Diablo 4 has a surplus of treasure that fills the screen, but players are growing increasingly frustrated with the absence of a loot filter. Despite coming up with clever ways to save inventory space, the fundamental issue remains unresolved. Without gem bags and with steep enchanting costs, characters are forced to collect various worthless items just to make some extra money. This necessitates frequent trips to Town, which can be inconvenient due to suboptimal vendor layouts.
While the Towns in Diablo 4 are undeniably impressive, Lut Gholein stood out for its strategic placement of important NPCs around the Waypoint and Stash. In contrast, Towns like Kyovashad have NPCs scattered far apart. Although Towns contribute to the tediousness of looting in a hack-and-slash game, they are not solely responsible for the community's frustration. The issue does not lie in the sorting function or the absence of a search bar for Legendary Aspects. Instead, players believe that addressing the loot filter should be the top priority.
In the Diablo 4 subreddit, a player named KinGGaiA shared a screenshot of their cluttered screen and requested that Blizzard add a loot filter. This request comes as no surprise, as players have been asking for this feature since the first open beta event in March. The screenshot highlights the issue with gems in Diablo 4: they take up valuable inventory space, drop frequently, and do not have auto pickup. While gems will be converted into a crafting resource in Season 2, the problem of the loot filter still remains unresolved.
Despite the challenges with itemization and inventory management in Diablo 4, the community has praised the dye system and cosmetic outfits. Unlike previous games, Diablo 4 allows players to personalize their Barbarians and Necromancers to an unprecedented degree. Additionally, the game automatically sends all cosmetic skins to the Personal Storage if players forget to collect them during their adventures, showcasing convenient and thoughtful solutions to loot-related problems.
Diablo 4 is currently being supported by Blizzard Entertainment with the development of two expansions. This demonstrates the company's commitment to the game and its desire to ensure its long-term success. With its record-breaking performance, Diablo 4 has garnered a substantial following of passionate fans who are eager to see the game reach its fullest potential. While it may take some time, the community believes that Diablo 4 is headed in the right direction. The game is accessible on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S platforms.