MacroBioBoi’s video focuses on debunking a tooltip bug in Diablo 4 that affects the Corpse Explosion and Bone Storm abilities. Despite the tooltip indicating that these abilities don’t scale with Shadow damage, MacroBioBoi demonstrates through in-game testing that they do indeed scale properly. In addition to addressing the specific bug, MacroBioBoi also emphasizes the importance of conducting thorough testing when analyzing video game mechanics.
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Key Takeaways:
- The tooltip bug in Diablo 4 falsely claims that Corpse Explosion and Bone Storm abilities don’t scale with Shadow damage.
- MacroBioBoi’s in-game testing proves that both abilities do indeed scale properly with Shadow damage.
- Thorough testing is essential when analyzing video game mechanics, as tooltips can be misleading or inaccurate.
The Corpse Explosion Ability:
MacroBioBoi begins by explaining the mechanics of the Corpse Explosion ability. He demonstrates how adding the Blighted modifier transforms the ability into a Darkness skill that deals Shadow damage over time. Despite the tooltip not reflecting the increased damage, MacroBioBoi’s testing confirms that the ability scales properly with Shadow damage.
The Bone Storm Ability:
MacroBioBoi then moves on to the Bone Storm ability and discusses its unique mechanics. He highlights that Bone Storm is not a traditional damage over time ability but instead deals multiple instances of damage over a set period. By adding Shadow damage and Darkness skill damage modifiers, MacroBioBoi shows that the ability scales appropriately, resulting in increased damage.
The Importance of Thorough Testing:
Throughout the video, MacroBioBoi emphasizes the significance of conducting thorough testing when analyzing video game mechanics. He cautions against solely relying on tooltips, as they can be misleading or inaccurate. MacroBioBoi encourages players to test different combinations of damage modifiers and multipliers to ensure accurate results. By doing so, players can discover bugs, balance issues, and hidden mechanics that may not be immediately apparent.
