Blizzard Entertainment has celebrated the 30th anniversary of Diablo with a special focused on the future of the franchise, revealing key updates for Diablo IV, Diablo Immortal and Diablo II: Resurrected, alongside the immediate launch of the new expansion Reign of the Warlock. Among the most significant announcements is the arrival of the Warlock, a new playable class designed as a cross-franchise element and intended to appear in multiple titles within the series. This class embodies a dark caster capable of exploiting the power of the Inferi against their own ranks, representing the evolution of the character across the different eras of Sanctuarium.
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Diablo II: Resurrected – Reign of the Warlock now available
The biggest surprise of the showcase was the immediate launch of the Reign of the Warlock expansion, which introduces the first new playable class for the title after over twenty-five years. The Warlock uses demonic summonings, transformations, and infernal bonds to dominate the battlefield, while new endgame content adds advanced challenges, collectible mystical statues, and a new battle against the Ancient Colossi. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements, such as loot filters and advanced progression systems.
Diablo Immortal – return of Andariel and new content
In 2026 Diablo Immortal will see the return of Andariel, new zones, events, and collaborations, along with the introduction of the Warlock in mobile form, scheduled for summer. The character will utilise forbidden magics of the Vizjerei and summoned demons such as the Soulgorger, expanding the range of builds and strategies.
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – two new classes and a new region
The second expansion Lord of Hatred, released on 28 aprile, will take players to the new region of Skovos to face Mefisto’s growing threat. The expansion will introduce two new classes, the Warlock and the Paladin, along with endgame systems such as the customizable War Plans and the challenges of the Hate Echo, designed to test the most advanced builds.
The special marks the start of a crucial year for the franchise, with further announcements expected until BlizzCon 2026, confirming Blizzard’s commitment to continuing to expand the Diablo universe with new content and major updates.
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