Includes Diablo® III and critically acclaimed
Reaper of Souls™ expansion
Preorder for PS3™, PS4™, Xbox One, or Xbox 360
now and receive exclusive bonus in-game item
On August 19, console gamers around the world will be able to
join the crusade against death itself when Diablo® III: Reaper of
Souls™ - Ultimate Evil Edition™ launches on the PlayStation® 3 and
PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One, and Xbox
360. The console-exclusive Ultimate Evil Edition includes all of
the content from the original Diablo III, as well as new features
and updates from the critically acclaimed Reaper of Souls
expansion. With six customizable character classes, five engrossing
acts, and countless hours of gameplay, this all-inclusive package
is a treasure trove of fast-paced demon-slaying action and
cooperative adventure.
The console version of Reaper of Souls has been designed to take
advantage of the unique features of the console platforms. All four
console versions of the Ultimate Evil Edition feature 4-player
same-screen and online multiplayer—whether you’re banding together
on the same couch or joining the fray via PlayStation®Network or
the Xbox Live online entertainment network, Reaper of Souls makes
it easy to experience Diablo in the best way possible: with your
friends.
The Ultimate Evil Edition introduces even more ways for players
to share their adventures. A new Apprentice mode boosts low-level
players’ power while adventuring with high-level friends, making it
easier than ever to play together. Players will also be able to
share treasures with other players on their friends lists via an
in-game mail system, including mysterious Player Gifts containing
rare loot for the adventurer whose name they bear.
“The Ultimate Evil Edition brings Reaper of Souls to console
gamers for the first time, and wraps all of the content, features,
and updates we’ve released for Diablo III into one epic package,”
said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment.
“Whether you’re a veteran of the crusade against the forces of evil
on PC or are just stepping foot into Sanctuary for the first time,
there’s never been a better time to experience Diablo III from the
comfort of your couch.”
In Reaper of Souls, the five valiant heroes from Diablo
III—Barbarian, Demon Hunter, Monk, Witch Doctor, and Wizard—are
joined by a new champion: the Crusader. Clad head to toe in
fortified armor, the Crusader is an unstoppable force of righteous
destruction who channels the power of divine wrath to visit
retribution upon his demonic quarry.
Reaper of Souls adds a challenging new act to Diablo III in
which players will embark on a dark and perilous journey through
terrifying landscapes; explore the legendary city of Westmarch; and
slay countless minions, each hell-bent on bringing the players’
heroic quest to a grisly end. The adventure culminates in a
climactic confrontation with Malthael, the Angel of Death, whose
twisted designs spell ruin for the innocent people of
Sanctuary.
In addition to the Crusader hero and Act V, the Ultimate Evil
Edition includes a revamp of the game’s loot system, an expanded
Paragon progression system for max-level characters, and several
other improvements to the Diablo III game experience,
including:
- Adventure Mode: A new game mode that
gives players the freedom to go anywhere and slay anything
- Bounties: Randomized objectives that
reward players in new ways for exploring Sanctuary
- Nephalem Rifts: Fully randomized
dungeons offering endless replayability and heaps of loot
- Level Cap to 70: Formidable new spells
and abilities that take players to new heights of power
- The Mystic: A powerful new artisan who
provides heroes with loot-customization options
All of this new content comes with the Reaper of Souls -
Ultimate Evil Edition, which players can purchase beginning August
19 at a suggested retail price of $59.99 for the PS4™ computer
entertainment system or Xbox One, or $39.99 for the PS3™ or Xbox
360—check with your local retailer for availability.
Those who preorder their copy of Diablo III: Reaper of Souls -
Ultimate Evil Edition will also receive the exclusive Infernal
Pauldrons bonus in-game item. Wearable at level 1, these devilishly
sharp transmogrifiable shoulderplates provide Health, Life
regeneration, and Cooldown Reduction. The key for the Infernal
Pauldrons will be available in launch day copies of the Ultimate
Evil Edition (cannot be transferred across platforms).
In addition, players who fought the forces of evil in the
original PS3™ or Xbox 360 versions of Diablo III will be able to
continue their crusade against death. PS3™ characters from the
original game can be transferred to either the PS3™ or PS4™ version
of the Ultimate Evil Edition, and Xbox 360 characters can be
transferred to the Xbox 360 or Xbox One version.
For more information on Reaper of Souls - Ultimate Evil Edition,
visit the official Diablo III website. With multiple games in
development, Blizzard Entertainment has numerous positions
currently available—visit http://jobs.blizzard.com for more
information and to learn how to apply.
About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and
the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® franchises, Blizzard
Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision
Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of
entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s
most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track
record includes seventeen #1-selling games* and multiple Game of
the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net®,
is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active
players.
*Based on internal company records and reports from key
distribution partners.
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