Blizzard’s upcoming changes to Diablo 4 are so extensive that calling the next season Diablo 5 might feel more fitting, as the game is set to undergo a transformation akin to a sequel.
During today’s Campfire Chat stream, Blizzard revealed the sweeping overhaul coming to Diablo 4’s core systems, including loot, in a nearly two-hour presentation.
Season 4’s loot rework is poised to revolutionize character building and progression in Diablo 4.
The changes promise to inject newfound complexity and creativity into the game’s itemization, allowing players to customize their characters in unprecedented ways.
With inspiration drawn from titles like Last Epoch and Path of Exile, Diablo 4’s items will become more flexible, offering players greater control over their builds.
For instance, a pair of gloves can now drop with only a few desired stats, which can be further shaped through two new crafting systems to align with the player’s preferred playstyle.
This level of customization aims to streamline the process of finding optimal gear without necessitating a loot filter.
The new upgrade system for loot, introduced in Season 4, presents players with exciting opportunities for enhancing their gear.
Through a combination of Tempering and Masterworking, players can fine-tune their items to suit their preferences, resulting in truly unique character builds.
For example, players can defeat a boss to obtain gloves with three stats, which can then be Tempered using a “manual” item found in-game to add additional mobility-based stats.
Subsequent Masterworking upgrades allow for further enhancements, enabling players to push their favorite stats to new heights and fundamentally alter how skills function.
These changes introduce a level of variability and depth to Diablo 4’s itemization, ensuring that every piece of gear becomes a thrilling prospect for upgrading and customization.
With Season 4 poised to redefine the Diablo 4 experience, players can look forward to embarking on new adventures and crafting their own legendary stories.
