{"id":217165,"date":"2024-03-26T16:28:33","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T16:28:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/26\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-diablo-iv-coming-to-game-pass\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:19:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:19:54","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-diablo-iv-coming-to-game-pass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/26\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-diablo-iv-coming-to-game-pass\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Diablo IV Coming to Game Pass"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The gates of Hell are opening even wider, and <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/diablo-iv\/9NQRCD3W41L3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Diablo IV<\/a><\/em><\/strong> is coming to Game Pass starting March 28! Whether you\u2019re a seasoned demon slayer, or brand new to the world of Diablo, this guide is for you. Let\u2019s unleash the darkness and unravel the mysteries of Sanctuary. <\/p>\n<p>For PC players, here\u2019s how to get in the game:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/BattleNet_Summary_FNL_JPG-7a4977e962b62d8f1236.jpg\" alt=\"Diablo BattleNet Summary Asset\" class=\"wp-image-200713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/BattleNet_Summary_FNL_JPG-7a4977e962b62d8f1236.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/BattleNet_Summary_FNL_JPG-7a4977e962b62d8f1236-462x578.jpg 462w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/BattleNet_Summary_FNL_JPG-7a4977e962b62d8f1236-546x683.jpg 546w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/BattleNet_Summary_FNL_JPG-7a4977e962b62d8f1236-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Open the Xbox App on PC and make sure you are signed in with your Microsoft account tied to your Game Pass membership. Then click on Diablo IV and then the Install button.<\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cInstall Battle.net\u201d when prompted and complete the installation. (If you already have Battle.net installed, you\u2019ll skip to the next step automatically)<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll be prompted to connect your Battle.net account to your Microsoft account. If you already have a Battle.net account you can log in to complete the connection, or from here you can create a Battle.net account to make the connection.<\/li>\n<li>Once you have downloaded Battle.net and connected your accounts, you can complete the installation of <em>Diablo IV<\/em>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Story and Lore<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to Diablo, you will be able to dive right into the demonic world of <em>Diablo IV<\/em> with no need to have played the previous titles. The story takes place several decades after the events of <i>Diablo III and<\/i> introduces a new cast of characters and motivations in the most sinister chapter of the Diablo universe to date. This is a standalone game that you can jump into immediately, illustrating how the very world you\u2019ll save came to be. Set in Sanctuary, a refuge built by members of the warring High Heavens and Burning Hells as an escape from the unremitting conflict, you begin your journey wandering through an ominous frozen land. You quickly learn about the prophesied return of the demon Lilith, the Daughter of Hatred, who created Sanctuary alongside the arch angel Inarius. Consumed by hatred and revenge, her desire for the conquest and destruction of heaven and hell puts all of Sanctuary\u2019s denizens at risk as she brings dark urges to the hearts of both demons and humans alike.\u00a0 It falls on you and a select few to oppose her plans and do battle while keeping the fate of Sanctuary in the balance.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gameplay<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you know a little more about Sanctuary, let\u2019s talk gameplay. Diablo IV is an isometric action role playing game (ARPG), where you\u2019ll harness abilities, powerful Skills, and famed gear to defend your home from snarling demons and otherworldly horrors. Across Sanctuary, you\u2019ll delve into replayable, procedurally generated dungeons, while progressing through the story and getting more potent items and materials for your wanderer. Your character traverses the open world of Sanctuary, hack-and-slashing through the progression system as one of five experience-defining class fantasies: Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Rogue, or Sorcerer Participate in world events, take down strongholds, work with other players to tackle World Bosses, or battle other players in the PvP Fields of Hatred. Join or make your own clan to form alliances with other players. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We have a quick \u201cteach me\u201d from head of Diablo Rod Fergusson to walk through how to play:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-embed-handler wp-block-embed-embed-handler wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe title=\"Battling The Forces Of Hell With A Friend In Diablo IV - Xbox Teach Me: Episode 4\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/971V-LsPoZg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choose your Class<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0There are 5 classes to choose from in Diablo IV. Each with multiple skills and talents to\u00a0 fit your preferred playstyle.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Barbarian<\/strong>: The master of arms of Diablo IV. Dual wield or swing massive 2-handed weapons (with the ability to swap between both in the heat of combat) while you get up close and personal with your enemies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Druid<\/strong>: Shapeshift your way through Sanctuary as a werewolf or a werebear while doling out magic alongside your spirit animal pets (they each grant you specific boons) to freak out everyone around you.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Necromancer<\/strong>: You never have to travel alone as a speaker of the dead. Use your profane knowledge to summon your own personal pack of skeletons and a golem to fight the monsters for, or with you.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rogue<\/strong>: If you can\u2019t choose between ranged or melee, why not both? Move quickly in combat to either stab combatants up close or fire at them with a bow from afar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sorcerer<\/strong>: Enjoy time around the fire as you set your enemies ablaze (or freeze them or strike with lightning) with elemental magics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to Diablo IV, it\u2019s recommended to start by creating a character in the Seasonal realm, but do not check the \u201cSkip Campaign\u201d option \u2013 make your way through Diablo IV\u2019s story mode first. Seasons are recurring, time-limited events, challenges, rewards, and gameplay changes, and when a season ends, your seasonal characters and their progress are converted to non-seasonal characters, so once you\u2019re through the story mode, you\u2019re good to roll a new character for Season 4 dropping in May! <\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re about to dive into a world of chaos, monsters, gear, and a conflict between the High Heavens and Burning Hells. <\/p>\n<p>Pick your class, play style, and go hunt down Lilith. See you in hell, friends! <\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1711465063405\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9NQRCD3W41L3\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9NQRCD3W41L3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.50385.13768370188591668.9b6ad90e-d193-4b9a-bcf0-0e0b04aa8415.4ddaa494-5d17-4d22-a3fc-f5bb80aea649?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Diablo\u00ae IV\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-live\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xbllogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Live\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Diablo\u00ae IV<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Blizzard Entertainment<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">679<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\tDiablo\u00ae IV is the next-gen action RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons, and legendary loot. Embark on the campaign solo or with friends, meeting memorable characters through beautifully dark settings and a gripping story, or go rogue through an expansive End Game and shared world where players will meet in towns to trade, team up to battle World Bosses, or descend into PVP zones to test their skills against other players \u2013 no lobbies necessary \u2013 with cross-play and cross-progression on all available platforms.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThis is only the beginning for Diablo\u00ae IV, with new events, stories, seasons, rewards, and more looming on the horizon.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nBattle.net account required. Internet connection required.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFor more information, please visit Diablo.com.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n\u00a9 2023 Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. 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