Diablo 2 Resurrected is finally getting a Ladder and players can’t wait

Diablo 2 Resurrected’s Ladder system will finally be implemented in 2022, and for fans, it’s the breath of fresh air the game needed.

An integral part of any Diablo game is thecompetitive Ladder, which sees players make a new character every season and duke it out for the top spot on the leaderboard.

Diablo 2 Resurrected barbarian in front of original ladder screen

Blizzard’s decision to launch Diablo 2 Resurrectedwithout the iconic systemwas a major disappointment to OG fans, most of whom were looking to start the grind as soon as the game was released.

Finally, the upcomingpatch 2.4will add the fan-favorite competitive circuit back into the game, and heroes across Sanctuary are praising the High Heavens.

diablo 2 resurrected ladder menu screen with sorceress

Diablo 2 Resurrected fans finally get their Ladder

Set to drop “early next year,” Blizzard isn’t just giving players the Ladder; they’re giving them a whole selection of new Ladder-specificRunewordsas well.

Having waited since launch for these systems to finally be implemented, the devilish title’s dedicated community have been quick to pat Blizzard on the back for their decision on theRedditpost announcing 2.4.

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“This is incredible. It really gives me hope,” writes one elated fan. “They acknowledged ‘hey, this game is great, but it’s old, and a new coat of paint isn’t enough to cut it, let’s make it better.'”

“Fking HYPED!” echoes another. “Hopefully this all leads to more diversity in builds, itemization, and Merc options! Please don’t fk this up Blizzard.”

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“I know a large part of the community wanted something like this, but I don’t thinkanyoneexpected it to actually happen,” comments a third, while a final comment notes that they are “excited to see if they can give some of these Runes more purpose in the game.”

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As D2R fans finally get the chance to flex their competitive muscles and tear the hordes asunder, we can’t wait to experience the game’s all-new Ladder and Runewords. Until then, though, we’ll be grinding our way throughDiablo 3 Season 25to try and snag ourselves someSoul Shards!