‘As Far as I’m Concerned, That’s a Step in the Right Direction’ — Path of Exile Dev Optimistic About Diablo 5
Chris Wilson, former co-founder of Path of Exile developer Grinding Gear Games who left in 2023, has expressed cautious optimism about Blizzard’s recently announced Diablo 5, scheduled for spring 2029 release. Following Diablo 5’s reveal at Blizzcon 2026, Wilson published a video analyzing the game’s announced features, including story direction, itemization systems, and monster level design. While his analysis included some critiques, Wilson appears tentatively positive about the project’s overall trajectory. The Path of Exile designer emphasized he wants Diablo 5 to succeed “for the sake of the genre,” indicating his broader investment in the health of the action RPG market. Wilson’s commentary carries particular significance given the competitive timing, with Path of Exile 2 launching in December 2026—just months before Diablo 5’s 2029 release—positioning both franchises as major players in the evolving ARPG landscape.