The gates of the Burning Hells are swinging wide once again with Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, the second major expansion for Blizzard’s hit ARPG. The stage is set to conclude the dark saga of Mephisto and the corruption of Sanctuary. Following the events of Vessel of Hatred, players must now journey to the Skovos Isles, a fabled, Mediterranean-inspired archipelago, to confront the Prime Evil himself. This “Age of Hatred” finale is Blizzard’s most ambitious content drop yet, featuring a massive overhaul of the endgame experience. Let’s find out when we can face Mephisto again!
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Release Date and Global Launch Times
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred officially launches on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Blizzard is maintaining its standard synchronized global rollout. That means that for players in the Asia-Pacific region, the expansion will unlock in the early hours of April 29.
| Region | Release Date | Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| West Coast USA (Los Angeles) | April 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM PDT |
| Central USA (Chicago) | April 28, 2026 | 12:00 PM CDT |
| East Coast USA (New York) | April 28, 2026 | 1:00 PM EDT |
| Brazil (São Paulo) | April 28, 2026 | 2:00 PM BRT |
| United Kingdom (London) | April 28, 2026 | 6:00 PM BST |
| Central Europe (Berlin / Paris) | April 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM CEST |
| China (Beijing) | April 29, 2026 | 1:00 AM CST |
| Japan (Tokyo) | April 29, 2026 | 2:00 AM JST |
| East Australia (Sydney) | April 29, 2026 | 3:00 AM AEST |
| New Zealand (Auckland) | April 29, 2026 | 5:00 AM NZST |
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Countdown Clock
The Lord of Hatred is almost here. Track the final seconds until the journey to Skovos begins with our countdown clock below:
Platforms
Lord of Hatred will be available on all existing Diablo IV platforms with full cross-play and cross-progression:
- PC: Through Battle.net and Steam (Steam Deck Verified)
- PlayStation: PS5 and PS4.
- Xbox: Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One
Expansion Gameplay: New Classes and Overhauls
The expansion introduces two new character classes, bringing the total roster to eight:
- The Paladin: The iconic holy warrior we know and love from Diablo II returns, wielding the Light through hammers, shields, and powerful melee auras.
- The Warlock: A brand-new dark caster that utilizes forbidden pacts, curses, and infernal destruction to control the battlefield.
Major systemic changes are also arriving for all players. Here’s a sample of the upcoming features:
- The Skovos Region: Explore the ancient archipelago south of Nahantu, featuring a Greek-inspired aesthetic and a central hub in the city of Temis.
- War Plans: A new endgame system that allows players to "plan" their own progression paths, chaining together specific activities for targeted loot.
- The Talisman System and Horadric Cube: Returning series staples that offer further gear customization and transmutation.
- Loot and Meta Overhaul: A long-requested Loot Filter and a rework of skill trees for all eight classes to refresh the meta.
Pricing, Editions, and Pre-order Bonuses
Blizzard has confirmed three tiers for the expansion. Pre-purchasing any version grants immediate early access to the Paladin class in the current live season. Here’s the breakdown of the available editions:
| Edition | Price | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $39.99 | Lord of Hatred Expansion, Vessel of Hatred Expansion, 1 Extra Stash Tab, 2 New Character Slots, 3 WoW Decor Items. |
| Deluxe Edition | $59.99 | Standard Edition + High Heavensguard Paladin Bundle, Infernal Apostle Warlock Bundle, Skartaran Basilisk Mount Bundle, Skorch Mini Chimera Pet, and 1 Premium Battle Pass. |
| Age of Hatred Collection | $69.99 | Diablo IV Base Game + Lord of Hatred Expansion, Vessel of Hatred Expansion, 1 Extra Stash Tab, 2 New Character Slots, 3 WoW Decor Items. |
| Ultimate Edition | $89.99 | Deluxe Edition + 3,000 Platinum, Umbral Knights Cross-Class Armor Bundle, Steed of the Shining Realm Mount Bundle, Tymn, Echo of the Spire and Avel’hud, Nucleus of Perdition Back Trophies, Ascent of the Just and Embrace of Evil Town Portal skins. |
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Standard Edition of Lord of Hatred includes the Vessel of Hatred expansion (Spiritborn class, Nahantu region) for those who don't already own it.
Yes, the level cap is increasing to Level 70, alongside new Paragon Board tiers and world difficulty levels (Torment I through XII).
While the story focuses on Mephisto, Blizzard has teased that players may need to seek out Lilith's "petals" and her lingering essence to stop her father’s ascension.
