Diablo 4, the latest installment in Blizzard’s iconic franchise, has taken the gaming world by storm. The excitement continues to build as the first season, intriguingly named “Season of the Malignant,” is set to launch. This season promises to bring a fresh wave of corruption over the land of Sanctuary, introducing a new side story that unfolds after the main campaign. But what exactly does this season entail, and when can players dive into the action? Let’s delve into the details.
Diablo 4 Season 1 Start Time & Date For All Regions
The much-anticipated Season 1 of Diablo 4, “Season of the Malignant,” is slated to go live on July 20. The exact timing wasn’t specified during Blizzard’s livestream, but the season’s website features a countdown timer to the launch. Players worldwide should be able to log in, create their new character, and start playing simultaneously.
- 10 a.m. PDT for the west coast of North America
- 1 p.m. EDT for the east coast of North America
- 6 p.m. BST for the U.K.
- 7 p.m. CEST for western Europe / Paris
- 2 a.m. JST on July 21 for Tokyo
Diablo 4 Season 1 Start Time Countdown
Diablo 4 Season 1New Features in Season 1
The “Season of the Malignant” introduces the innovative Malignant Heart mechanic to Diablo 4. This feature allows Elite enemies to spawn as “Malignant” creatures. Upon defeating them, players can interact with their corpse, triggering a new event where the enemy resurrects in a more challenging form, accompanied by a horde of minions. Defeating the creature a second time rewards players with a Malignant Heart. These act as special gems that can be placed in your three jewelry pieces throughout the season, offering their own Legendary-like power and significantly enhancing your character’s abilities.
How to Play Diablo 4 Season 1?
All Diablo 4 seasons are free content updates. To start farming Malignant Hearts and experiencing the new story mode, players simply need to log in, create a seasonal character, and head to Kyovashad in-game to start the quest. However, Blizzard also offers a Diablo 4 battle pass with each season, available in three pricing options: Free, Premium (1,000 Platinum or $9.99), and Accelerated (2,800 Platinum or $24.99). The Premium and Accelerated battle passes offer additional in-game rewards, but Blizzard emphasizes that all purchases related to the season are cosmetic only, ensuring no advantage for paid players over free players.
Diablo 4’s “Season of the Malignant” is shaping up to be an exciting addition to the game, offering new mechanics, a fresh storyline, and the promise of powerful rewards. Whether you’re a seasoned Diablo player or new to the franchise, this season is sure to offer a thrilling gaming experience.
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