However, the major difference is that Diablo 4's store only sells cosmetic items, not those that affect gameplay, such as armor and weapons. Like the previous game, in the Diablo 4 store, players can spend real money on in-game items. It is hoped that this feature will be less controversial than in Diablo 3. Game storeįinally, Diablo 4 has introduced a store. When purchasing the premium version, Blizzard promises that players will not gain any in-game power, only cosmetic items and Diablo 4's premium currency - Platinum currency, which can only be obtained with real money and can only be used to purchase cosmetic items. Many benefits will only be accessible after meeting certain requirements. Additionally, each season will add new unique items and abilities, which will be transferred to the 'Eternal Realm' - the base game - upon the season's end.īlizzard assures that Diablo 4 will not become a 'pay-to-win' game and that Battle Pass benefits will not give players in-game power without necessary effort. However, this questline will only be available after completing the main campaign. The specific theme of the first season will be announced at a later time.Įach season will have its own standalone questline, introducing players to new and old characters, as well as new mechanics.

However, they confirmed that the first season will not be zombie-themed, as many had speculated. Each season will have its own unique theme, but Blizzard has not yet revealed any details. Four seasonsīlizzard has announced that Diablo 4 will have four seasons per year, with the first season starting in July. Players can expect a wealth of new features and exciting opportunities. In a live stream for developers and accompanying blog post, the Diablo 4 team detailed their plans for the game's future, including seasons, free and paid battle passes, an in-game shop, and much more. This means players can expect four seasons annually.

Blizzard has announced its plans for seasonal content and a battle pass in Diablo 4 in their latest developer blog.Īccording to the announcement, Diablo 4 will begin releasing seasonal content in July, featuring 'fresh concepts and ideas' four times a year.

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