Blizzard has officially announced the next major expansion for Diablo 4 titled "Lord of Hatred," set to launch on April 28. This expansion will deepen the game's engagement by introducing a new campaign that continues from the previous expansion, "Vessel of Hatred," with the Lord of Hatred, Mephisto, emerging to dominate Sanctuary. Notably, the expansion includes two new classes, one of which is The Paladin, available to players who pre-purchase the expansion. The new region, Skovos, adds rich lore to the game, being the birthplace of pivotal characters like Lilith. Players can also expect significant enhancements to the endgame experience, including a new "War Plans" feature and the highly anticipated Horadric Cube, along with an overhaul of class skill trees and level caps, ensuring Diablo 4 remains a compelling action RPG for fans.

What new features can players expect in Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred? nPlayers can look forward to two new classes, a new region called Skovos, revamped endgame activities with the War Plans system, and the reintroduction of the Horadric Cube, alongside a full redesign of the skill trees and the addition of a Loot Filter.n

"Lord of Hatred" is significant not only for its new content but also for its expansion of the franchise's lore, particularly focusing on the ongoing conflict involving Mephisto and other major characters. This focus on rich storytelling, combined with new gameplay mechanics, aims to keep the series fresh and engaging for both new players and veterans of the franchise.