Diablo 4 is set to join the ranks of titles available on Game Pass this March, according to an announcement made by Xbox’s Sarah Bond during the company’s latest business update podcast.
This anticipated addition to the subscription service comes as part of Microsoft’s commitment to making Activision Blizzard games accessible to Game Pass subscribers following the acquisition of the renowned developer behind Diablo and Call of Duty franchises last year.
Scheduled for release on March 28th, Diablo 4 will be accessible to Game Pass users on both console and PC platforms. Xbox reiterated its dedication to keeping Game Pass exclusive to Xbox platforms, ensuring that all first-party titles will be playable on the service from day one.
As we begin to fulfill our promise to offer Activision Blizzard games with Game Pass, we're happy to share Diablo IV will be available with Game Pass on Console and PC on March 28.
Game Pass will continue to only be available on Xbox platforms and will have all first party games…
— Xbox (@Xbox) February 15, 2024
For those considering trying out Diablo 4 on Game Pass but unsure if it aligns with their tastes, Eurogamer’s review offers valuable insights. Awarded with a commendable four stars, the review praises Diablo 4 as a game rooted in intricate design and depth, reminiscent of Blizzard’s classic hits. However, the reviewer, Chris Tapsell, notes a lingering feeling of “fearful overcompensation” holding the game back.
In tandem with the Diablo 4 announcement, Microsoft also confirmed plans to expand the availability of four previously Xbox-exclusive first-party titles to additional platforms later this year. While specific titles were not disclosed, speculations suggest potential releases such as Hi-Fi Rush, Pentiment, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded.
