Legend of Mana Classic Co-op
PlayStation · RPG / Action
Diablo
Certified classic Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 (originally 1996) |
| Genre | RPG, Action |
| Developer | Climax Group |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts / Blizzard Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Diablo |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Diablo is a role-playing game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Climax Group and published by Electronic Arts / Blizzard Entertainment. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1996. It blends RPG and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 131 PS1 RPGs in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
It is part of the Diablo series. Climax Group also made SpongeBob SquarePants: SuperSponge, Warcraft II: The Dark Saga and Superbike 2000 for the PS1.
Diablo supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Diablo is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Diablo walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Diablo.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Diablo FAQ
When did Diablo come out on the PS1?
Diablo was released for the PlayStation in 1998; the original game dates back to 1996.
Who made Diablo?
It was developed by Climax Group and published by Electronic Arts / Blizzard Entertainment.
Is Diablo multiplayer?
Yes. Diablo supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Diablo take to play?
As a role-playing game, Diablo typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Diablo on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.