Diablo 3 CGI Trailer

By Matthew Bennett, Associate Editor
Posted on October 23, 2011 AT 08:45am

THE BUZZ: Blizzard has released a new CGI trailer for the PC version of Diablo 3 that makes amazing use of the company’s in-house engine. The new clip focuses on set-up with Deckard Cain’s young niece facing off against Azmodan, who promises to unleash his minions upon Sanctuary.

The full description accompanying the trailer:

“As Deckard Cain’s niece, Leah, struggles to make sense of her uncle’s mysterious and disturbing notations, she bears witness to a dark vision. Azmodan, Lord of Sin, towers over the fragile young woman, swearing his armies of the burning Hells shall pour forth into Sanctuary, ravishing the world and all hope of resistance.”

The game, which continues in the same universe of previous Diablo entries, is due to hit PCs in early 2012.

EGM’s TAKE: If this trailer is any indication, the next chapter of the Diablo franchise looks great, and should have fans of the series salivating for more.

What do you think of the trailer? Leave your thoughts below.

Matthew Bennett finally got his big break with EGM three years ago, following years of volunteer work for various sites. An ability to go many hours without sleep and a quick wit make him ideal for his role as associate editor at EGMNOW.com. He often thinks back to the days when the very idea of this career seemed like nothing but an impossible dream. Follow him on Twitter @mattyjb89. Meet the rest of the crew.