Developer Blizzard Entertainment took part in The Game Awards 2025 to reveal that Lord of Hatred, Diablo IV’s newest expansion, arrives on April 28, 2026.
Mephisto plays the central role in Diablo IV. While his involvement in the base campaign was mostly subtle, with the players’ attention focused on pursuing Lilith, the scale of his influence became apparent with the release of the first expansion: Vessel of Hatred.
Do you believe you can stand against the inevitable when Mephisto regains his power in Lord of Hatred? What does Lilith have to do with the unfolding events? Prepare for the reckoning to arrive in April.
“Hatred rises and Sanctuary is on the brink of destruction at Mephisto’s hands. The next chapter of The Age of Hatred saga is upon us.”
- Lord of Hatred includes the first expansion, Vessel of Hatred, so new wanderers can immediately jump in and follow the Neyrelle through the main storyline. Then, prepare to set to Skovos and face Mephisto himself.
- Two new playable classes: Paladin and a mystery addition coming later. Paladins tap into the power of the Light to harness its might in combat. The Paladin is live now in-game. Pre-purchase any expansion edition to gain instant access to the Paladin and a bevy of other rewards. Plus, a second class will unlock at launch on April 28, 2026, included in each edition of the expansion.
- Major system & itemization updates: Horadric Cube, Talisman, Bonus Skill Variants
- New end game features: War Plans, Echoing Hatred, Fishing
- Permanent skill tree updates available for all 8 classes
- Other new features: loot filter, level cap increase, and more to be announced yet
