Anticipation Builds for Diablo 4’s Latest Expansions
Following the June launch of the much-anticipated Diablo 4, players are diving into the dark world of Sanctuary. The game’s thematic approach pays homage to its earlier predecessors, Diablo and Diablo II, distancing itself from the vibrant tones of the third sequel. However, the latest buzz suggests that we might be in for some familiar old-world magic in the upcoming DLC.
Blizzard, needing a dose of positive press amid some recent fan grievances related to the Overwatch 2 Diablo 4 skins’ pricing, might have something thrilling up its sleeve. As the dust settles on the recent Microsoft-ABK deal, gamers hope that with Diablo 4’s inclusion on Game Pass, the financial sting of Battle Passes and DLCs will lessen. But what do we know about this awaited DLC?
“Provided the Diablo 4 servers aren’t down, the game offers players many hours of fun, especially when played in co-op.”
Sleuthing Through the Diablo 4 DLC Updates
Recent findings suggest that the new expansion will bear the title ‘Lords of Hatred’. This name popped up during an internal test for the 2.0 version of Diablo 4 by Blizzard. Wccftech reported on the alpha build that contained this speculated DLC content.
Unfortunately for Blizzard, the alpha version, hosted on their private Community Developer Network (CDN), was compromised. This lead to some revealing data mining.
YouTuber YbuBaKa provided insights, though a translation from Russian to English is required to decipher the details. A ResetEra forum user, Stratkt, further detailed the findings. Here are the exciting tidbits:
“New class – ‘Spiritborn’ incorporating elements of nature, wings, and soaring.” “New region – ‘Kurast’, the famed city from Diablo II.” “Additions of a Mercenary system, Raids, and Runestones.” “‘Travincal’ from Diablo II also makes an appearance in the data files.”
Fans of the series, especially those with fond memories of Diablo II, would undoubtedly be thrilled if these revelations hold. The return of iconic locations and characters from the second game, often touted as the pinnacle of the series, would be a significant treat.
Predictions on Diablo 4 DLC Release
Given the buzz and the hints dropped, speculations are rife about the DLC’s launch. An educated guess would be to anticipate an announcement during BlizzCon, Blizzard’s renowned annual convention, scheduled for the 3rd and 4th of November. The fact that Blizzard is internally testing the said version further fuels the notion of an imminent DLC drop.
“Coupled with the internal version being tested by Blizzard, all signs point to a DLC release being imminent.”
As the shadows of Sanctuary beckon and the lore of Diablo deepens, we will keep our ears to the ground, ensuring that you remain updated on every twist and turn in this diabolic tale. Stay tuned, adventurers, for the dark world of Diablo promises more mysteries to unravel!
