Blizzard Entertainment, the developer of action RPG Diablo IV, has taken to the official site to reveal that the second Public Test Realm (PTR) will be starting soon. Between June 25 and July 2, players with a PC Battle.net account will have a chance to test the upcoming changes and features for Season 5.
“The purpose of the PTR is to test updates and features before the launch of Season 5. Then we’ll make adjustments to Season 5 using your feedback before it goes live for everyone. The feedback we receive helps us to fine-tune balance changes, eliminate bugs, and create the best experience possible. Having a PTR gives us a chance to test new systems, and we’re grateful for your time spent playing.”
Here are some of the features and additions coming in Diablo IV – Season 5:
- New Eternal Quest: The Eyes of the Enemy. Season 5 features a new story where enemies are cut-down, alliances shift, and unlikely friends emerge from the shadows. This continuation of the Main Questline is will be available on bot Seasonal & Eternal Realms.
- Slay the Infernal Hordes. Confront seemingly endless waves of Hell’s Legions in the Realm of Hatred, as the Infernal Hordes grow more powerful with each passing day.
- Battle Fell Priests. If you manage to survive the Infernal Hordes, the Fell Council await. Having been corrupted since the events of Diablo II, these once noble champions now serve the very demons they swore to oppose.
- New Weapons and Items. Season 5 will introduce new Legendaries, Uniques, and other items.
- Quality-of-Life Updates to Endgame Bosses and more.
- Future Accessibility Features that are currently a work-in-progress. These include: Auto-Pin, Audio Navigation Assistance & Compass.
Check out the official site to find out more and get started! Previously, the developers have revealed the first expansion coming to Diablo IV on October 8. Titled Vessel of Hatred, it will continue to explore the story of Mephisto. Players are in for a brand-new class!
“Journey into the new region of Nahantu in search of Neyrelle, who is both suffering the fate of her choice to imprison the Prime Evil Mephisto, and seeking a means to destroy him. Become the apex predator of the jungle as the all-new Spiritborn class. Recruit Mercenaries to aid you in combat, fight together in a new PvE co-op activity, & more.”
