us.blizzard.com/diablo3/) Since it was announced in 2008, Diablo III has been anxiously awaited by avid gamer fans eager to test their mettle once again in the latest installment of the celebrated [dungeon-crawling franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titan-quest-2). Based on early previews of the upcoming game, it looks like the time spent developing Diablo III has been put to good use and that loyal fans will not be disappointed. With stunning visuals, an extensive array of [class and abilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solasta-ii), and some whacky [PVP arena-style matchups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaultbreakers), it might just yet prove to be the most successful incarnation of Diablo yet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Stunning Visuals in Gaming:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing immersive and realistic gaming experiences with cutting-edge graphics. - **Extensive Class and Abilities System:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating customizable and diverse character creation systems in video games. - **PVP Arena-style Matchups:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing competitive multiplayer modes and events in gaming. ### Where This Applies - **Video Game Development:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating new and exciting gameplay experiences in the video game industry. - **Computer Graphics and Animation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in advancing visual technology and techniques for gaming and other fields. - **E-sports and Competitive Gaming:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in organizing and monetizing professional gaming competitions and tournaments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile-Supported Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diablo-immortal-release.md) - [Action Game Crossover Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diablo-x-berserk.md) - [Retro RPG Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diablo-1.md) - [ARPG Beta Test Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diablo-iv.md) - [Retro RPG Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reign-of-the-warlock.md) - [Hardcore Adventure ARPGs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undecember.md) - [Loot-Focused Multiplayer RPGs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/path-of-exile-2.md) - [Unique Player-Versus-Player Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkheron.md) - [Macabre Chocolate Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-shops.md)