The values differ greatly in earlier versions of the game. To simplify the calculations, it’s assumed that on each level/act there is only one monster of every kind that is possible to meet on this level. Join the full discussion at the - The Unofficial Diablo Forums. For example, if you’re level 55 you should play on Nightmare, Act4 (not considering Average Base Experience). This Diablo 2 level up guide shows in which area/difficulty level characters of every level will gain the maximum experience, Check out the full article.

In the 2nd (White) Row – Average base experience of a monster on this level/act.

In Cells – Average amount of experience you get from monster killed on this level/act.

What level should you be to gain maximum experience in a given area? Here’s the basic progression. All decisions are easier to make when you’re informed about the game mechanics. If you never obtain the Halls of Pain Waypoint then the portal to Nihlathaks Temple will always be open in Harrogath which takes you right to Pindleskin. Pindleskin is one of the most well known farming locations in all of Diablo 2 because of how easy it is to reach and complete.

Hell: Act Five (optional) The best four bosses to level / magic find off of are: 1. Pindleskin (Act 5) Farming Guide - Diablo 2. You’ll also want to factor in item find potential, ease of access, fun factor, and more. This Guide is a part of our series about Magic Find in Diablo 2. This is not an iron-clad strategy guide if you can kill much more quickly in an area that earns you 88% than you can in an area worth 100%, then obviously you’ll do better in the 88% area.

This Level Up guide shows in which area/difficulty level characters of every level will gain the maximum experience, in v1.10 Diablo II: Lord of Destruction.

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