Get ready to embark on a journey through the dark, demonic world of Sanctuary! Diablo IV, the fourth main installment in the hit Diablo series, is coming soon and promises to be the most intense and thrilling game yet.
With a release date of June 6, 2023, Diablo IV combines the classic, loot-focused character-building and procedurally generated dungeons that fans love, with new and exciting features like an open world and PvP interactions.
Choose from 5 playable classes, each with their own unique abilities, including the Barbarian, Sorceress, Druid, Rogue, and Necromancer, and prepare to face off against the once banished Lilith, who has returned to wreak havoc. Are you ready to embrace the darkness?
Diablo IV Gameplay
With a new and improved formula, players will have the chance to progress through the game’s story and quests using a wide range of character class skills that can be customized with powerful equipment and talent trees.
Dive into the Depths of Sanctuary
Take on the denizens of Sanctuary, a dark and demonic world teeming with danger, as you fight your way through increasingly difficult enemies in pursuit of the ultimate prize: stronger and more powerful gear. With each victory, you’ll grow in strength and unlock new abilities, becoming an unstoppable force on the battlefield.
Choose Your Path, Customize Your Playstyle
With five playable classes to choose from, each with their own unique abilities and strengths, you’ll be able to tailor your playstyle to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer the raw power of the Barbarian, the spellcasting prowess of the Sorceress, the shape-shifting abilities of the Druid, the stealthy strikes of the Rogue, or the dark arts of the Necromancer, you’ll find a class that suits your playstyle.
Empower Your Gear, Enhance Your Skills
Equip yourself with powerful weapons and gear, and unleash the full potential of your character with the help of runes and runewords. Whether you prefer to boost your offensive power, increase your defensive capabilities, or alter the duration of beneficial and negative effects, you’ll find the perfect combination to suit your playstyle. And with trading and crafting available in the game, you’ll have access to a wealth of resources to enhance your gear and further customize your playstyle.
Join the Fight, Battle for Glory
With Diablo IV, you’ll have the chance to join forces with players from around the world and battle for glory in a shared online world. Take on fearsome foes, explore treacherous dungeons, and conquer the demonic forces of Sanctuary in a never-ending quest for power and glory. So what are you waiting for? The battle for Sanctuary awaits!
Meet the Classes of Diablo IV
From the bone-crunching strength of the Barbarian to the dark magic mastery of the Necromancer, each class offers its own unique playstyle.
- Barbarian: A fan-favorite from Diablo II and III, the Barbarian brings raw power and the ability to switch weapons mid-battle.
- Sorceress: With her elemental magic, the Sorceress returns from Diablo I and II to unleash devastating fire, cold, and lightning spells.
- Druid: Shape-shift into human, werewolf, or werebear forms, and control the forces of earth and storm with the Druid class from Diablo II.
- Rogue: With lightning-fast movements, the Rogue from Diablo I alternates between bladed melee and ranged combat with a bow.
- Necromancer: Harness the power of death with the Necromancer class, back from Diablo II and III, and summon the undead to do your bidding.
Customize Your Character: Choose Your Look, Your Skills
In Diablo IV, your character’s appearance is not tied to a specific class, allowing for complete customization. Choose a character portrait, skin color, and even customize your mount’s appearance. Take your character’s abilities to the next level with flexible skill trees, allowing for personalized playstyle choices. Get ready to take on the forces of evil in Diablo IV!
The Plot
Diablo IV takes place in the world of Sanctuary, the setting for the entire Diablo series. The game picks up after the events of Diablo III: Reaper of Souls, and is set in the aftermath of the conflict between angels and demons. The main antagonist of the game, Lilith, daughter of Mephisto, has been summoned by cultists in Sanctuary. With the forces of angels and demons depleted, Lilith sees an opportunity to establish her power in the realm.
Lilith and the angel Inarius created Sanctuary as a refuge for those seeking to escape the eternal conflict between the High Heavens and the Burning Hells. The protagonist of the game falls under the Nephalem race, a unique combination of angel and demon, but the inhabitants of Sanctuary feared their power would draw unwanted attention and sought to destroy them. To protect her children, Lilith destroyed those who opposed her, causing Inarius to banish her to the void.
What We Know About the Open World
In Diablo IV, you’ll explore five distinct regions each with its own unique dangers: Scosglen, a forested coastal area haunted by druids and werewolves; Fractured Peaks, a snowy mountainous region filled with deep caves; Dry Steppes, a harsh desert where even the inhabitants have turned to cannibalism; Hawezar, a swampy region home to witches; and Kehjistan, a war-ravaged wasteland full of ruins.
But that’s not all – you’ll also journey into the fiery depths of Hell itself! The game world is an open-world with no loading screens, so you can travel freely between regions and dungeons. Plus, each region can be completed in any order you choose, with enemies scaled to your level and a non-linear story that changes based on your progress.
For those seeking a challenge, there’s Hardcore mode, where death is permanent. And while you’re exploring the world, you might even encounter other players. In some areas, you can join forces to defeat bosses or engage in PVP battles. The player population in each area will vary, from bustling settlements to desolate wilderness zones.
According to former game director Luis Barriga, “We want players to feel like they’re in a medieval city.” With all assets in standard 3D and terrain with elevation, this game promises to deliver an immersive and interactive experience like never before. Get ready to delve into the dark and dangerous world of Diablo IV!
