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Check Out This AI-Upscaled “Remaster” of ‘Diablo II’ Gameplay Footage

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We’re still hoping for that long-rumoured Diablo II remaster from Blizzard, but one YouTuber has taken it upon themselves to do a bit of an experiment with the original version of the game, with the help of an AI upscaler.

YouTuber ReznoR has created an entire playlist of upscaled footage of Diablo II in 4K resolution and a framerate of 60fps. For you technical junkies, Reznor used a Deep Learning Neural Network AI [also known as Machine Learning (ML)] and Advanced Motion Interpolation to upscale, enhance and smooth the original footage, all the while maintaining the original aspect ratio.

On top of that, for those who remember Creative Labs’ Sound Blaster cards that enabled EAX Environmental Effects and 3D audio, ReznoR has managed to get those enabled for the videos, as well.

It’s probably not be what we’d get from Blizzard’s actual remaster (if that’s happening), but it still looks quite impressive to watch with the smooth animation. And if anything, it raises hope that the upcoming Diablo IV will go back and try to glean some of what made Diablo II so great in the first place.

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Stunlock Gives a Glimpse of New Content for ‘V Rising’ With Ruins of Mortium Gameplay Trailer [Watch]

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The full release of V Rising is coming up quick. And just in case the upcoming Castlevania crossover wasn’t enough, Stunlock has released a new gameplay trailer showing off the new Ruins of Mortium endgame zone for V Rising.

Once the heart of the powerful Vampire civilization, the Ruins of Mortium now lies in ruins, teeming with the cult-like remnants of Dracula’s forces. Players will encounter the Draculin, creatures tainted by Dracula’s influence, and face off against his Vampire Generals. The ultimate challenge awaits as players journey into the depths of Mortium to confront Dracula himself. While battling through his forces and disrupting dark rituals intent on reviving the ancient Vampire king, players will uncover ancient powers and prepare for the ultimate showdown against the tyrant himself.

Ruins of Mortium is just one piece of the new content for V Rising when it launches in full. Here’s a rundown of what to expect:

  • Explore a new deadly endgame zone: The Ruins of Mortium
  • Experience dynamic endgame events
  • Fight a new breed of foe and new V Blood bosses
  • New weapons, A new tier of equipment, and magic improvements
  • Improvements to castle building, decor, and storage
  • Native, smoothly implemented gamepad support
  • Game optimization and visual improvements

V Rising exits Early Access on Steam on May 8th, alongside the Legacy of Castlevania crossover. A PlayStation 5 version will also be released later this year.

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