Solving Launching Problems with Diablo 1

Written by WowCarry

With the recent release of the original Diablo and its Hellfire expansion on the Battle.net store, players have been flocking back to the dark and twisted world of Sanctuary. This small town called Tristram, with its foreboding cathedral hiding unimaginable horrors beneath, has once again become a hub of activity. However, some players have encountered frustrating issues while trying to get Diablo to work. From DirectX errors to color problems and general graphics issues, it seems like the Lord of Hell himself is doing everything in his power to maintain his grip on Sanctuary. But fear not, adventurers! There is a quick and easy fix that doesn't require any extra downloads.

Original Diablo Available on Battle.net Shop

If you've just installed Diablo and find yourself greeted with a DirectX error upon your first login, don't panic. The error message might mention using the Diablo CD-ROM to resolve the issue, but let's face it, not many players have access to that anymore. And hunting down an old DirectX 3.0 installer file is just unnecessary hassle.

Instead, there's a simple workaround that has proven to be effective. The key is to bypass the Battle.net launcher and launch Diablo directly from a desktop shortcut. By doing this, you can avoid all the pesky DirectX errors without the need for any additional downloads.

For now, it is recommended that players continue using the desktop shortcut instead of the Battle.net launcher. Playing Diablo through the launcher can lead to other problems, such as the graphics issues depicted below.

Choosing Your Class in Diablo 1

Now that you know how to successfully log into Sanctuary, the next question is - what class are you going to play in Diablo 1? Will you channel the powers of the mighty Barbarian, wielding brute strength to crush your enemies? Or perhaps you prefer the elegance and finesse of the Rogue, with her deadly precision and mastery of ranged weaponry? Maybe you're more inclined towards the arcane arts, ready to unleash devastating spells as the powerful Sorcerer. The choice is yours, and it will greatly influence your journey through the treacherous depths of Diablo's world.

Here are some highlights of each class:

• Barbarian

• Unmatched strength and endurance make the Barbarian a formidable warrior
• Fearlessly charge into battle, cleaving through hordes of demons
• Exceptionally skilled with melee weapons and capable of wearing heavy armor

• Rogue

• A master of agility and ranged combat, the Rogue excels at hit-and-run tactics
• Deadly accuracy with bows and the ability to lay devastating traps
• Skilled in evasion, making her difficult to hit in combat

• Sorcerer

• Wields devastating spells and harnesses the forces of magic
• Ability to cast destructive elemental attacks and summon powerful allies
• Relies on intelligence and mana to unleash devastating magical onslaughts

Conclusion

Getting Diablo to work smoothly doesn't have to be a nightmare. By bypassing the Battle.net launcher and launching the game directly from a desktop shortcut, players can avoid troublesome DirectX errors and other graphics issues. With the original Diablo now available on the Battle.net store, it's the perfect time to dive back into the dark and thrilling world of Sanctuary. Choose your class wisely, gather your courage, and prepare for an epic adventure that will test your skills to the limit. Good luck, heroes!