I'm not sure why there is so many negative reviews for this game.... I've loved playing the game back in the arcades back in 2004-2005 era. Heck... In general, I love all Samurai Showdown MVS games. I also own this game on my Neo-Geo Mini console.. I was iffy on purchasing this for my PC -- just to have on hand. I was shocked how well this port plays on my my PC. I've experienced smooth frame rate with zero lag in full screen mode on 720p TV. All the gameplay is here! The gore and character tension - including sacrifice round moves (back, forward, down joystick motion and start button). This port plays better than the Neo-Geo mini variant on a standard 720p screen at full screen. This pc port is more vibrant too. Only drawback is that this is a very basic MVS rom port of Samurai Showdown V Special. Not much room for customization. You're trapped with default controls for keyboard and x360 controls. No language configuration. One universal full screen resolution. However, on the Neo-Geo Mini there are more options you can tinker with. If anyone is curious what the difference of the ports, GOG's edition is edited from the actual MVS roms while the Neo-Geo Mini version is from the AES roms. Overall: For the low price, this is a great MVS port. Plays better than the Neo-Geo Mini variant (from my own experience). Fluid gameplay -- you will find yourself joy-tapping your controls. This port is a much more affordable option than alterative options --I.e. buying a NeoGeo Mini or hunting down a MVS unit that still works and the actual rom-cart for Samurai Showdown Special V which can easily max out a few credit cards. Negatives: Options are very limited. Button config not available. x360 controls unchangeable. No multiple language option. One universal full screen res.
I've been waiting for decades for this game to receive a minor facelift. My old original Diablo CD rom from the 90's stop working several years ago. I am happy that this new release of Diablo 1 contains the vintage battle net client and original graphics. Diablo 1 is still my favorite out of the current trilogy. Diablo 1 is simple and challenging. Players patiently work and build their characters as they slowly explore the depths of the underworld. Simple game logic as players start in town (at top) and work to the bottom to defeat Diablo. No confusing acts to follow as in the other Diablo games. Teens and pc gamers from the 90's will not regret purchasing this gem. It is nice to see a older generation playing on vintage battle net reliving excitement of Diablo 1. I highly recommend Diablo 1 to any vintage gamer.
