How does the legendary gem system in Diablo Immortal make the game completely pay-to-win
Diablo Immortal is a free-to-play game released by Blizzard on mobiles and PCs. The latest addition to the Diablo universe is a relatively new direction that the publisher has taken.
Developed by NetEase games, the game does inherit some of the most well-known mechanics from previous games. When it comes to legendary gems, Diablo 3 players will be well aware of what they do and how important they are. Sadly, obtaining one in Immortal is quite different, and it inherently makes the game pay to win.
Like all games, gears are perhaps the most important element in Diablo Immortal. The endgame is concerned with empowering these gears as much as possible. While the gears have their rarities, the gems that sit on them make them even more potent.
Legendary gems have a significant advantage over others, and the problem starts there. The way these gems can be obtained puts free-to-play players at a significant disadvantage. Moreover, players might have to spend a fortune due to the in-built game mechanics.
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When players start playing Diablo Immortal, they will progress quite quickly. After that, they will gradually hit an XP wall which will slow down growth. However, the game remains free-to-play, and players can be misled about what's to come.
Once the campaign is over, the sole objective of the players will be to strengthen their gears. This allows them to better manage their endgame content and farm more rewards. The legendary gems fit into the armor pieces and add many benefits.
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The legendary gems range from 1 star to 5 stars. The greater the number of stars, the better the legendary gem is in Diablo Immortal. These gems are available via crests, and there are two types - rare and
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