Developer Blizzard Entertainment shared the gameplay trailer for the Paladin class, available in Diablo IV right now if you pre-order the Lord of Hatred expansion. Take up your hammer and shield, wielding Holy Light to rain down heavenly justice on those who threaten Sanctuary. With weighty melee attacks and divine abilities, the Paladin offers a versatile demon-slaying experience.
The stoic Paladin draws upon the Light to invigorate their burning desire for justice. Reinforced by Oaths and the Wardens of Light faction to bolster their strength, the Paladin is an indomitable force for righteousness. Read on to learn more about this stalwart class, their divine abilities, and powerful Uniques to cleanse the scourge of demonkind from Sanctuary.
“There is darkness in the world. But luckily you wield the light. Choose your oath, and leap into battle.”
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – Additions Include:
- 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
