With Lord of Hatred introducing a new class, a new region, new systems, and the possible end of the Prime Evils storyline, you would think the most important feature would be the Paladin, Skovos, or even the new endgame.
But nope… Players instantly grabbed onto one unexpected new feature quietly mentioned in Blizzard’s overview, and it is fishing.
Fishing in Diablo 4
In a single throwaway line, Blizzard confirmed that Sanctuary’s bravest demon slayers will soon be able to “find respite from slaying demons by Fishing in the waterways of Sanctuary.“
No further details were given, but Diablo fans immediately connected the dots with Diablo Immortal, that already features a full fishing system with hotspots, catch rarity tiers, and rewards.
There is a good chance Diablo 4’s version will follow a similar template. You can expect a relaxed downtime activity, progression rewards, and maybe some collectibles tied to the new region of Skovos.
And honestly, it feels like a nice addition. After years of slaying demons, fighting world bosses, and grinding endgame seasons, maybe the true salvation of Sanctuary was a fishing rod all along.
Fishing might just become a meme or a surprisingly addictive side system, but one thing is sure, it is already one of the most talked about additions to the expansion, proving once again that Diablo players will click on anything if you tell them it is a new endgame grind.
We will be getting our bait and rods ready for April for sure!
More details will be shared on our page as we get closer to release!
