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<p>Blizzard will finally share more information about the upcoming Season 10 PTR during what they call now a &#8220;Sanctuary Sitdown&#8221; in Discord!</p>



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    <h3>Join the Next Sanctuary Sitdown</h3>
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        <p>Join members of the development team in the Sanctuary Discord on August 14th to answer your questions in the next Sanctuary Sitdown.</p>
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<p>On <strong>August 14, at 11 am PDT/18:00 CEST</strong>, join Aislyn Hall, Charles Dunn, and Ben Fletcher in the <a href="https://discord.gg/GRrZACUdKx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sancutary Discord</a> where they will be going over <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo IV</a> and most likely Season 10 and the next PTR. The Sanctuary Sitdown will be hosted by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cliptis86" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cliptis</a>. </p>



<p>Anyone can join and ask their own questions! Just keep in mind that not every question will be picked and answered. </p>



<p>For more details on how to join the Discord channel and the event, you can check out our article about <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/is-diablo-4-right-to-swap-ptr-livestreams-for-discord-sitdowns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">how to join the event here</a>!</p>


Your Chance to Ask Diablo 4 Devs Anything Is Coming in 48 Hours


<p>Blizzard has finally revealed they will communicate and share upcoming <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> updates for the Public Test Realm (PTR). Following <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-official-livestream-update-no-season-10-ptr-stream" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">yesterday&#8217;s statement</a> confirming there will be no Season 10 PTR livestream, the team now posted on the official Diablo Discord that future PTR discussions will instead take place in &#8220;Sanctuary Sitdowns&#8221;. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Are Sanctuary Sitdowns</h2>



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<p>Sanctuary Sitdowns are basically discord voice chat discussions where you can join in and listen to the developers talk. The first Sanctuary Sitdown is scheduled for <strong>Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 18:00</strong> (CEST Paris/Berlin time). </p>



<p>Developers Aislyn Hall, Charles Dunn, and Ben Fletcher will join host <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/cliptis" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cliptis</a> to talk about Season 10 and the PTR. It will also feature a Q&amp;A segment, allowing you to submit questions directly to the developers. </p>



<p>However, Blizzard has made it clear that not every question will be answered, and the exact topics remain a mystery. Will we get dates for the upcoming Season 10 PTR? It is also unknown if any new patch notes will drop after the event for Season 10 PTR. No specific amount of time was given either so the Sitdown could last anything from 30 minutes to 2 hours. </p>



<p>If you want to join in, you will need a Discord account and access to the <a href="https://discord.gg/RhSV9KbC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official Diablo Discord</a> server. Once there, you can click &#8220;Interested&#8221; on the <a href="https://discord.gg/FAUhyHea?event=1404562424882921472" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sanctuary Sitdown Event</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is It a Good Idea to Replace Livestreams With Discord Events</h2>



<p>The change is triggering mixed feelings. Some players argue this format locks out part of the player base. Unlike Twitch or YouTube streams that are accessible to most, joining a Sanctuary Sitdown requires a Discord account. </p>



<p>As of now, only 190 people have checked in for Thursday&#8217;s event, so not even half of the usual amount of players who tunes in for livestreams. </p>



<p>One of the biggest problems is that, because the event is held through Discord, there will be no replay or VOD for those who can not be there live. With livestreams, players could catch up via Twitch or YouTube at any time. But now anyone working, sleeping, or in another timezone will simply miss the entire thing. For some, that makes the event feel like it locks out the majority of players.</p>



<p>Last time there was a Diablo 4 sitdown in discord, the information was never really related to people who could not be there, unless you managed to find a small YouTube video of someone who thought about recording it.</p>



<p>A lot of players also think that the move allows Blizzard to avoid more public, direct feedback, with fears that questions in the Q&amp;A may already be pre-determined. </p>



<p>On the other hand, some players don&#8217;t mind the change. Pointing out that PTR livestreams often revealed little new information and that Blizzard could simply post patch notes instead. For these players, the sitdowns could be a more casual way to connect with the dev team, provided the Q&amp;A delivers meaningful answers.</p>



<p>We will of course let you know on Thursday what information was shared during the Sanctuary Sitdown, so keep an eye on our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">latest news</a>!</p>


Is Diablo 4 Right to Swap PTR Livestreams for Discord Sitdowns?


<p>The <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> team has just announced changes to their livestream schedule and format ahead of Season 10!</p>



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    <h3>An update on Campfire Chats/Developer Update Streams</h3>
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<p>We wanted to provide a quick update on our livestreams going forward.</p>
<p>The tldr; is that we will not be having a livestream for Season 10 PTR as we are focusing on revamping our livestreams going forward starting with the Season 10 launch. There will still be a blog and notes to accompany Season 10 PTR so players can expect news on that soon.</p>
<p>We have been evaluating feedback from players and internally have been wanting to revamp our livestream formats for quite a while especially as we head into next year with the new expansion.</p>
<p>We still want to have that developer interaction moment where players can hear directly from someone on the team during the PTR, so we plan on shifting our Discord Sanctuary Sit Down to occur with our PTR Patch Notes/Blog release. There will be more news on that tomorrow (August 12th) for Season 10.</p>
<p>We have hit the 30th stream milestone recently for Diablo IV, and we couldn’t be more excited to kick-off the revamped livestreams with the launch of Season 10. Please keep the feedback flowing as we head into our new format as we want to make the best possible stream for the community.</p>
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<p>There will not be a livestream for the Season 10 PTR (Public Test Realm). Instead, you can expect a detailed blog and patch notes that will go with the PTR release! This is a major change from previous seasons.</p>



<p>The developers are also planning to completely change their livestreams starting with the Season 10 launch. Their goal is to create a better experience based on player feedback and prepare for next year&#8217;s expansion. More details about everything will be shared on August 12, so stay tuned for more updates!</p>


Diablo 4 Official Livestream Update – No Season 10 PTR Stream?


<p>Blizzard has quietly reawakened the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> community over the past two days! Multiple well-known creators revealed they were invited to Blizzard&#8217;s headquarters to test upcoming content and join &#8220;<em>deep-dive feedback sessions</em>&#8221; with the developers! </p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Exciting news! I got invited to the Blizzard HQ to test upcoming <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DiabloIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DiabloIV</a> content and join deep dive feedback sessions with the devs. About to board my flight, hopefully I&#39;ll have good stuff to share soon! Staying in US for nearly a week, then follow up Gamescom, back 22 Aug <a href="https://t.co/CKuL2WOOyn">pic.twitter.com/CKuL2WOOyn</a></p>&mdash; wudijo (@wudijo) <a href="https://twitter.com/wudijo/status/1954409120200523874?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>Among those sharing their excitement are Wudijo, one of the biggest Diablo creator, who posted on X/Twitter that he was heading to Blizzard HQ for some testing, and MacroBioBoi, who also shared the same information not long after.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">On my way to <a href="https://twitter.com/Blizzard_Ent?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Blizzard_Ent</a>! It&#39;s crazy that this is part of what I do as a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DiabloPartner?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DiabloPartner</a>. See y&#39;all when I get out of the hell that is Logan Airport in Boston! <a href="https://t.co/epbHolDUCX">pic.twitter.com/epbHolDUCX</a></p>&mdash; MacroBioBoi (@MacroBioBoi) <a href="https://twitter.com/MacroBioBoi/status/1954853223950405731?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 11, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>This tiny move could mean that Blizzard is gathering feedback before revealing the major changes teased not long ago. So far, there is zero information on what is changing, how, or when. Even most creators remain in the dark. Only a select few are heading to Blizzard HQ to test things out. </p>



<p>Players are now hoping these creators will be allowed to share details after testing. Or that Blizzard might reveal everything during Gamescom, or shortly after.</p>



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<p>On one side, many players are happy that developers are engaging in direct discussions with experienced Diablo creators who know the game inside and out. On the other, some feel the approach is too selective. They are arguing that content creators often have vastly different playstyles than the majority of players, especially those with limited time to play. </p>



<p>Some users criticized the choice, pointing out that a lot of them &#8220;<em>still play the game like there was nothing wrong with it</em>.&#8221; </p>



<p>Others, however, welcomed the move, answering things like: </p>



<p>&#8220;<em>Glad to see they&#8217;re getting feedback from the right people. Excited for the future now more than ever</em>.&#8221; </p>



<p>The community&#8217;s curiosity is not just about the content itself. With <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/rod-fergusson-leaves-blizzard-who-will-lead-diablo-next" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rob Ferguson recently leaving</a> Diablo, there is also an open question about who is now leading the project, and what direction they plan to take it in. </p>



<p>Blizzard has not announced when, or even if, details from these closed-door testing sessions will be made public. But given the timing, just ahead of Gamescom 2025, major Diablo 4 news could be shared soon!</p>


Blizzard Invites Diablo 4 Creators to HQ – Major Reveals Soon?


<p><strong>Rod Fergusson Steps Away from Diablo at Blizzard!</strong></p>



<p>Just a few hours ago, Rod Fergusson officially announced that he is leaving Blizzard after five years as the general manager of the Diablo franchise. He joined in early 2020, stepping in during Diablo IV&#8217;s early development, and helped ship major releases like Diablo II: Resurrected, Diablo Immortal, Diablo IV, and the Vessel of Hatred expansion.</p>



<p>It is now up to Blizzard to fill that leadership role. No successor has been named yet, but the role is obviously a key position, so whoever steps in will greatly influence Diablo&#8217;s next chapter, especially with another Diablo 4 expansion teased for 2026.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After five years of driving the Diablo franchise forward with four big launches, it&#39;s time for me to step away from Blizzard/Microsoft, sword in hand, and see what&#39;s next. The teams are set up for success, with an exciting slate of releases ahead. I&#39;m incredibly proud of what… <a href="https://t.co/Fsh4gjmgVl">pic.twitter.com/Fsh4gjmgVl</a></p>&mdash; Rod Fergusson (@RodFergusson) <a href="https://twitter.com/RodFergusson/status/1953881496013689332?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 8, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Who Was Rod Fergusson, and What Did He Do?</h2>



<p>Before Blizzard, Rod was known for helping ship big, known projects like Gears 5. He has long been seen as a &#8220;closer&#8221; in the industry – someone who gets games over the finish line when they need it most.</p>



<p>At Blizzard, he stepped in during a rough development period for Diablo and helped guide the team through launch and everything that came after. His departure now opens up a question: Who can handle that &#8216;pressure&#8217; next?</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What This Means for Diablo&#8217;s Future</h2>



<p>Rod left with confidence in the team&#8217;s direction, but stepping away from a huge franchise always raises questions. Will Diablo continue its momentum under a new leader? Could this change lead to a new, different creative direction? Or will things stay mostly the same?</p>



<p>Rod says the team is in a good place and that things are set up for long-term success. Nevertheless, someone this known stepping away leaves some questions about what comes next, especially with more expansions and long-term support planned.</p>



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<p>For now, Diablo IV continues on its seasonal roadmap, with another expansion expected next year. We will have to wait and see who takes the reins next.</p>



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<p>For more Diablo updates, guides, and other news, check out our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/">main D4 hub</a>.</p>


Rod Fergusson Leavling Blizzard Diablo Team

Rod Fergusson Leaves Blizzard – Who Will Lead Diablo Next?


<p>Blizzard is officially revamping their developer livestreams for <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a>, starting with Season 10. We should hear more about the changes next week.</p>



<p>In an X-post (tweet) posted by community manager Adam Fletcher (<a href="https://x.com/PezRadar" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@PezRadar</a>), he confirmed that the Season 10 PTR is still a few weeks out. The team is taking this time to <strong>&#8220;change up the format&#8221;</strong> for dev streams going forward.</p>



<p><em><strong>&#8220;The streams need some adjustments after a few years. We have been wanting to readjust to better serve players and some feedback,&#8221;</strong></em> Fletcher wrote. You can see the whole post here:</p>



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<p>He added that a blog post about the changes is already in review and should be shared publicly next week.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Change the Livestream Format?</h2>



<p>Although no specific details were given, the Diablo 4 developer streams (aka Campfire Chats) have received mixed feedback in recent months, from pacing and communication style to how much real information is delivered. </p>



<p>Season 10 (<strong>Infernal Chaos, Sep-Dec</strong>) might be a welcome &#8216;new start&#8217; for how Blizzard presents these streams. It will bring new endgame systems and the second IP crossover event. With that in mind, this revamp could be Blizzard&#8217;s way of improving how they present <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">seasonal content</a>, PTR feedback, and roadmap news.</p>



<p>Earlier this year, Blizzard confirmed that they will no longer release mid-season patches. Big changes will only come with season launches. So it makes sense to improve the Campfire Chats if they are going to be the main source of seasonal info.</p>



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<p>As Adam mentioned, the <strong>Season 10 PTR is still a few weeks away</strong>, and there is no Campfire Chat scheduled yet. But once the changes are finalized, we can probably expect a preview stream.</p>



<p>He also said that Blizzard is adjusting how PTR livestreams work. That suggests a more focused or refined format going forward.</p>



<p>This whole topic might not sound like a big deal, but for those of us who follow seasonal content closely, it can really help. If Blizzard announces dev streams more clearly and gets the word out better, especially before PTR launches, it gives them a chance to explain new systems in detail and get clearer feedback from the community. Making it easier to follow what is coming and share feedback can only help before things go live.</p>



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<p>For more updates like this, head over to our main <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/">Diablo 4 news hub</a>.</p>


Blizzard Is Reworking Diablo 4 Livestreams for Season 10


<p>Blizzard&#8217;s Diablo franchise is heading to your dining room. An officially licensed tabletop RPG based on <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> is being worked on! And it is already looking like it is going to be everything fans could want from a dark fantasy roleplaying experience. Expect loot, lore, and lots of dice rolls!</p>



<p>The game is simply titled <strong>Diablo: The Roleplaying Game</strong>. It is planned for a full release in 2026, but the <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/glasscannonunplugged/706666020" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kickstarter campaign is now live via Glass Cannon Unplugged</a>. </p>



<p>This is not just a quick cash-in either. It is being developed by a highly qualified team of tabletop creators, led by Joe LeFavi (Blade Runner RPG), and featuring designers behind Fate, Ironsworn, Blades in the Dark, and more.</p>



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<p>Unlike previous Diablo-inspired D&amp;D materials, this is a standalone system built from the ground up. It features a custom D6 dice pool system, a cinematic action, and a world covered in dark, gothic horror.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What to Expect</h2>



<p>In Diablo: The Roleplaying Game, you will begin your journey as a powerful hero, not a beginner. There is no place for noobs in this game! You will always start as an advanced character, and never at level 1. Hacking, slashing, and casting powerful spells as a champion of Sanctuary. </p>



<p>You can choose from iconic classes like:</p>



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<li>Barbarian</li>



<li>Sorcerer</li>



<li>Necromancer</li>



<li>Druid</li>



<li>Rogue</li>
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<p>The story takes place directly after the events of Diablo 4, letting you explore a vast, post-campaign world. The core rulebook expands over 300 pages, full of new rules, lore, maps, and stunning dark fantasy artwork.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Beyond the Core Rulebook</h2>



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<p>Alongside the base game, the release will also include:</p>



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<li>A deluxe collector&#8217;s edition</li>



<li>One-shot adventure anthologies made by big names like:
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<li>Graham McNeill (Warhammer)</li>



<li>Micky Neilson (Diablo)</li>
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<li>Premium miniatures</li>



<li>Collectible prints</li>



<li>Custom dice sets</li>



<li>&#8230;and more!</li>
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<p>The full campaign will launch during <strong>Q4 2025</strong>, with even more reveals and goals to come!</p>



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<li>Dark Fantasy World
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<li>Face horrors in Sanctuary and battle your inner demons.</li>
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<li>Cinematic Combat
<ul>
<li>Fast, hack-and-slash action based on stats, positioning, and narrative.</li>
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</li>



<li>Push-Your-Luck Mechanics
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<li>Gamble your soul as you walk the fine line between power and damnation.</li>
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<li>Legendary Loot
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<li>Dungeon runs, treasure, and gear! Just like the video game.</li>
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<li>Drop-in and Drop-out Friendly
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<li>Perfect for both short campaigns and long-term stories, with one-shot adventures included.</li>
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<p>If you have ever dreamed of a Diablo action-RPG reimagined as a tabletop experience, this might be the one you have been waiting for.</p>



<p>Do not forget to follow the <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/glasscannonunplugged/706666020" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kickstarter</a> to stay updated!</p>


Diablo 4 Tabletop RPG Is Coming – And It Is Everything You Hoped For


<p>Blizzard has officially brought back the popular Mother&#8217;s Blessing Week event in <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo IV</a>, giving us the perfect reason to return to Sanctuary!</p>



<p> From <strong>now until August 12</strong>, you can enjoy bonus XP and increased gold drops across all game modes. </p>



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<p>If you did not finish your <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seasonal Journey</a>, if you are pushing endgame content, or just starting out, this limited-time event is the best opportunity to level up your characters faster and earn extra gold for crafting, upgrades, and more! </p>



<p>The bonus applies to both Seasonal and Eternal Realms, and it stacks with other in-game XP boosts as well. This means that you can use your potions that give additional XP during the event for even more bonuses. If you have been waiting for a good moment to power-level a new build or alt, this is it. You will not get a better opportunity! </p>



<p>There is no special quest or mechanic to activate. All you have to do is just log in, play, and enjoy the rewards. The event ends on August 12, so make the most of it while you can!</p>


Diablo 4’s Mother’s Blessing Week Returns With Various Bonuses!


<p>With <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> currently in a quiet phase, patiently waiting for the next season or even expansion, and <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/titan-quest-2/news" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Titan Quest 2</a> having just launched in early access, it might be time for Blizzard to take notes. </p>



<p>The two games are miles apart in tone and style—Diablo 4 is much more gothic and bloody, Titan Quest 2 is more into myth and legend. However, both belong to the same competitive ARPG genre. And Titan Quest 2 is actually bringing in new systems and design ideas that feel surprisingly good. </p>



<p>So what could Diablo 4 learn from this new approach? A lot more than you would think.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Class Flexibility</h2>



<p>Titan Quest 2 lets players pick and combine two masteries instead of locking into a predefined class. This system lets you be much more creative with your build. On top of that, you get way more choice when customizing your masteries: skills, modifiers, and more within each one. And if you&#8217;re not happy with your setup, you can easily respec everything.</p>



<p>Meanwhile, in Diablo 4, you pick a class and stick with it. And despite some flexibility within skill trees and Paragon boards, the core mechanics always stay the same. Each season, we can notice pretty much the same builds ranking on top, with players becoming more and more bored by the monotony of the gameplay. A lot of skills within classes are never used; you just don&#8217;t have much room to experiment with your character if you want a build that can make it past Tier 4.</p>



<p>Players think Diablo 4 could benefit from more build customization options, especially when it comes to class powers, which often don&#8217;t feel impactful. All the classes mainly use the exact same class power for their builds, because the rest doesn&#8217;t feel like it changes anything. If those were reworked into more meaningful masteries or modifiers, it would open up the door to many more build possibilities.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A World That Feels Open and Rewarding to Explore</h2>



<p>Titan Quest 2&#8217;s world feels less like you&#8217;re just following a quest marker. Diablo 4 has beautiful zones, but the open world can sometimes feel both limited and empty. Titan Quest has optional bosses you can seek out on the map, more things to discover, and also more rewards.</p>



<p>What players think Diablo 4 could do is make exploration more rewarding and less predictable. Things like hidden events, secrets, optional bosses not pinpointed on the map, or alternative travel paths would go a long way. Basically, give players a reason to actually go around the open-world. </p>



<p>Right now, many players never even step into the beautiful open world. They teleport from dungeon to dungeon, to <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/helltide-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Helltides</a>, to Town, and repeat all over again. Nothing feels rewarding, not even the world bosses. If the world felt less empty and more rewarding, players might actually start exploring the game&#8217;s open world. A few things that could make it more engaging might include:</p>



<ul>
<li>Hidden events with big chests that have guarantied Greater Affix items</li>



<li>Optional bosses that can be fought once with a <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Quest_MiscTrinkets_11.webp" alt="Resplendent Spark"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Crafting Material" data-item-quality="normal">Resplendent Spark</span></span></a> as a reward, or maybe even a guaranteed <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/how-to-farm-uber-uniques" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mythic Unique</a></li>



<li>Secrets to uncover (like the <strong>Cow Level</strong>, or a hidden path leading straight to a dungeon in hell with a guarantied Mythic or 4 Greater Affix items at the end)</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Crafting That Complements Loot, Not Replaces It</h2>



<p>Loot is a big part in ARPGs. While Titan Quest 2 does not really have crafting just yet, it still seems to strike a nice balance with the items you find, instead of flooding you with trash. It also brings back set items that can again allow you to customize your build more. </p>



<p>Compare that to Diablo 4, where loot often feels bloated, with stat rolls that rarely excite past the early stages. A lot of <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/diablo4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reddit posts</a> already point out that <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/tempering-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tempering</a> and <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/masterworking-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Masterworking</a> often feel like they ruin your gear rather than improve it, due to how random and punishing the system can be.</p>



<p>A lot of people are also asking for the <strong>Set items</strong> to make a comeback! Those used to be key items in previous games, but are still missing in Diablo 4. Set Items could let players create new, original builds!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tactical Combat That Isn&#8217;t Just About Numbers</h2>



<p>Titan Quest II wants boss fights and elite enemies to feel like real boss fights, with real emphasis on movement, positioning, and avoiding telegraphed attacks. Think fewer one-shot mechanics, more pattern-based encounters. </p>



<p>In Diablo 4, once you hit endgame, combat can often boil down to AoE spamming and melting everything with high numbers. Players have been quick to call out the recurrent problem with <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Boss fights</a>. Bosses just become HP sponges in the late game. The fights are full of one-shot mechanics you can barely avoid, and often have unskippable phases instead of feeling meaningful or fun. Add more enemy variety and mechanics that challenge how you fight, not just how much damage you can deal or take.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion: Not Competition but Real Inspiration</h2>



<p>The goal isn&#8217;t to say one game is better than the other, or that one does everything better. The goal is to point out the good things that one can take inspiration from, to make it better. New games always push older ones to come up with fresh, inspiring ideas to improve themselves.</p>



<p>For Blizzard, this could be the perfect time to take notes. Diablo 4 has the foundation of something great, but if it wants to keep longtime players engaged and bring back those who bounced off, it might want to borrow a few pages from its mythological cousin.</p>


What Diablo 4 Could Learn From Titan Quest 2


<p>Some of <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Season 9</a>&#8216;s <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/latest-season-journey-for-diablo-4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seasonal Journey</a> challenges are a bit of a pain to complete this time, and not very clear with instructions. Especially the ones asking you to deactivate enemy affixes with infusions or to complete specific objectives in <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/nightmare-dungeon-guide">Escalating Nightm</a><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/nightmare-dungeon-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a</a><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/nightmare-dungeon-guide">res</a>. </p>



<p>A lot of new players are asking for advices on Reddit, on how to complete those objectives fast, and players in the comments have shared their best tips!</p>



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<p>Here is a recap of what you need to do to finish those two specific seasonal quests!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Complete the Infusion Affix Cancelling Challenge</h2>



<p>This quest asks you to cancel out enemy affixes using the right infusion power (from the Season 9 <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/horadric-spells-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Horadric powers</a>), and here is how it works:</p>



<ul>
<li>Equip one of the seasonal <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/horadric-spells-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Horadric Infusions</a> from your inventory&#8217;s seasonal tab.</li>



<li>Head into content with plenty of elite enemies like Nightmare Dungeons or The Pit.</li>



<li>Look for elites that have specific affixes (like Vampiric, Volcanic, etc.) and attack them while your infusion is active.</li>



<li>The infusion must be upgraded to at least Rank 5 to trigger the affix cancel.</li>



<li>Swap to a different infusion after completing one. </li>



<li>Keep checking progress between runs, it is a bit random, not going to lie&#8230;</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Open Grand Horadric Caches</h2>



<p>Another seasonal quest is causing issues, and it is the &#8220;Night Terrors&#8221; one. This quest asks you to open Grand Horadric Caches in <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/horadric-strongrooms" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Strongrooms</a> during <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/nightmare-dungeon-guide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Escalating Nightmares</a>, and to complete local Events with Mastery in Escalating Nightmares.</p>



<p>Here is how it works:</p>



<ul>
<li>Escalating Nightmare Dungeons are those activated using Legendary-quality (orange) Nightmare Sigils. You can find those in Horadric Strongrooms inside other normal Nightmare Dungeons.</li>



<li>Use the sigil from your Consumables tab to start an Escalating run.</li>



<li>Find a Strongroom.</li>



<li>At the end of the Strongroom, you will be rewarded with a Grand Horadric Cache. Open it to completes the &#8220;Open Grand Horadric Caches found in Horadric Strongrooms during Escalating Nightmares&#8221;.</li>



<li>The second part asks you to complete random events inside Escalating Dungeons (for example, saving villagers, activating pillars, etc.). These are fully RNG-based, so expect to run a few dungeons before completing it. You need 5 of them.</li>



<li>If you run out of Escalating Sigils, party up with other players. You can join their dungeon even if you do not have one of your own.</li>



<li>You can run through the dungeons on lower Torment Tier to make it faster. You do not need to do that in T4 if your goal is just to complete the achievements.</li>
</ul>



<p>With all those tips coming straight from the community, you should have no issue finishing your season journey! </p>


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