Blizzard has announced a new expansion for Diablo 4 called Vessel of Hatred, during the Blizzcon event. Set to release in late 2024, the expansion will introduce a never-before-seen class in the Diablo series. Little is known about the expansion, except that it will take place in the region of Nahantu and will revolve around the fate of Mephisto and his plans for Sanctuary. While datamines suggest the expansion may be named “Lord of Hatred” instead, they still hint at new quests, gear, endgame activities, a class called “Spiritborn,” and a mercenary system for NPC companions.
Diablo 4 has been receiving positive feedback recently, with its successful vampire-themed content in the Season of Blood and its overall impressive gameplay. Despite the limited information available, fans are eagerly awaiting more details about the upcoming Vessel of Hatred expansion. However, it’s important to note that datamines are often subject to change or inaccuracies, and the final expansion may differ from the information gathered. Nonetheless, Diablo 4 continues to captivate players, as they remain engrossed in the game’s challenging endgame and ongoing mysteries, such as unraveling the secret Cow Level.
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