Key Information for Vessel of Hatred’s Upcoming Release

The Grand River Gates of Nahantu Await in Diablo IV’s New Expansion

The grand River Gates of Nahantu are waiting for you, as a tortured Neyrelle drifts further within its depths. This tormented soul faces the seemingly endless scheming of the Prime Evil Mephisto, who is trapped within the Soulstone. In this new chapter, become the Spiritborn and cleanse the jungle of Hatred’s minions with this all-new ferocious class.

A new era of Diablo IV is almost upon us, wanderer. Following the events of the main campaign, the new chapter will thrust you back into the heat of battle. Your mission: track down the lost Neyrelle while the people of Nahantu struggle against demons fueled by hatred spreading through their sacred land. Here’s everything you need to know about the Vessel of Hatred expansion, launching on October 7 at 4 p.m. PDT.

Last Chance for Pre-Purchase Rewards

As the light fades over the plains of the Teganze, the opportunity to secure coveted items draws near. Your final chance to receive these pre-purchase bonuses is now.

This is your last chance to claim the following pre-purchase bonus items by securing the Vessel of Hatred Ultimate Edition:

• Alkor, Snow Leopard Pet (Pre-Purchase Bonus)
• Mother’s Lament Legendary Gem for Diablo Immortal (Pre-Purchase Bonus)
• One Month of Game Pass Ultimate (Xbox and Battle.net pre-purchases only)

  For full details on Vessel of Hatred pre-purchase, visit the official Diablo website.

  Launch and Pre-Load Schedule
  

  The followers of Akarat have eagerly awaited your return, wanderer. Vessel of Hatred and the upcoming season will go live on October 7, at 4 p.m. PDT. You can view the global release map on the official Diablo IV blog.

  Pre-Load Vessel of Hatred Before Launch
  

  Prepare your weapons, as the reign of Hatred is nearly here. Pre-download is available early on Battle.net, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms:

• Battle.net: September 30, at 4 p.m. PDT
• Console (Xbox and PlayStation): October 5, at 4 p.m. PDT

  Steam users can download the update when Vessel of Hatred goes live on October 7, at 4 p.m. PDT.

  Play the Vessel of Hatred Campaign
  

  To start the Vessel of Hatred campaign, you need to have purchased the Vessel of Hatred expansion. Create a new character on either the Eternal or Seasonal Realm. You can choose to skip the campaign if you want your new character to go straight to the Vessel of Hatred campaign.

  For those new to Diablo IV, it’s recommended to start by completing the base game campaign for the full experience. However, if you’re eager to jump into the expansion content, you need to complete the prologue for the main campaign on one character to unlock the option to skip the main campaign on a newly created character.

  Vessel of Hatred Contents and Base Game Updates
  

  Vessel of Hatred introduces major updates that will be available to all Diablo IV players, including changes to leveling, difficulty tiers, the Paragon System, and more. Here’s a breakdown of the new content:

  New Base Game Content—Available to All Players
  

• New Max Level: 60
• New Difficulties System
• New Paragon Max Level: 300
• Paragon System Changes
• Item Quality Rework
• Two New Character Slots
• New Class Skills and Passives for each Class
• New Party Finder Feature
• New Seasonal Content
• New Season Rewards (Season Journey, Battle Pass, Reputation Board)
  

  Vessel of Hatred Expansion—Available to Vessel of Hatred Owners
  

• Nahantu Region—including Dungeons, Strongholds, Side Quests, new Legion Events, and Nahantu Monster Families
• Spiritborn Class
• Vessel of Hatred Campaign
• Nahantu Region Renown
• Runewords
• Dark Citadel
• Mercenaries
• Kurast Undercity
• Trading for Vessel of Hatred-specific Resources

  Visit the official Diablo blog for full details on progression and Paragon System changes, the new Spiritborn Class, and information on Mercenaries, the Dark Citadel, and Kurast Undercity.

  Glorious New Rewards Await
  

  The forsaken lands of Nahantu hold tantalizing splendor amidst the ruins and flora. Upon logging into Diablo IV, claim three new items from the in-game shop to celebrate the Vessel of Hatred launch.

  For those who conquer the challenging halls of the Dark Citadel, glorious prizes await. From October 8 to November 8, completing the Dark Citadel will earn you the Reins of the Longfur Beast, a formidable Cat mount, along with a weekly reward cache.

  Use the new Party Finder to assemble a group of like-minded players to tackle the Dark Citadel together.

  Twitch Drops
  

  From October 8 to November 5, watch Diablo IV streamers on Twitch as they battle through the jungles of Nahantu. Earn new Twitch Drops each week for Cosmetic items like Weapon skins, re-colors, and Back Slot items. Gift or purchase two Twitch Subscriptions to a streamer within the Diablo IV directory to earn the Ghost of the Conquered Mount, and four subs will get you the Glory of the Victor Mount Armor.

  For full details on the Vessel of Hatred Twitch Drops, visit the official Diablo IV blog.

  Community and Player Support
  

  We are committed to providing a seamless Vessel of Hatred launch. If you encounter any issues during pre-load or launch, please reach out through the Diablo IV Forums, Blizzard CS Twitter account, or the Player Support Portal.

  Thank You from the Diablo IV Team
  

  From the announcement of Vessel of Hatred at BlizzCon 2023 to its release, the journey has been extraordinary. We’ve spent countless hours designing this new entry into Diablo IV and can’t wait to dive into the action with you. Thank you for all your feedback and support. The Spiritborn and many adventures await you in the deep jungles of the Teganze.

  Good luck, and may you survive Nahantu.
  -The Diablo IV Team

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