Mephisto is coming. Blizzard Entertainment’s second major expansion for Diablo IV, Lord of Hatred, launches on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 and it is shaping up to be one of the biggest updates the game has ever seen. Two brand new classes, a stunning new region, a completely overhauled endgame, and a story that forces the Wanderer into the most unlikely of alliances. This is the reckoning Sanctuary has been waiting for.
Available on PC via Battle.net and Steam, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, Lord of Hatred is the direct continuation of the events set in motion by Vessel of Hatred. The Prime Evil Mephisto is not waiting any longer — and neither should you.
Two Brand New Classes Join the Fight
Lord of Hatred introduces two brand new playable classes to Diablo IV’s already stacked roster:
The Paladin — Available NOW with Pre-Purchase
Returning from Diablo II after more than 25 years, the Paladin is a melee powerhouse built around divinely powered combat, sacred authority, and unshakeable faith. Iconic favorites like Blessed Hammer, Auras, Zeal, Blessed Shield, Condemn, and Heaven’s Fury all return alongside the brand new Oath System — a set of sacred paths that reflect the codes of faith Paladins swear to uphold. Pre-purchase Lord of Hatred today to play the Paladin immediately in existing seasonal content.
The Warlock — Arrives April 28
The second new class, the Warlock, channels forbidden knowledge and demonic binding as its core mechanics. Dark, dangerous, and unlike anything in Diablo IV’s current roster, the Warlock arrives with the full expansion on April 28.
A New Region: The Sacred Isles of Skovos
For the first time in the franchise’s history, the sacred island chain of Skovos becomes a fully playable region. Long a fixture of Diablo lore since the original game, Skovos serves as the backdrop for Lord of Hatred’s campaign as Mephisto’s corrupting influence quietly spreads across Sanctuary, twisting leaders and warping the truth from the shadows.
And yes — Lilith returns. Her prophetic last words echo true as the Wanderer is forced into a perilous alliance with the Mother of Sanctuary herself, bound by necessity rather than trust. The fate of humanity hangs by a thread as Mephisto draws ever closer to the ancient Pools of Creation.
Massive Free Updates for All Players
Even players who do not purchase the expansion will receive sweeping updates across all eight classes at no extra cost:
- 🔄 Skill Tree Reworks — New class-specific skill variants for every class in the game
- ⬆️ New Level Cap — Raised to Level 70 for all players
- 🎯 Loot Filter — Take full control of what drops appear on the ground
- ⚔️ War Plans — Build your own customized endgame progression path with layered modifiers that carry between activities
Expansion Exclusive Features
Purchase Lord of Hatred to unlock transformative new additions to the Diablo IV experience:
- 🧊 Horadric Cube — The legendary crafting system returns, letting you add affixes, swap stats, and transform gear into stronger versions
- 💍 Talisman System — Slot Charms into a Talisman to activate powerful set bonuses without locking you into specific gear slots
- 🔥 Echoing Hatred — A rare escalating challenge event with changing enemies, increasing difficulty, and scaling rewards designed to push your builds to the limit
- 🎣 Fishing — A relaxing new side activity for when you need a break from slaying demons
Editions and Pricing
Lord of Hatred is available in three editions. Every edition includes the Vessel of Hatred expansion, making this an ideal entry point for anyone who missed Diablo IV’s first chapter:
- 💰 Standard Edition — $39.99
- 💰 Deluxe Edition — $59.99
- 💰 Ultimate Edition — $89.99
When Does It Go Live?
Diablo IV Lord of Hatred launches Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT. Season 12: Season Slaughter also ends on April 28, so make sure to wrap up any remaining seasonal objectives before the reset. Players in Europe and Asia-Pacific may see the date roll to April 29 in local time.
🔗 Pre-Purchase on Blizzard Battle.net
Mephisto is not waiting. The reckoning arrives April 28 — pre-purchase now and charge into Sanctuary as the Paladin today!