Project Diablo 2

Game files are downloaded directly from Blizzard servers, but P2P network seems to not work.
Install Diablo 2 & Diablo 2: LOD
Accept EULA
Enter valid key
OK installation destination directory default C:\Program File (x86)\Diablo II
Click Back and Exit installer
Install patch ( LODPatch_114d.exe)
Click OK to install patch
Game will automatically launch. You can close the game normally. If you are encountering a black screen use ALT+F4 or tap ESC several times to close the game.
Install .net6 (click Install then once Installation was successful click Close)
Added environment variables to resolve an issue recognizing .net6 is installed. (July 10, 2025)
Install PD2Launcher.exe to location default C:\Program Files (x86)\Diablo II\ProjectD2
When asked to visit site select Yes if you don't already have a Project Diablo 2 account. If you accidentally select No and need to register: https://www.projectdiablo2.com/register

If the screen was black then disable DXVK from the game's runner configuration

Click Play on Project Diablo 2 in Lutris to open the PD2Launcher. When opening for the first time you may be prompted with Update dialog. Click OK on each Update dialog that appears until you reach the Project Diablo 2 menu with the button that switches from "Updating..." to "Play".

Clicking "Play" inside the PD2Launcher should open the modded version of the game.

If clicking the button changes it to "Updating" then "Play" without opening the game try closing the Launcher, change the Wine runner in the Lutris settings and try again.

Once the game opens, you may need to use ALT+TAB to change focus so you can minimize the PD2 launcher since it may stay over the top of the game.

More PD2 Details available on the Wiki: https://wiki.projectdiablo2.com/wiki/Main_Page