Well, I didnt play this mod past a1 normal by myself
This mod is playable via D2SE, here is link with mod plugin. (i did dl from site one with d2+hu lol, which is 2gb. nn that)
1.6c MODPLUGINHU was always multiplayer based mod, so soloing attempts might be painful, but once again, my knowledge of this mod is pretty poor. YEARS AGO i remember modder bothered to make SP version, but that was really long time ago and im not sure if there is SP edition for 1.6c
Mod has realm, two hosters. Both are located in canada, so its prety sucky for us. I personally had 280-300 ping on them, which is bad obviously, but couldve been much worse. When you move items in inventory it doesnt feel that terrible.
Cant comment balance part that much for obvious reasons, but last time i tried it (full a1 normal) it felt ultra boring, worse than clod. But this is really subjective. But in general it looks like it still has its small fanbase, documentation and realm, which is kinda rare for nowadays mods. Its definetly worth trying, looks like people did put alot of work into it.
Id try it out again tbh, but I still cant use my left hand, server ping is sad too and im kinda lazy to look for party right now. Especially if you consider MXL and ROS resets coming this week.