During The Game Awards 2025, Blizzard Entertainment dropped a reveal trailer for Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, the next big DLC expansion of Diablo IV that will bring back the classic Paladin class (which has been missing in action since Diablo 2), a new mystery Class, gameplay balance changes, the return of the Horadric Cube, the culmination of the “Age of Hatred Saga”, and more.
Here is a selection of the new collectibles Blizzard is offering for Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred.
Prepare to face the Lord of Hatred, Mephisto
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred is the 2nd major expansion of Diablo IV, following the Vessel of Hatred Expansion (which is included with all editions of Lord of Hatred). It is set in a new region called Skovos, and it will take players on a dark journey to save Sanctuary from one of Diablo’s most iconic villains, Mephisto.
The Expansion will feature two character classes, a wealthof new enemies and bosses to slay, overhauled endgame content, a dramatic storyline, an increased level cap, fishing, and much more.
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred is set to release on April 28, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam and Battle.net. Do note that you will need to buy the base game of Diablo IV first in order to play the Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Expansion.
Pre-purchasing Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred will net players early access to the Paladin Class, which is available right now with Diablo IV’s 11th Season, which went live yesterday, December 11, 2025, at 8:30 p.m. PT.
Standard, Deluxe, or Ultimate Editions of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred are available to purchase, with varying levels of cosmetic DLC content in each edition.
As an added bonus, purchasing any version of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred will net you bonus decor items you can use for World of Warcraft’s Player Housing feature.
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