Torchlight 3 removes this and it takes away some complexity with character builds. Torchlight 2 had attribute points to allocate towards the usual, vitality, strength, etc. However, Echtra Games dumbed the progression down slightly. Each one of these ruins can be used in really interesting ways to synergize with your class’ skills. I chose Coldheart, granting me a slew of ice-related abilities that helped me slow down the enemies so I could keep my distance and volley arrows towards them. When choosing your character, you can choose 1 of 5 runes that are skill trees with some really unique options. One thing about the level progression that I really enjoyed was the rune system. Let’s take the Sharpshooter for example you have ammo that is used with any ranged skill. The Sharpshooter (my choice for this review) is a hunter class that can wield all sorts of ranged weapons.Įach class has its own ‘mana bar’.

The Duskmage uses the power of light and dark magic to disintegrate their foes. The Forged is your typical melee-focused tank with a gun attached to his chest. The Railmaster is a damage focused melee class but the twist here is that his pet is a train. You start by picking 1 of 4 classes, all of which are some form of an arch-type. Similar to other giants in the genre, Torchlight 3 is presented in an isometric, attacking and moving with your mouse and using the number keys to unleash your skills on the unfortunate enemies around you. For people interested in the lore of Torchlight, there is a fair bit of dialogue when given quests and you can find audio logs that conveniently play as you travel around the world. The intro lasts a mere 5 minutes before you can hack and slash your way through endless waves of enemies.

Hardcore Mode – put your skills to the ultimate test in permadeath where one wrong move will have you starting over from scratch.For me, ARPGs are at their best when the story, dialogue, and cutscenes are kept to a minimum and this game does just that.

Build Up Your Fort – you get your very own fort that you can customize with a variety of functional and decorative structures.

Unlock new pets by freeing them from cages guarded by powerful bosses.

Pet System – explore Novastraia with one of three pet types at your side.

Tailor-fit your character to your preferred playstyle with hundreds of gear, two skill trees, and Relic powers.

Unique Classes – choose from four playable classes based on typical RPG roles with a unique twist.

Explore The Frontier – travel through a dangerous yet colorful world with unique zones and inhabited by all manner of aggressive creatures.Chill out in your very own fort that you can spruce up with a variety of decorative and functional structures such as crafting equipment, pet cages, and more. Unlock more pets by defeating powerful bosses and choose the one that benefits your chosen build. Travel the world with an adorable pet by your side that not only help distract and attack enemies but also grant a variety of buffs.

Two skill trees and the Relic skill system will also help you customize your build to fit your preferred playing style. Equip your characters with hundreds of unique weapons and gear that can be used regardless of your chosen class. Take on swarms of aggressive enemies, elite mobs, and challenging bosses with varying attack styles, patterns, and modifiers. Each class features unique gameplay elements that help them stand out from the typical RPG classes. Choose from four playable classes: Sharpshooter, Dusk Mage, Forged, and Railmaster. The Netherim have returned to Novastraia a hundred years after the events of Torchlight 2 and it’s up to you and your fellow heroes to stop the demonic invaders and their allies from laying waste to the Ember Empire in Torchlight 3.

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