Uploaded September 2012 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago

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Flux, Wolfpaq, and Xanth compare key features in Torchlight 2 to Diablo 3. The item system, character customization, and much more are handled very differently in TL2, with pros and cons. Also includes a D3 v1.0.5 patch preview.

0:00 -- Introductions, TL2 launch vs. v1.0.5 patch preview. Recent Dave Brevik Diablo creator coworker praise.
6:40 -- Torchlight 2 difficulty and basics. The horror of Elite/Hardcore mode.
12:00 -- TL2 deep character customization and permanence vs. Diablo III accessibility and freespecs. Pros and cons.
19:00 -- Skill points. In TL2 better customization. Could/should skill points be re-incorporated into Diablo III?
26:00 -- Items. The items system is the most common complaint about Diablo III. How is it handled in TL2? Why is it not good in Diablo III?
42:00 -- final thoughts on TL2 vs. Diablo III.
45:30 -- Diablo III v1.0.5 patch preview. Monster Power issues, Infernal Machine speculation,
50:10 -- class skill changes. demon hunter new build options.
58:00 -- Does Diablo III still need more incentives to play in parties?
60:00 -- final thoughts on Diablo III and the paragon system. When will v1.05 be released? Will we get PvP in Diablo III this year? Moo. Moo. Moo-ooo.

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