Diablo 4 Finally Gets Cheap Microtransactions, But Players Aren't Impressed

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Diablo 4 recently received new cosmetic bundles as part of the launch of Season 9, and while they are much cheaper than the usual skins and cosmetics offered in the in-game shop for Blizzard's ARPG, players don't seem too impressed with the value.Each class has received a new cosmetic bundle labeled in the in-game shop as an "Essentials Pack." These cosmetic packs contain six skins for that specific class for only 500 Platinum, which roughly equates to $5. That makes these class bundles some of the most affordable microtransactions offered in Diablo 4 to date, as most of the game's cosmetic bundles (like its limited-time Berserk cosmetics) often cost $25 or more.New store deal: 6 skins for 500 Plat byu/No_Client2742 indiablo4Players on places like Reddit, however, aren't too impressed at the value of six skins for $5, as the outfits look mundane when compared to Diablo 4's pricier cosmetics. Some on the Diablo 4 subreddit point out that the skins look to be modified or reskinned versions of armor that already exists in-game for free, though some sets come with a unique helmet or other changes. One player in the comments points out that they already own some pieces of these bundles despite having never bought any cosmetics, instead having acquired them through playing the game and dismantling items to acquire the transmog. For those who have already acquired some of the cosmetics in the bundles just by playing the game, the bundle price decreases slightly.With the skins looking so similar to that of transmog options already present in Diablo 4, some players are wondering why they weren't simply included for free, while others think $5 is a fair asking price. Others, however, think $5 is far too steep for slightly altered items they may already own.It's not the first time players have criticized Diablo 4's microtransactions. More recently, players have taken issue with Diablo 4's revamped Reliquary battle pass system, which grants fewer rewards and less premium currency than before. Since the Reliquary system's debut as part of Season 8, players have discovered the battle pass is even worse than originally thought, as previous issues have compounded with poor UX design, pricey bundles, and confusing wording.Blizzard said it has heard the negative feedback regarding the Reliquary system and will be looking to make changes in the future, but those changes didn't come in time for Season 9. In a comment on Reddit earlier this year, Diablo director of social and content marketing Adam Fletcher said the goal of the Reliquary system is to add cosmetics for all players, not just those who pay more money, and that Blizzard will look to bring "better options and value" when it comes to cosmetics tied to crossover events.Diablo 4 Season 9, which brought permanent changes to Nightmare dungeons and lets players craft their own Horadric spells, launched July 1 and is slated to end on September 23. Old-school Diablo fans may also have something to look forward to, as Blizzard seems to be teasing new Diablo 2 content might be on the way.