The release of Diablo 4 is getting closer and Blizzard has decided to reveal the Battle Pass system in detail with very concrete information. We also know a bit more about the first season.
The waiting is going to end soon. In less than a month, on June 6th, Diablo 4 will finally be available in the full version. Blizzard’s Hack’n Slash has already been approached through several betas, but the seriousness only begins after the game’s release. This is where all launch content will be made available to players. , ahead of post-launch updates Point the tip of your nose. Seasonal content in particular will see the light of day, and Blizzard wants to reassure players about its Battle Pass, which is being discussed in the community.
A Free Battle Pass for Diablo 4…
There was a new developer livestream this Wednesday, May 10th diablo 4. The opportunity for them to describe everything that awaits us from June 6th. Regarding the seasonal system, Blizzard recalled that there would be four per year, each lasting about three months. They offer new gameplay – which will go away at the end of the season, even if that means it will come back later – as well as new quests. These will be completely separate from the main quest and will feature new characters. Also expected “Legendary items, class balance changes, comfort improvements, and more.” » You knew that more or less if you followed the news diablo 4.
However, the developers paid special attention to the Battle Pass. Each season will have a new one, and each will contain 90 levels. To solve them, players must complete specific objectives for each chapter. This will give them “Favours”, allowing them to unlock “Smoldering Ashes” among the 27 free tiers. By spending them dur ing the seasonal blessings, they can “Provides bonus XP, Gold, or Oboles depending on the boons you spend the resources on.”
Each season of diablo 4 presents a series of destinations that make up the journey of the season. As you progress in this, you will receive rewards and progress in the Battle Pass. There are greater rewards as you play more throughout the season.
…but more interesting when you put your hand in your pocket
As in any other game with a Seasonal Battle Pass, diablo 4 will also offer a premium version. For a fee ($9.99) you get access to the rewards of the 90 levels. However, Blizzard assures that the 67 levels that are not freely accessible only offer cosmetic bonuses and do not help with progression. Finally, there’s an Accelerated Battle Pass that lets you pass the first 20 levels right away. However, the price is significantly higher: $24.99. As with the Seasonal Battle Pass, in-game store purchases are for cosmetic items only.
Note that Year 1 Season 1 should be out between mid and late July. To access it, you must have completed the campaign at least once on a character. If this leaves you unsure about the Seasons Pass system, remember that there will be a final open beta open to all players from May 12th to 14th. The content should be more or less the same as in the previous ones. For the (temporarily) full version of Diablo 4see you on 6th June 2023 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series!