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Diablo Unveils Warlock Class, First in 25 Years!

2/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Blizzard Entertainment announced the Warlock class during the Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight as part of the Reign of the Warlock update.
The release marks the first new playable character in 25 years and introduces demon-binding skills.
The update costs $25 and adds three skill trees: Summoning, Binding, and Chaos.
The Warlock will appear in Diablo IV's Lord of Hatred expansion and in Diablo Immortal later this summer.

History

Historical Context

Released in 2000, Diablo II by Blizzard Entertainment became a landmark in action role-playing games, selling over 4 million copies. Its innovative character classes, like the Sorceress and Barbarian, set industry standards. The introduction of the Warlock class in 2023, 25 years later, highlights the franchise's evolution and Blizzard's commitment to engaging its dedicated fanbase.

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Story summary

Blizzard Entertainment announced the Warlock class during the Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight as part of the Reign of the Warlock update.
The release marks the first new playable character in 25 years and introduces demon-binding skills.
The update costs $25 and adds three skill trees: Summoning, Binding, and Chaos.
The Warlock will appear in Diablo IV's Lord of Hatred expansion and in Diablo Immortal later this summer.

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