The highly anticipated Season 4 for Diablo 4 is just around the corner, and a recent preview stream revealed some exciting changes and additions to the game. The stream focused on the season theme, changes made based on player feedback from the PTR, and more. Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways:
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Key Takeaways:
- The season theme for Season 4 is called “Loot Reborn,” focusing on the changes made to the game’s loot system.
- Hell tide has undergone changes in drop rates, with increased drops for Infernal Cinders, Painful Hearts, and more loot from Blood Maidens.
- The Iron Wolves reputation system and new Call Of The Wolves seasonal activity are exclusive to Season 4.
- Masterworking upgrades no longer have a failure chance, and veiled crystal costs have been reduced.
Seasonal Theme: Loot Reborn
The season theme for Season 4, “Loot Reborn,” revolves around the changes made to the game’s loot system. While there are no specific season powers like in previous seasons, there are season-only features. However, the focus is on the revamped loot system and the massive changes to Hell tide. The loot reborn theme aims to enhance the overall gameplay experience for players.
Changes to Hell Tide
Several changes have been made to Hell tide since the PTR based on player feedback. Drop rates for Infernal Cinders and Painful Hearts have been significantly increased. Additionally, the drop rate for loot from Blood Maidens, including summoning materials for Lord Zir and other endgame bosses, has been improved. The channel time to open HTI chests has been reduced to one and a half seconds.
Iron Wolves Reputation System
Season 4 introduces the Iron Wolves reputation system, which offers additional events and activities centered around the Iron Wolves in Hell tide. The reputation track includes powerful items that amplify your character’s abilities. Players can progress through the reputation track and earn a resplendent spark, allowing them to create their own Uber uniques.
Consumable: Profane Mind Cage
The profane mind cage is a new consumable that raises the level of monsters in Hell tide by 10. It also increases the cinder drop rate and threat meter gain. Multiple mind cages can be stacked, allowing players to customize the difficulty of Hell tide. This addition aims to provide players with a tailored gameplay experience.
Guaranteed Uber Unique Drops
All Uber bosses now have a chance to drop Uber uniques, making them a viable source for powerful items. The summoning materials required for tormented bosses have been reduced to three times the original cost. This change aims to improve the overall loot quality and reward players for challenging boss encounters.
Masterworking Upgrades and Veiled Crystal Costs
Masterworking upgrades no longer have a failure chance, ensuring a smoother upgrade process. However, higher tier upgrades will require more materials. Veiled crystal costs for applying legendaries have been reduced from 75 to 16, making it more accessible for players. Additionally, there are more ways to convert materials from the pit, reducing the tedium of collecting materials in large quantities.
Other Changes and Improvements
Several other changes and improvements have been implemented based on player feedback from the PTR. These include adjustments to tempering mechanics, changes to nightmare dungeons and the artificer pit, and more balanced affixes and caps for certain stats. The goal is to create a smoother and more balanced gameplay experience, addressing performance issues and enhancing player power.
Season Journey and Class-Specific Builds
The season journey has been adjusted to provide each class with a full strong build by level 100. This means players will receive specific high-value versions of affixes that synergize with their chosen playstyle. It encourages players to explore different builds and playstyles from the start of the season.
While there may not have been as many surprises in the Season 4 preview stream as expected, the focus on mechanical changes and player feedback demonstrates the developers’ commitment to improving the game. Players can look forward to a revamped loot system, guaranteed Uber unique drops, and a more balanced and enjoyable gameplay experience in Season 4 of Diablo 4.
