Diablo 4 fans, especially those who favor even-numbered seasons, rejoice! Season 4 is fast approaching, and here’s what you need to know:
About Diablo 4
For those new to the world of Sanctuary, Diablo 4 is an online-only action RPG offering dungeon-crawling adventures developed by Blizzard Entertainment. Released in 2023, it’s the latest installment in the popular Diablo series. The core gameplay revolves around acquiring powerful gear and battling increasingly challenging enemies. Players choose from five character classes – Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Rogue, or Sorcerer – and utilize their unique skills to conquer quests and challenges.
Diablo 4 Season 4 Release Date
Mark your calendars! Diablo 4 Season 4 kicks off on April 16th, following the same pattern as previous seasons with a seamless transition from the previous one. Here’s a breakdown of the launch time in various time zones:
- 10:00 AM PDT
- 1:00 PM EDT
- 6:00 PM BST
- 8:00 PM CEST
- 5:00 AM AEDT
Get a Sneak Peek with the PTR
Before the official launch, players can test the upcoming features and changes through the Public Test Realm (PTR) accessible via Battle.net. This season PTR kicks off on April 2nd and runs until April 9th.
What’s on the Season 4 Menu?
While the thematic content remains shrouded in mystery, the true star of Season 4 is the system overhaul. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits:
Loot Less, Loot Better
One of the biggest gripes with Diablo 4 has been the sheer volume of loot drops with questionable usefulness. Season 4 addresses this head-on by reducing the number of drops while significantly increasing the power of each item. This means less time sifting through junk and more time enjoying the good stuff.
Affix Farewell, But Not Forgotten
The update also streamlines the affix system. Expect a smaller pool of affixes, with a focus on those offering more potent abilities. To further personalize your gear, Tempering Manuals will allow you to apply specific affixes to items, opening up new build possibilities.
Endgame Gets Even Bigger
For those pushing the endgame, Season 4 introduces Greater Affixes for high-level items. These immensely powerful modifiers will give players something to chase and perfect their builds. Additionally, the Masterworking system allows for further refinement of existing affixes, offering significant stat boosts at key milestones.
Codex of Power Gets an Upgrade
The Codex of Power, a system for improving character abilities, is finally getting some love. Previously, the Codex only allowed for minimal upgrades. Now, salvaging items with higher quality aspects will permanently improve your Codex, making it a valuable tool throughout your journey.
With a focus on loot quality, character customization, and endgame improvements, Season 4 of Diablo 4 looks set to be a significant update for the game. Stay tuned for more details as we approach the PTR launch date on April 2nd.
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