Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Expansion Available Now
The Lord of Hatred expansion launches with the new Paladin and Warlock classes, the Skovos region, and a major endgame overhaul including the Horadric Cube.
Key Changes
- 1New Paladin and Warlock classes added to the roster
- 2New Skovos region and Mephisto-focused campaign
- 3Major Skill Tree reworks and level cap increase for all 8 classes
- 4Introduction of the Horadric Cube crafting and transmutation system
- 5New Talisman item type for unlocking set bonuses
- 6Overhauled endgame featuring War Plans and Echoing Hatred horde mode
- 7New Fishing activity added to Sanctuary
- 8New Loot Filter system for better item management
- 9Inclusion of the Vessel of Hatred expansion (Spiritborn class and Nahantu region)
- 101 extra Stash Tab and 2 new Character Slots
All Changes
🛡️Classes(3)
- newPaladin: New Paladin class added, utilizing hammer and shield to channel Holy Light and divine power.
- newWarlock: New Warlock class added, capable of binding demons and conjuring hellfire.
- newSpiritborn: Spiritborn class included via the bundled Vessel of Hatred expansion.
🗺️New Regions & Campaign(3)
- newCampaign: New campaign added featuring the final stand against the Prime Evil Mephisto.
- newSkovos: New Skovos region added, featuring volcanic, forest, and sunken biomes.
- newNahantu: Nahantu region included via the bundled Vessel of Hatred expansion.
⚙️Gameplay Systems(5)
- changeSkill Tree: Major Skill Tree reworks implemented for all 8 classes.
- newSkill Tree: New bonus skill variants added for every class.
- buffLevel Cap: Character level cap increased for all classes.
- newLoot Filter: New Loot Filter system added to ease the discovery of desired items.
- newMercenaries: Mercenary system included via the bundled Vessel of Hatred expansion.
💎Items & Crafting(2)
- newHoradric Cube: Iconic Horadric Cube added for item transmutation and deeper crafting.
- newTalisman: New Talisman item type added to unlock powerful set bonuses.
💀Endgame(3)
- newWar Plans: New War Plans system allows players to create custom endgame progression with modifiers.
- newEchoing Hatred: New Echoing Hatred mode added, featuring unending demonic hordes.
- newFishing: New Fishing activity added to the waterways of Sanctuary.
📦Quality of Life(3)
- newStash Tab: 1 extra Stash Tab added to the inventory.
- newCharacter Slots: 2 new Character Slots added.
- newCosmetics: New expansion-themed cosmetics added.
Summary
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred introduces a massive amount of content, continuing the story with a new campaign focused on the Prime Evil Mephisto. Players can now master two additional classes—the Paladin and the Warlock—while exploring the ancient, diverse biomes of the Skovos region.
New Classes & Campaign
The expansion adds the Paladin, a holy warrior wielding hammers and shields, and the Warlock, a master of hellfire and demon binding. The story concludes the fight against Mephisto across the new region of Skovos, which includes volcanic lands, dense forests, and sunken temples.
System & Itemization Overhaul
All eight classes receive major Skill Tree reworks and new skill variants. The level cap has been increased, and a new Loot Filter has been added to streamline gear progression. Itemization is further deepened with the return of the Horadric Cube for transmutation and the introduction of the Talisman for set bonuses.
Endgame & Activities
The endgame has been completely overhauled with 'War Plans,' allowing players to customize their progression with specific modifiers. A new horde-based mode, 'Echoing Hatred,' tests player builds against unending demons. For a change of pace, players can now engage in Fishing across Sanctuary's waterways.
Included Content
Lord of Hatred includes the previous Vessel of Hatred expansion, granting immediate access to the Spiritborn class, the Nahantu region, and the Mercenary system. Additionally, players receive extra stash space and character slots.