Here’s everything to know about Diablo 4’s first-ever expansion.
Further details about Diablo 4's first expansion, Vessel of Hatred, were revealed during Gamescom 2024. Read on for the official Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred release date and our live countdown to it. We also go over the game's new Mercenaies feature, Dark Citadel as a co-op player-versus-player (PvE) experience, the Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred pre-order bonuses, editions, and more.
Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred release date
The Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred release date is October 8, 2024. This expansion features the Spiritborn class, the Nahantu region, new Mercenaries, plus the Dark Citadel as a new PvE co-op activity.
Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred Release Date Countdown
Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred countdown
Here is our live countdown to the start of October 8, 2024. We will update this countdown once Blizzard reveals the exact launch time as well.
Diablo 4 Mercenaries explained
In the meantime, you can check out the official Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred trailer for Mercenaries. In Diablo 4, Mercenaries refer to your battle companions. These characters can grow stronger and be customized to your liking.
"Each Mercenary is unique in the role they serve, so no matter your class or build, you’ll find a Mercenary that’s right for you," Blizzard stated.
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Diablo 4 Dark Citadel PvE
The new expansion also includes the Dark Citadel as a co-op PvE experience for the endgame. According to Blizzard, the Dark Citadel involves cooperative puzzles and mechanics. There's also Kurast Undercity as a new multi-stage, time-attack dungeon.
Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred pre-order bonuses
In terms of the expansion's pre-order bonuses, they include items such as the Wings of the Damned and a one-month Game Pass Ultimate membership. Your pre-order bonuses depend on your pre-order edition as well.
Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred editions
With that said, here are all of the Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred editions with their pre-order bonuses.
Diablo 4 Pre-Purchase Edition | Diablo 4 Pre-Order Bonus |
|---|---|
| Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred - Ultimate Edition | - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred Expansion - Nahantu Veilwalker Spiritborn Armor - Alkor, Snow Leopard Pet (Pre-purchase bonus) - Mother’s Lament Legendary Gem for Diablo Immortal (Pre-purchase bonus) - Hratli, Canine Pet - Nahantu War-Cat Mount and Armor Bundle - One Premium Battle Pass Token - 3,000 Platinum - Natalya, Tiger Pet - Nahantu Unearthed Armor Bundle (5 class armor sets) - Wings of the Faith Cosmetic - Wings of the Damned Cosmetic - Nahantu Themed Town Portal - 1 Month of Game Pass Ultimate (For Xbox and Battle.net pre-purchases only) |
| Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred - Deluxe Edition | - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred Expansion - Nahantu Veilwalker Spiritborn Armor - Alkor, Snow Leopard Pet (Pre-purchase bonus) - Mother’s Lament Legendary Gem for Diablo Immortal (Pre-purchase bonus) - Hratli, Canine Pet - Nahantu War-Cat Mount and Armor Bundle - Wings of the Damned Cosmetic - One Premium Battle Pass Token - 1 Month of Game Pass Ultimate (For Xbox and Battle.net pre-purchases only) |
| Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred - Standard Edition | - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred Expansion - Alkor, Snow Leopard Pet (Pre-purchase bonus) - Mother’s Lament Legendary Gem for Diablo Immortal (Pre-purchase bonus) |
| Diablo 4 Expansion Bundle | - Diablo 4 Base Game (Playable today) - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred Expansion - Mother’s Lament Legendary Gem for Diablo Immortal (Pre-purchase bonus) - 1 Month of Game Pass Ultimate (For Xbox and Battle.net pre-purchases only) |
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