12-30-2005, 01:46 AM
Well, considering that Diablo and its affliates (but not sequels) constitute the best game ever made, if you are willing to spend $40 dollars on any new game out there, then why not on Diablo *shrug*. But, of course it shouldn't be necessary to use kali. I am not sure about the TOS, but I bet that even if you wanted Kali (I've recently invested simply to avoid jumping through hoops to get the free license), which is worth it, you could buy one license. You get a lifetime membership for $20, I am thinking they aren't too worried about it.
You will need to make sure you have your "network" configured properly. The first step is to make you you have IPX installed. IPX is a network protocol that is generally out of date, so it may not be installed by default. To install it, view your "Local Area Connection Status" box available through the control panel -> network settings. Choose properties and you will see a list of items with checkboxes. If you do not see "...IPX...", install it by choosing "Install...". In the new window, choose Protocol (other choices are Client and Service) and select IPX. Finish that up and now you will be ready to run Lan games through the game menu.
Also make sure that the two computers can see each other. You may look up some stuff from your ISP. Usually they have instructions about how to configure different types of networks for internet - you'll want to find one that talks about connecting multiple computers together, or whatever. Your router will also need to be configured correctly, so good luck on that! Generally, if you can share "Files and Printers" and see other computers or domains in network neighborhood, there should be no problems. Host an IPX game and the other computer should see the characters' name as the game name, and you'll be set.
@Taishi:
I would recommend Hellfire for nothing more than the fact that it's related to Diablo. I don't play it nearly as much as diablo, but it adds some fun things like three new character classes and some interesting affixes. Barbs can use two weapons at once (and their effects combine), the barbian just does ridiculous amounts of damage, and the monk can block with more than just a shield. You also get access to some more mods, including The Dark, which is virtually a whole new game in itself! Yes, there is plenty to keep you busy for a long, long time.
Diablo 1 characters won't transfer to Hellfire, but you can't play HF over b.net either. I just dont' play any of the original diablo characters in hellfire. It can be a kick in the shin if you find a great bow or shield but can't give it to your diablo characters, though.
You will need to make sure you have your "network" configured properly. The first step is to make you you have IPX installed. IPX is a network protocol that is generally out of date, so it may not be installed by default. To install it, view your "Local Area Connection Status" box available through the control panel -> network settings. Choose properties and you will see a list of items with checkboxes. If you do not see "...IPX...", install it by choosing "Install...". In the new window, choose Protocol (other choices are Client and Service) and select IPX. Finish that up and now you will be ready to run Lan games through the game menu.
Also make sure that the two computers can see each other. You may look up some stuff from your ISP. Usually they have instructions about how to configure different types of networks for internet - you'll want to find one that talks about connecting multiple computers together, or whatever. Your router will also need to be configured correctly, so good luck on that! Generally, if you can share "Files and Printers" and see other computers or domains in network neighborhood, there should be no problems. Host an IPX game and the other computer should see the characters' name as the game name, and you'll be set.
@Taishi:
I would recommend Hellfire for nothing more than the fact that it's related to Diablo. I don't play it nearly as much as diablo, but it adds some fun things like three new character classes and some interesting affixes. Barbs can use two weapons at once (and their effects combine), the barbian just does ridiculous amounts of damage, and the monk can block with more than just a shield. You also get access to some more mods, including The Dark, which is virtually a whole new game in itself! Yes, there is plenty to keep you busy for a long, long time.
Diablo 1 characters won't transfer to Hellfire, but you can't play HF over b.net either. I just dont' play any of the original diablo characters in hellfire. It can be a kick in the shin if you find a great bow or shield but can't give it to your diablo characters, though.