

This isn’t a knock against the game by any stretch, as the developers wear that as a badge of honor and wholly lean into it. Like most ARPGs of its kind, Superfuse is a game that owes its addictive gameplay loop and loot system to Diablo 2. Superfuse, which is currently only available on Steam, is in a very early access state. Have you ever wanted to play Diablo in space? Well that’s what you’ll get with Superfuse, sorta. Grim Dawn also has one final thing that a lot of APRGs just refuse to have. Expect to spend a lot of time swapping playstyles and even creating new characters to experience new ways to play with all the tools available at your disposal. One of the more satisfying parts of Grim Dawn are the sheer amounts of builds players can put together. For the endgame, players can look forward to modes like the Crucible or the Shattered Realm, which is an endless dungeon that gets progressively more difficult as you progress. Stat bonuses on gear earned while playing will take your character's power to newer heights. The deep character customization provided by Crate Entertainment makes for a satisfying journey to the level cap cap of 100.

And yes, it’s got scepter, swords, jewelry, and all sorts of manners that you can expect from ARPG itemization. In a world where Diablo 3 took a more colorful aesthetic or “cartoony” look, Grim Dawn brings out the grittiness of a post apocalyptic world in yet another game where humanity is in peril and you must use your powers to vanquish evil. Alright that’s not the only reason it’s on the list. That’s a nice change of pace, right? When all other APRGs are about wands, swords, and other various sorts of fantasy elements, Grim Dawn lets you shoot the undead in the brain. This is great when you’re feeling light in specific areas of your build or are just low on resources. The echo system in this game allows you to target farm specific gear pieces and materials you need by giving you a preview of what rewards you’ll obtain upon completion. This is somewhat similar to mapping in Path of Exile where you’ll see a web of maps that you load into slay monsters, complete simple objectives, and acquire loot.


Speaking of the endgame, Last Epoch has what they call Monoliths and Echos. Newcomers to the game can even use the various build guides that exist for the game as there is a dedicated playerbase who’ve done all the homework for you and can guide you through to the endgame. There’s nothing quite like rolling the exact stat you need that sends your build over the edge. Rest assured that as you’re playing, gathering new loot, and materials, this crafting system becomes the optimal avenue to how your power grows in the game. Last Epoch sets itself apart from the others with its weapon crafting and focus on endgame dungeons.Ĭrafting in Last Epoch at first can be a bit off-putting as you face the inevitable disappointment of rendering a piece of gear worthless due to a roll of the dice. Whereas Path of Exile prides itself on the complexity of its systems, Last Epoch aims to ensure players are informed on its own less-complex designs to keep you in-game and slaying monsters. While Last Epoch is still currently in an early access beta, it fits itself nicely right in between Path of Exile and Diablo 2. Through Leagues, players will be able to engage in the newest content added to the game. Leagues in POE are essential to the longevity of player engagement, as these, similar to Diablo games, start your character(s) from nothing. If you truly get deeper into the endgame, you will be enticed to open your wallet to expand your game’s stash.įrom endgame zones called maps to heist missions, and to an endless dungeon that gets progressively harder as you delve deeper, You will surely run out of steam before you complete everything this game has to offer.Īnd, if you’re a seasoned ARPG player, Leagues will entice you to do it all over again. You won’t find a single pay-for-power avenue in the game. Don’t fear the free-to-play model, though, Path of Exile’s monetization system is purely cosmetic on every level. takes APRGs to another level with massive passive skill trees, tons of Unique gear, ever-evolving skills to utilize through skill gems, loads of content, and an endgame designed to keep you playing, and playing. Grinding Gear Games clearly set out to entice the Diablo 2 diehards with Path of Exile but aims for more complex and robust skill, itemization, and endgame systems. If Diablo 2 Resurrected has become stale for you, it might be time to check Path of Exile out.
