Prepare for Battle.net: Diablo 4 PC Game Pass Requires Installation

Diablo 4 is making its entrance on Microsoft's Game Pass following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard in a $69 billion deal, but it seems PC Game Pass subscribers will face some installation challenges. The process requires users to download and install Battle.net, connect Battle.net and Microsoft accounts, and then proceed with Diablo 4 installation—indicating that players will essentially access the game through Battle.net despite the Game Pass subscription. Currently, there is no information provided on whether achievements will be available for the PC Game Pass version of Diablo 4, as some fans were expecting integration similar to the Xbox version's achievements system. For those gearing up to play Diablo 4 on the Game Pass, IGN has published a comprehensive guide to assist gamers.

To install Diablo 4 using PC Game Pass, open the Xbox App on your PC, sign in with your Game Pass-associated Microsoft account, select Diablo 4, and hit install. Then install Battle.net when prompted, connect your Battle.net account with your Microsoft account, and complete the Diablo 4 installation.

Diablo 4 is the latest entry in the Diablo series, a prominent action role-playing game franchise developed by Blizzard Entertainment. This series, known for its dark fantasy and horror themes, has players battling through hordes of demons and undead creatures in a quest to save the world from malevolent forces. With its roots dating back to 1996, Diablo has become a cornerstone of the RPG genre, offering both single-player and multiplayer experiences, where players can choose from various character classes, each with unique abilities and playstyles. The release of Diablo 4 is highly anticipated by fans, who are eager to delve into darker and more expansive environments and partake in the evolved gameplay mechanics that promise a new generation of the hellish saga.