Diablo 3 - Mike Morhaime Open Letter

[RPGWatch]

Blizzard President Mike Morhaime has posted an open letter to the Diablo III community, explaining some of the challenges they have faced and their future plans. It's a lengthy post, so here's a sample:

You've seen some of that work already in patch 1.0.3, and you'll see additional improvements with patch 1.0.4. On the game balance front, this update will contain changes designed to further deliver on the team's goal of promoting "build diversity," with buffs to many rarely used, underpowered class abilities. Another topic we've seen actively discussed is the fact that better, more distinct Legendary items are needed. We agree. Patch 1.0.4 will also include new and improved Legendary items that are more interesting, more powerful, and more epic in ways you probably won't be expecting.

We're also working on a number of interface updates, including social improvements that will allow players to more easily view their friends' achievements, more quickly join games, and more efficiently communicate with each other. In addition, we'll be making updates to the auction house in the future to provide players with better information through tooltips and notices, offer improved search functionality, and more.