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'The Train Isn't Stopping' — Diablo 4 Director Promises the Game Will Still Receive Support Well After Diablo 5 Launches
Diablo 4 director Brent Gibson has assured players that the game will continue to receive support even after the announcement of Diablo 5. This statement aims to alleviate concerns about the longevity of Diablo 4's active player base and content updates.
Diablo IV will keep adding seasons even after Diablo V launches – as long as players keep showing up
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo IV will continue to receive seasonal content updates as long as the player community remains active, similar to Diablo II and Diablo III. Game director Brent Gibson stated that this approach offers narrative freedom and that player engagement will determine the longevity of seasonal content.
Diablo IV ska fortsätta att få säsonger även efter Diablo V-släppet
Blizzard Entertainment plans to continue supporting Diablo IV with seasons as long as players remain engaged, even after the release of Diablo V. While no further expansions are planned for Diablo IV beyond Lord of Hatred, the game will not be abandoned. Director Brent Gibson stated that seasons will continue to roll out, similar to Diablo II and Diablo III, potentially shifting to a rotation of past seasonal content.
Diablo 4 seasons will continue after Diablo 5 launches "similar" to Diablo 2 and 3, Blizzard confirms
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 4 will continue to receive seasonal updates even after the launch of Diablo 5. Game director Brent Gibson stated that seasons will be supported as long as the community remains engaged, drawing parallels to the ongoing support for Diablo 2 and Diablo 3. This approach suggests Diablo 4's seasonal content will shift to a maintenance mode with rotating themes once Diablo 5 becomes the primary focus.
Diablo 4 game director says ‘it’s about damn time’ it came to Nintendo Switch 2 — and the ‘concessions we had to make are barely noticeable’
Diablo 4 game director Brent Gibson expressed enthusiasm for the game's release on the Nintendo Switch 2, stating it was 'about damn time.' Despite initial concerns about the feasibility of porting the game, Gibson praised the development team's efforts, noting that the concessions made for performance are 'barely noticeable' and the game runs fluidly.
Diablo 4 game director confirms 'the end is not nigh' despite Diablo 5's announcement and says players shouldn't worry, as 'we're going to be making content for a long time' — 'The train is not stopping'
Diablo 4 game director Brent Gibson has assured players that the game will continue to receive content support for a long time, despite the announcement of Diablo 5. He emphasized that the Diablo franchise is a universe, not just a series of games, and that the 'train is not stopping.'
Diablo 4 game director says it's 'liberating' to be done with expansions as Blizzard can continue the narrative through seasons instead — 'We completed the story, but the butterfly effect can take us anywhere'
Diablo 4 game director Brent Gibson stated that the team finds it 'liberating' to focus on continuing the game's narrative through seasons rather than expansions. Blizzard confirmed that Diablo 4 will not receive further expansions, with the story now progressing through seasonal content until the eventual launch of Diablo 5. This shift allows for more creative freedom in storytelling.
A StarCraft open-world shooter that's "Deadwood in space", Diablo 5, and a new classic-ish World of Warcraft branch out this year make up Blizzard of reveals
Blizzard Entertainment revealed several upcoming titles at BlizzCon, including a StarCraft open-world shooter set for 2030, Diablo 5 in 2029, and World of Warcraft: Forever, a new branch of the MMO launching November 4th. The StarCraft game, led by former Far Cry producer Dan Hay, is described as "Deadwood in space," while Diablo 5's announcement aims to gather early fan feedback. Support for Diablo 4 will continue, but no further expansions are planned.
Blizzard confirms no more Diablo 4 expansions from now until Diablo 5's release
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 4 will not receive any further expansions before the release of Diablo 5, which is anticipated around 2029. Instead, the studio will focus on seasonal content for Diablo 4 to continue its narrative. Game director Brent Gibson stated that the story of Hatred has concluded, and the team is now focused on the story of Terror, with continuity being a key goal for future seasons.
Diablo 4 Won’t Get Any More Expansions Before Diablo 5’s 2029 Release
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 4 will not receive further expansions before the anticipated 2029 release of Diablo 5. Game director Brent Gibson stated the team is focusing on seasonal content for Diablo 4 and development for Diablo 5, aiming to conclude the 'Story of Hatred' with the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion. The company plans to support Diablo 4 with seasonal updates for a long time, even after Diablo 5 launches.
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: Lord of Hatred is the game's final expansion as Blizzard focuses on "getting to Diablo 5"
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred will be the final expansion for the game, as the company shifts its focus to Diablo 5, slated for release in 2029. Game director Brent Gibson stated that the team is now concentrating on Diablo 4 seasons and the development of the sequel, which will be set 100 years after Diablo 4.
No more Diablo 4 expansions are planned, but there's 'a lot of room' for more storytelling in the leadup…
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 5 is planned for a 2029 release, set a century after Diablo 4. While no further expansions are planned for Diablo 4, the studio will continue to support the game with seasons and focus on telling the 'Story of Terror' leading into Diablo 5. Game director Brent Gibson stated that Diablo 4 will be supported for a long time, drawing parallels to the continued support for Diablo 2: Resurrected.
The Amazon is the next Diablo 4 class, and she's bringing her javelins with her
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that the Amazon class, originally from Diablo 2, will be coming to Diablo 4 in the first half of 2027, accompanied by her signature javelin weapon. This announcement follows the recent release of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred. Additionally, a special anniversary event, Diablo 4: Season of Hell's Legacy, will launch on September 15th, featuring the Prime Evils and rewards inspired by the series' history.
