Stuck at Checking Versions in Diablo II (2000)

If Diablo II (2000) does not progress past "Checking Versions", follow the steps below to troubleshoot the issue.

1. Troubleshoot compatibility settings for Diablo II.
2. Download and run the latest patch here to update Diablo II.
3. Configure your security software to allow our game to run
4. Uninstall and reinstall the game
5. If all of the above fails, try updating or creating a new Windows account to resolve permission issues with your operating system (Windows 10 and 11 only)

If the issue persists, you may have a temporary restriction.

Tried everything here?

If the previous troubleshooting steps didn't resolve the problem, you can ask the Blizzard player community for help on the tech support forums (if available) or other community gaming sites. Local computer or network technicians may also be able to help if you've exhausted all other resources..