Blizzard’s Diablo IV has just dropped a new update, and with it comes an exciting collaboration with the legendary manga series Berserk. The deal brings a fresh wave of in-game items, including character outfits, a new mount, and a pet. However, the real question on everyone’s mind is: what’s the total cost of getting it all?
The Berserk bundle deal isn’t a single package; instead, it’s broken down into six separate bundles, each priced individually. Four of these bundles are character outfits featuring iconic characters Gus and Griffith. The other two bundles introduce a new mount called Throw the Warhorse priced at 2,800 Platinum and a pet named The Schnoz available for 2,500 Platinum. To get all six bundles, players need to shell out a total of 16,500 Platinum.
The Price Tag
Let’s break down the numbers. The character outfits are each priced at 2,800 Platinum, which costs $24.99. So, for all four outfits, you’re looking at around $100. Add the mount and pet to the mix, and the total Platinum required jumps to 16,500. However, there’s a catch – you can’t buy exactly 16,500 Platinum. The closest package available is 18,500 Platinum, priced at $149.99. This means you’ll end up with 2,000 Platinum left over, which can be used for future purchases.
Backlash from the Community
The Diablo IV community has been vocal about their disappointment with the pricing strategy. On Reddit, players are comparing Blizzard’s approach to that of Call of Duty, where collaboration bundles are priced higher than some AAA games. The concern is that Blizzard might be following a similar path, prioritizing revenue over player satisfaction. Some are questioning whether this steep price tag is justified.
The source of this information comes from a Reddit user named HilltopHood, who crunched the numbers and shared their findings with the community. According to Push Square, the backlash has been significant, with many players feeling that the price is too high for the content provided.