In an unusual twist of events, Diablo IV has become one of our most-played games of the year this year. A series we’ve never played before and actually struggled to engage with initially, has become a borderline daily obsession.
The thing about Sanctuary and Diablo IV is that it’s always being updated. As of 19th November, Blizzard pushed out their latest update, complete with winter-themed content and bug fixes across the board.
Boost Your Eternal Character
Return to the Eternal realm with renewed vigor. Starting November 19th, use the limited-time Welcome Back Booster to catapult one (or even two with the Vessel of Hatred expansion!) Eternal character to level 50. Receive powerful builds, Legendary items, a completed Skill Tree, unlocked Altars of Lilith, and a wealth of gold and resources. Head to the tavern in Kyovashad and interact with the Fated Reliquary to claim your boost!
Diablo IV: Better Than Ever
Sanctuary has undergone a transformation! If you haven’t ventured into the fray since the Season of the Construct, now is the perfect time to return. Faster progression, improved leveling, challenging endgame bosses (Andariel, Duriel, and Varshan!), revamped Helltide events, and a plethora of quality-of-life changes await. Plus, the Vessel of Hatred expansion introduced the Spiritborn class, a new zone, and exciting endgame challenges.
The Red-Cloaked Horror Returns
Brace yourselves! From November 19th to December 3rd, the Red-Cloaked Horror emerges from the shadows to terrorize Sanctuary. Confront this chilling foe in Helltide, Infernal Hordes, and dungeons for a chance to earn valuable rewards, including the improved Gileon’s Brew.
This bugger absolutely ruined me when I was just reaching for those last couple of levels to 60 on my Necromancer! I need to go back and see if he’ll come again so I can return the favour.
Don’t forget to visit the resurrected Midwinter Square in Kyovashad for a special one-time gift!
Wield the Power of the Spiritborn
Curious about the agile Spiritborn class? From November 19th to December 2nd, experience this fearsome warrior firsthand with a free trial! Explore their unique abilities and fluid combat style up to level 25. If you decide to purchase the Vessel of Hatred expansion, your trial progress seamlessly carries over.
Bask in Mother’s Blessing
Lilith’s benevolence shines upon Sanctuary! From November 19th to 26th, all players will enjoy increased experience and gold gains across both Seasonal and Eternal Realms. Make the most of this blessing to conquer the Battle Pass, level up your characters, and complete your Season Journey.
Don’t miss out on these thrilling events and updates! Gather your allies, sharpen your blades, and prepare for a new chapter in your Diablo IV journey. See you in Sanctuary, wanderer!
Patch Notes 2.0.5 – A Glimpse into the Changes
Balance Updates
This update brings a wave of balance changes to classes, skills, and items. Here are some highlights:
- Runes: Ritual and Invocation Runes receive adjustments for improved gameplay flow and power.
- Mercenaries: Raheir, Varyana, Subo, and Aldkin receive buffs to various skills and passives, enhancing their combat effectiveness.
- Spiritborn: Skills like Withering Fist, Toxic Skin, and Soar receive damage increases and functionality improvements. Legendary Aspects and Unique Items also see adjustments.
- Base Game Classes: Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Rogue, and Sorcerer all receive significant balance changes to skills, passives, Legendary Aspects, Unique Items, and Paragon boards.
Bug Fixes
A host of bugs have been squashed to ensure a smoother and more enjoyable Sanctuary experience:
- Dark Citadel, Kurast Undercity, and Mercenaries: Various fixes address issues with quests, UI elements, and gameplay mechanics.
- Runes & Spiritborn: Fixes address specific issues related to rune effects and Spiritborn abilities.
- Quests & Events: Progression blockers and reward issues in various quests and events have been resolved.
- Strongholds & Miscellaneous: Fixes address issues in strongholds, item usage, and interactive elements within the world.
- Base Game: Fixes target gameplay issues, enemy behaviors, and loot quality.
- Accessibility, Party Finder, and UI: Improvements have been made to accessibility features, Party Finder functionality, and various UI elements.
Full patch notes with detailed information on all changes can be found on the official Diablo IV website.