Whoever is managing the balance of the game, either the devs or if they have a specific 'balance team'. Season 1 is dead on arrival because this patch really said “Fixed an issue where players were having fun so we took out all the fun” Clearly they don’t play their own game so we shouldn’t either. The game was already in a bad state but blizzard really decided to say f it and make the game even worst with the latest patch. Here are a few excerpts from Diablo 4 reviewers Many reviewers also expressed disappointment with what they see as a disconnect between the developers' actions and their communications with the player base. Discontent with Developer Decisions: There is a general sentiment of disillusionment towards Blizzard, with players feeling that the company has prioritized player retention and microtransaction (such as selling cosmetics) over delivering an engaging and fun gaming experience.Furthermore, several players indicated that the game had become less enjoyable and more tedious after the update, particularly about the Nightmare Dungeons.

The perceived imbalance between different character classes and over-complicating itemization are cited as factors that detract from the overall experience.

Unsatisfactory Game Balance and Design: Many users complained about the lack of build diversity, issues with endgame content, and the overall gameplay design.

Some players, who had invested significant time and effort into their characters before the patch, felt their hard work was undermined. This change has made it harder and more time-consuming to reach desired character-build potentials and levels and effectively limited the 'fun' aspect of the game. Significant Game Nerfs: Many players have expressed dissatisfaction with what they perceive as excessive 'nerfing' (weakening) of various game aspects, including character abilities, gear, and progression speed.Based on Metacritic user reviews following the Diablo 4 Season 1 update, it's safe to say that the dramatic turnaround from one of the most iconic franchises in gaming history is now mired in controversy and bearing the brunt of generally unfavorable reviews for these reasons:

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