Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Drops April 28 — Here's Everything New
Blizzard's biggest Diablo IV expansion arrives April 28 with two new classes, the Horadric Cube, and the new region of Skovos to explore.
Blizzard's second major Diablo IV expansion is almost here, and Lord of Hatred is shaping up to be the biggest content drop the game has seen since launch. It hits on April 28, and there's a lot to get excited about — two brand-new classes, a fresh region, a level cap bump, and the return of one of the most beloved systems in Diablo history.
Two New Classes: Paladin and Warlock
The expansion adds the Paladin and the Warlock to the roster. The Paladin is already playable in the base game if you pre-purchased Lord of Hatred — Blizzard gave early access to the class so players can start leveling before the expansion drops.
The Warlock leans into a dark pact-making fantasy, trading health for power through risk-reward mechanics. Both classes come with full skill trees built around the new Talisman system, which Blizzard is showcasing in a developer livestream on April 23. If you want the deep dive before launch, that stream is worth watching.
The Horadric Cube Is Back
This one's for the veterans. The Horadric Cube — iconic from Diablo II — returns as a full gear crafting system in Lord of Hatred. Blizzard hasn't released every detail yet, but the promise of combining and transmuting gear is a massive quality-of-life addition for endgame players who've been grinding for perfect rolls.
It slots into broader endgame overhauls that Blizzard is also introducing with the expansion. The April 23 stream should clarify exactly how it integrates with the existing crafting systems.
Skovos: A Whole New Region
Lord of Hatred takes players to Skovos, the ancient island region fans have been asking about since the base game launched. Lore-wise, it's home to the Amazons and carries centuries of Diablo mythology. Expect new biomes, new monster families, and a main story campaign built around the region's ancient conflicts.
The level cap is also rising to 70, giving endgame players meaningful new progression to chase across the new content.
Should You Be Excited?
If you bounced off Diablo IV after the base game or Vessel of Hatred, Lord of Hatred is making a strong case to come back. Two new classes at launch, a returning fan-favorite crafting system, and a completely new region is a solid package.
The April 28 launch is eight days away. The developer stream on April 23 will be your best look at the new systems before you decide whether to buy in. For anyone already playing, the Paladin is available right now — no reason not to try it.