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Diablo 5 is Blizzard's darkest ARPG yet, and that's the best way to honor the game that changed my life 30…
Blizzard announced Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, slated for a 2029 release. The game aims to be the darkest entry in the series, returning to the horror roots of the original Diablo to honor its 30th anniversary. Senior game director Joe Shely stated that the game's premise involves Sanctuary being destroyed and Diablo winning, with few survivors enslaved or turned into demonic followers.
Diablo 4's anniversary event brings back the game's most iconic location, and boy that music is sending me
Diablo 4's anniversary event brings back the iconic village of Tristram from the original Diablo, featuring faithful recreations of its layout, characters, and music. The event also includes Uber Tristram, a challenging zone from Diablo 2: Lord of Destruction, offering the Hellfire Torch reward. Blizzard is leveraging nostalgia to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary, with future seasons focusing on storytelling to set up Diablo 5.
Diablo 4's most nostalgic new secret is about to make all your builds stronger
A hidden questline has been discovered in Diablo 4 that references classic elements from Diablo 2 and Diablo 3, including Wirt and Deckard Cain. Players can collect Prime Evil Splinters, craft Wirt's Lucky Coins, and find Deckard Cain's Journals to access a portal to the Echo of Tristram. Defeating Diablo, Baal, and Mephisto there rewards players with powerful loot, including the Hellfire Torch charm which significantly boosts all stats and resistances.
Not So Massively: Reacting to the Not So Massively news of BlizzCon 2026
BlizzCon 2026 featured surprising announcements for several Blizzard titles, including a new hero for Heroes of the Storm and a significant expansion for Warcraft III: Reforged titled The Forsaken Kingdom. The event also revealed Diablo V, signaling a move away from Diablo IV, and a new StarCraft shooter, though details were scarce. Overwatch received a new hero and reworks, while Hearthstone announced a new expansion.
Diablo 4 devs "know many of you are waiting for Solo Self-Found to return" in Season 15 after a glitch killed…
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that the Solo Self-Found mode for Diablo 4 will return, though an exact date has not yet been provided. The feature was temporarily removed in Season 15 due to an unspecified bug, despite being a highly anticipated addition by the community.
Lira Diablo IV helt gratis på Steam fram till 21 september
Blizzard Entertainment is offering a free trial of Diablo IV on Steam until September 21, allowing players to experience the base game up to level 30. This promotion coincides with the launch of the new 'Season of Hell's Legacy,' which features classic Diablo villains and locations.
Nintendo Download – September 17, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its European download list for the week of September 17, 2026. The list includes new retail and digital releases for the Nintendo Switch, featuring titles such as Destroy All Humans 2 – Reprobed, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, and Diablo 4.
Blizzard wants Diablo 5 to have "the best campaign ever," and it's "taking what was great" in…
Blizzard Entertainment aims for Diablo 5 to feature the "best campaign ever," building upon the storytelling and cinematic elements of Diablo 4. Executive producer Matt Zitterman stated that the team is focused on elevating the narrative experience, taking lessons learned from the previous installment to create an even more compelling story for the upcoming sequel.
Blizzard Boss On Why Diablo Is Becoming A TV Show And How Involved The Studio Will Be
Blizzard Entertainment announced a partnership with Netflix for an animated Diablo TV show, aiming to engage fans who may not have time for the games. President Johanna Faries stated the studio will be "very involved" in the adaptation, which is part of an effort to meet fans where they are through new storytelling forms. While details on the show are scarce, this follows Blizzard's previous Hollywood venture with the 2016 Warcraft movie.
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.
Login errors delay Diablo 4's big new Season of Hell's Legacy anniversary update
The launch of Diablo 4's Season of Hell's Legacy was significantly delayed due to widespread login errors, impacting players across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles, as well as the new Nintendo Switch release. Blizzard Entertainment acknowledged the issues and worked to resolve them, with the season eventually going live over six hours late, though some features were temporarily disabled.
Experiencing BlizzCon 2026 and the returns of Starcraft, Diablo, and Warcraft
Blizzard Entertainment celebrated the return of BlizzCon with numerous announcements, including World of Warcraft: Forever, a new Starcraft open-world shooter, Diablo 5, and updates for Warcraft 3 and Overwatch. The event also highlighted the company's integration as a Microsoft subsidiary and celebrated anniversaries for Overwatch and Diablo.
Diablo 4 season 15 is officially live following server issues and delay
Diablo 4's Season of Hell's Legacy has officially launched after a brief delay attributed to server issues. The season celebrates the Diablo series' 30th anniversary with a nostalgic questline and iconic boss fights, though Solo Self Found mode is temporarily disabled. Blizzard confirmed that while Diablo 4 will not receive further expansions due to the development of Diablo 5, seasonal updates will continue.
Diablo 5 senior game director says 'the continued passion' is the reason Diablo 2: Resurrected exists and has allowed Blizzard to look at it for modern inspiration — 'Because it exists today alongside Diablo 4, we can look at it through today's lens'
Diablo 5's senior game director, Joe Shely, stated that the success and continued passion for Diablo 2: Resurrected has allowed Blizzard to draw modern inspiration from it for the upcoming sequel. The team can now look at Diablo 2's elements through a contemporary lens, utilizing its itemization and recent features as a guide for Diablo 5's development.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 579: BlizzCon breakdown
The Massively OP Podcast episode 579 breaks down the major announcements from BlizzCon, including World of Warcraft Forever, Wrath Remix, a StarCraft project, Diablo V, and a Warcraft III expansion. The hosts also briefly touch on news from The Lord of the Rings Online, Final Fantasy XIV, and Skate.
Diablo 4 player discovers secret Diablo 2 easter egg in its new throwback season and now everyone is wondering what else…
A Diablo 4 player has discovered a secret Diablo 2 easter egg within the game's new 'Season of Hell's Legacy', which celebrates the series' 30th anniversary. The player found that specific runes and a low-quality chestpiece could be combined in the Horadric Cube to craft the 'Stealth' unique item from Diablo 2, a feature not officially announced by Blizzard Entertainment.
Diablo Discussion w/Devs: Diablo V, Season of Hell’s Legacy, and The Amazon | Official XBOX Podcast
Developers from Blizzard Entertainment discuss major Diablo announcements at BlizzCon, including Diablo V, Season 15 of Diablo IV, and the upcoming Amazon class. The team highlights the game's evolution, player reception, and the creative process behind new content and future installments.
Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection now available on Nintendo eShop
The Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection is now available on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. A physical edition is also available, though it disappointingly contains only a code in the box.
Diablo V will have multiplayer, but it sounds like the devs haven’t tied down how it works yet
Diablo V will feature multiplayer, allowing players to experience all content with friends, similar to Diablo IV. However, specific details about how multiplayer will function are still being finalized by the development team and are expected to be revealed closer to the game's 2029 release. The game is set in an apocalyptic Sanctuary with procedurally generated maps.
Diablo 5 Doubles Down On The Darkness, But Hope Still Has A Place In Sanctuary
Diablo 5 will feature a significantly darker and more post-apocalyptic setting than previous entries, with Diablo having already conquered Sanctuary. The game will explore humanity's fall through layered storytelling and visual cues, while still offering a glimmer of hope as players, as the heir to Westmarch, lead survivors to reclaim the land. Blizzard aims to blend the grim atmosphere with themes of survival and eventual victory.
