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Diablo II: Resurrected

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Diablo II: Resurrected

Reviewed: 12 May 2026

Xbox One · PC · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4 · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 5

Vicarious Visions · 2021

Ludograph rating

C

Mixed

51 /100

Diablo II: Resurrected is an action RPG that develops strategic thinking, problem solving, and spatial awareness, but contains mature content and themes.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 42 · R 34
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

42

Risk (RIS)

34

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.56
B2Social-emotional
0.20
B3Motor
0.35

Diablo II: Resurrected offers significant benefits in strategic thinking, critical thinking, and problem-solving through its complex character builds, itemization, and tactical combat. Players must carefully consider skill point allocation, gear choices, and combat approaches to overcome challenges. The game also provides a sense of accomplishment through progression and overcoming difficult encounters.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.33
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.17

The primary risks associated with Diablo II: Resurrected stem from its mature content, including high levels of violence, some sexualized imagery, and demonic themes which may be frightening for younger players. The game's highly variable reward system and infinite play loop could also be highly addictive, encouraging excessive playtime.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.33
R4.3Language
0.67
R4.4Substance References
0.33
R4.5Fear / Horror
1.00

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is Diablo II: Resurrected safe for kids?

Ludograph gives Diablo II: Resurrected a rating of 51/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It delivers genuine benefits but carries design risks that deserve a close look.

What age is Diablo II: Resurrected appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Diablo II: Resurrected, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Diablo II: Resurrected?

We don't publish a daily session budget for Diablo II: Resurrected: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of Diablo II: Resurrected?

The primary risks associated with Diablo II: Resurrected stem from its mature content, including high levels of violence, some sexualized imagery, and demonic themes which may be frightening for younger players. The game's highly variable reward system and infinite play loop could also be highly addictive, encouraging excessive playtime.