The launch of the Vessel of Hatred expansion for the isometric action RPG Diablo IV is just around the corner, and it promises to bring with it a massive continuation of the story and many changes that will affect all players. This addition develops the events of the main campaign and introduces a new class, new locations and a progression system. Let’s look at all the details about what awaits us with the release of Vessel of Hatred.
Launch and preload
The release of the Vessel of Hatred add-on for Diablo IV will take place on the night of October 7-8, at 01:00 Moscow time, but you can already pre- the necessary files. You can see the launch times in other regions in the image below.
It is worth noting that this add-on, like the game itself, is not officially available in Russia and the Republic of Belarus.
Vessel of Hatred Content
A short list of all the major changes in the Vessel of Hatred expansion:
- A new Nahantu region where you will find dungeons, fortresses, side quests, new Legion events and encounter different families of monsters.
- New class – Heir of Spirits, endowed with abilities to fight demons of hatred.
- Vessel of Hatred main campaign.
- Rune system and many other mechanics to strengthen characters.
- The Dark Citadel is a new place to explore and battle.
- Dungeons in the underground city of Kurast.
- Trade unique resources available only in Vessel of Hatred.
It is also worth noting that characters who reach level 51 and above will be demoted to level 50 as part of the expansion.
Free update for all players
The release of the Vessel of Hatred expansion will be accompanied by a free update for all players. It will bring with it the following:
The maximum level has been increased to 60. The difficulty system has been reworked. The maximum paragon level has been increased to 300. Changes have been made to the paragon system to make it more flexible. The quality of items has been reworked, which will improve progression and selection of equipment. Added two new character slots. New skills and ives for each class. Group search function, making it easier to find players to play together. New seasonal content with unique rewards including the Season Journey, Battle and Reputation Board.
Plot continuation and new region
Vessel of Hatred continues the story of Diablo IV and begins immediately after the end of the main campaign. The main task of the players will be to find Nerelle, who was under the influence of the Foremother Mephisto, imprisoned in the Soul Stone. The new region of Nahantu is a dense jungle filled with demonic hatred where players will go on a quest. This region includes dungeons, fortresses, side quests, and legion events that will provide plenty of content to explore.
If you don’t want to play through the main Diablo IV campaign, you’ll be able to skip it and start a new adventure. However, to do this, you must complete the prologue of the main campaign on at least one character. For those new to the game, it is recommended that you complete the main story first to fully immerse yourself in the world of Diablo.
New class – Heir of Spirits
Vessel of Hatred debuts a new playable class, the Heir of Spirits, which will be a great addition to the existing heroes of Diablo IV. This fierce class specializes in destroying enemies, using unique abilities to effectively deal with the demons that have infested the jungles of Nahantu. Heir of the Spirits will bring a new style of combat to the game, which will allow players to master completely new tactics and strategies.
Last chance to get pre-order bonuses
Players who purchase the Vessel of Hatred Ultimate Edition will receive a number of exclusive pre-order bonuses. Among them:
- Pet Alcor is a snow leopard that will become your companion on journeys through dangerous lands.
- The legendary stone for Diablo Immortal is “Mother’s Lament”, which will bring a powerful boost to your hero.
This bonus will only be available until the official release, so you have one last chance to get these unique items.
Exclusive Awards and Events
Exclusive rewards will be available for players who dare to complete the Dark Citadel’s challenging challenges from October 8 to November 8, such as the new Longhair mount, as well as weekly chests containing valuable items. This test should be a real challenge even for experienced players.
Once you to Diablo IV, you’ll be able to receive three new items from the in-game store to celebrate the launch of Vessel of Hatred.
Twitch Drops Rewards
From October 8 to October 15, players will be able to stream Vessel of Hatred on Discord and earn exclusive rewards such as the Sea of Voices Weapon Pack. To do this, just spend at least 15 minutes on the stream and complete simple tasks available via Discord.
From October 8 to November 5, Twitch will host special events with rewards for watching Diablo IV streams. You’ll be able to earn cosmetic items, including skins for weapons and mounts. And for subscribing to streamers’ channels you will receive unique items, such as the Conqueror’s Ghost mount and armor for it.
Player
The Diablo IV development team has made sure that the launch of Vessel of Hatred goes as smoothly as possible. If you encounter any technical issues while preloading or launching the expansion, you can always through the Diablo IV forums, the Blizzard CS Twitter , or the Player Portal.
