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Diablo IV's Lord of Hatred Expansion Launches April 2026

12/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

Blizzard Entertainment announced the Lord of Hatred expansion for Diablo IV, scheduled to launch on April 28, 2026.
The expansion introduces the Paladin class at launch with pre-purchase, alongside a second unannounced class.
Players confront Mephisto as Lilith returns to Sanctuary.
It includes a new region, Skovos, plus reworked Skill Trees, a Loot Filter, and enhanced crafting.

History

Historical Context

Blizzard Entertainment released the "Lord of Destruction" expansion for Diablo II in 2001, introducing the Druid and Assassin classes and generating over $100 million in revenue. This expansion followed the game's successful launch in 2000, which built on the popularity of its predecessor, Diablo. The upcoming Diablo IV expansion continues this trend by adding the Paladin class and a new region, Skovos, reflecting ongoing innovation in the gaming industry.

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Story summary

Blizzard Entertainment announced the Lord of Hatred expansion for Diablo IV, scheduled to launch on April 28, 2026.
The expansion introduces the Paladin class at launch with pre-purchase, alongside a second unannounced class.
Players confront Mephisto as Lilith returns to Sanctuary.
It includes a new region, Skovos, plus reworked Skill Trees, a Loot Filter, and enhanced crafting.

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