Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred
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Diablo 4 Season 15 just sneakily brought back Diablo 2 Runeword crafting
Diablo 4 Season 15 has brought back the classic Diablo 2 Runeword crafting system, allowing players to create unique items using the Horadric Cube. This feature, previously altered in Diablo 4's first expansion, now closely mirrors its Diablo 2 predecessor, with players discovering recipes for iconic items like 'Enigma' and 'Call to Arms'. This surprise addition celebrates Blizzard's 30th anniversary and suggests continued support for Diablo 4.
Diablo 4’s Expansion Days Are Over
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 4 will not receive further expansions, with the company shifting its focus to the newly revealed Diablo 5, slated for Spring 2029. While Diablo 4 will continue to receive seasonal content, director Brent Gibson confirmed that the 'story of Hatred' has concluded with the Lord of Hatred expansion, and the team is now looking towards Diablo 5. Diablo 4's upcoming Season 15, Hell's Legacy, will begin September 15.
Diablo 4's new season brings back Deckard Cain and all three Prime Evils as the game arrives on Switch 2
Diablo 4's upcoming Season of Hell's Legacy, launching September 15th, will celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary and mark the game's debut on the Nintendo Switch 2. The season features the return of Deckard Cain and the Prime Evils Diablo, Baal, and Mephisto, alongside new Legacy Uniques and challenges. Diablo 4, including its expansions, will be available on Nintendo Switch 2 on the same day.
Diablo 5 Launches in Spring 2029 and It’s Set in a World Where the Lord of Terror Has Won
Diablo 5 is slated for a Spring 2029 release, featuring a dark narrative where the Lord of Terror has triumphed, leaving Sanctuary in ruins. Blizzard Entertainment revealed that players will explore a fallen world, making difficult sacrifices to gain powers. Meanwhile, Diablo 4 continues to receive updates, including the Age of Hatred Collection on September 15th for Nintendo Switch, adding the Amazon class and Javelin weapon in 2027.
Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection coming to Switch 2 on 16th September for $69.99
Activision Blizzard has announced that the Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection, which includes the Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred DLC, will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 16th for $69.99. The game will be available both physically and digitally.
Leaker claims Nintendo Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 will finally arrive two days after BlizzCon and include two…
A leaker claims that Diablo 4, along with its expansions Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred, will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 15. This rumored 'Age of Hatred Collection' would include a code in the box for the physical edition and is expected to cost $69.99. The release date follows BlizzCon 2026, with pre-orders potentially starting during the event.
Billbil-kun: Diablo IV Age of Hatred Collection releasing on Switch 2 this September
According to leaker Billbil-kun, the Diablo IV Age of Hatred Collection, featuring the expansions Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred, is slated for a September release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Activision Blizzard has not yet officially announced the collection.
Long-awaited Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 reportedly releases days after BlizzCon, and includes both game expansions
A rumored Nintendo Switch version of Diablo 4, reportedly called the 'Age of Hatred Collection,' is said to include both the Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred expansions and is slated for release on September 15. This date follows Blizzard's BlizzCon event, which takes place September 12-13. The report also mentions Diablo 4's availability on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Diablo 4 reportedly comes to Switch 2 next month, but will be a $69.99 code-in-box release
Diablo 4 is reportedly launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 in September as a code-in-box release for $69.99. While the exact contents of the Switch 2 version are unknown, it is priced similarly to a bundle that includes the base game and upcoming DLC. Blizzard previously expressed interest in bringing Diablo 4 to the platform, acknowledging challenges with live services on Switch.
Choirs in Hell: The making of Diablo 4's iconic soundtrack
Blizzard composers Ted Reedy and Leo Kaliski discuss the evolution of Diablo 4's soundtrack, from its ambient origins to the more defined scores for expansions like Lord of Hatred. They detail how musical motifs from the original Diablo are woven into the new score and how technology is used to create dynamic, ever-changing soundscapes for players during long gameplay sessions.
New Diablo 4 patch notes stamp out 'infinite goblin' War Plans exploit
Blizzard Entertainment has released a new patch for Diablo 4 addressing various quest progression issues and exploits, including one that allowed for infinite loot goblin spawns using War Plans. The update also fixes a method to repeatedly summon the Amalgam of Rage boss and resolves several other player-favoring exploits. The patch, version 3.0.3, also includes corrections for Obols drops and quest blockers, with some changes specifically related to the upcoming Vessel of Hatred expansion.
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Review — A Game Made Whole at Last — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred expansion provides a satisfying conclusion to the base game's narrative and a robust endgame experience, making it the best version of the game to date. The Warlock class and new systems like Warplans and Talismans significantly enhance gameplay. While the campaign is strong, some activities feel stretched, and the mandatory online connection can lead to frustrating lag spikes on platforms like the PlayStation 5.
Is Diablo IV Worth Playing in 2026? — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Diablo IV is considered worth playing in 2026, especially with its expansions, due to significant improvements in endgame content and build variety. The game now offers a complete narrative with the Lord of Hatred expansion and features numerous endgame activities like The Pit, Helltides, and Nightmare Dungeons, alongside new progression systems such as Talismans and the Horadric Cube.
If you're part of the 92% of Diablo 4 players who haven't completed Lord of Hatred: lock in
Despite Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion being a paid DLC, only 8.1% of players on Steam have completed its campaign. The author argues that players should finish the campaign to conclude the Mephisto saga, experience strong narrative and visual storytelling, and see more of Lilith's character development.
After three years of dead ends and cheeky developer comments, Diablo 4 players have finally found the cow level
After a three-year search, Diablo 4 players have discovered the game's secret cow level, a long-standing tradition in the Diablo series. The discovery involves a multi-step quest requiring items from the base game and the upcoming Vessel of Hatred expansion, culminating in access to a hidden island with enemy bovines and the Cow King boss.
PSA: Diablo IV is hella cheap – $15 – right now through the Humble Bundle sub
Diablo IV is currently available for $15 through a Humble Bundle subscription, marking its lowest price to date. This offer includes the base game but not the upcoming Vessel of Hatred expansion. The bundle also features other titles like Crysis 3 Remastered and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance.
Diablo IV Lord of Hatred campaign review — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred campaign is a satisfying conclusion that significantly improves upon the weaker Vessel of Hatred expansion. It effectively revisits the lore and characters, delivering a compelling narrative with strong twists and emotional investment. While the base game had pacing issues in its second half, Lord of Hatred provides a much-needed payoff, showcasing Blizzard's strength in cinematics and world-building.
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Review – Hateful Things
Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred expansion, while featuring improvements and new classes like the Paladin and Warlock, ultimately fails to fully resonate due to pacing issues and a disappointing endgame loop. The story focuses on confronting Mephisto, but the campaign is hampered by excessive dialogue, and new activities like fishing and War Plans feel like superficial additions rather than meaningful content.
"Lord of Hatred is the best Diablo 4 has ever been," Blizzard says
Blizzard Entertainment developers Zaven Haroutunian and Colin Finer believe Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred represents the game at its finest, calling it the ultimate expression of the action RPG. While the expansion refines endgame systems like War Plans and adds customization through Talismans and the Horadric Cube, it aims to elevate the experience to rival competitors and conclude the Mephisto saga.
How to start the Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred campaign
This guide explains how to start the Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred campaign, noting that players can jump in immediately with a new or existing character without completing prior content. The expansion introduces the Skovos Isles and the prophesized battle against the Lord of Hatred.
