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New Diablo IV Beta Date Confirmed: May 12 - 14
DIABLO IV “SERVER SLAM” WEEKEND
In the last Developer Update Livestream we have been surprised with an amazing announcement. There will be another Beta available for everyone to play and stress test Blizzard Servers.
During the time period of May 12th at 12 p.m. to May 14th at 12 p.m. PDT, players will have the opportunity to play Diablo IV once again on all platforms including Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. The beta testing period will also offer features such as couch co-op for consoles and cross-play and cross-progression for all platforms.
Codex:
What to Expect During the New Beta —“Server Slam”
New Rewards — Cry of Ashava Mount Trophy
All in-game Events Available in the New Beta
How to Download and Play Diablo IV
The Latest Diablo IV Patch Notes
Watch Developer Update Livestream
What to Expect During “Server Slam”
The upcoming Server Slam event provides players a chance to test the servers prior to launch while experiencing a small portion of Diablo IV. The Prologue and Act I, including Fractured Peaks, the first Zone, will be accessible during the event. Players can choose to play as Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Rogue, or Sorcerer.
While those who participated in the Early Access and Open Beta weekends may find some of the details familiar, there are several things to be aware of with the upcoming Server Slam event.
Firstly, any progress made on characters during the previous testing phases will not carry over to the Server Slam event, and any progress made during Server Slam will not carry over to the game's official launch.
Players will have the opportunity to level their characters up to Level 20, but will no longer receive Ability Points after reaching that level.
The drop rate of Legendary Items has been adjusted to match what players can expect in the final version of Diablo IV.
Finally, the Server Slam version of the game will include all of the bug fixes and updates that were detailed in the Open Beta Retrospective blog. (opens in new tab)
In addition Fractured Peaks offers a range of activities to help you level up your character. You can stop by Kyovashad to repair and buy new equipment, upgrade your healing potion, access the Stash, and more. In this area you can also play both Main and Side Quests that will take you through Sanctuary's rich story, World and Legion Events that let you strengthen your combat skills, and Dungeons to collect gear.
New BETA Biggest Challenge: Ashava
Prepare yourself for a fierce encounter with Ashava, the only world boss available to fight in the Server Slam Event.
Defeating Ashava will be more challenging this Beta, becuase the level of characters cannot exceed Level 20.
Here are the times when you can engage in a battle with Ashava during the Server Slam:
The first encounter will begin on May 13 at 9 a.m. PDT, and thereafter every 3 hours until the last spawn on May 14 at 9 a.m. PDT.
Sever Slam REWARDS
Defeating Ashava comes with a new earnable reward, the Cry of Ashava Mount Trophy.
Also, if you missed the Early Access and Open Beta weekends, by playing Server Slam you will have another chance at earning all the previous rewards. Players who unlock these rewards will receive them once Diablo IV launches.
If you previously earned any of the below rewards from the Early Access and Open Beta weekends, you DO NOT need to earn them again.
Initial Casualty Title: earned by reaching Kyovashad with one character.
Early Voyager Title: earned by reaching Level 20 on one character.
Beta Wolf Pack Cosmetic Item: earned by reaching Level 20 on one character.
Cry of Ashava Mount Trophy: earned by defeating Ashava with one Level 20 character.
Everything Available in the New Beta
How to Download Diablo IV
You can Download the game starting with May 10 at 12 p.m. See the directions below on how to download Server Slam for your platform of choice.
If you do not have the Diablo IV Open Beta downloaded:
PC
Launch the Battle.net client. If Diablo IV is not already in your Favorites bar, you can add it by clicking on the + icon. Alternatively, you can find Diablo IV by accessing the All Games page. You’ll see Diablo IV at the top of the list.
Once you get to the Diablo IV Game Page, click the dropdown menu under Game Version and select the Diablo IV – Server Slam option. Click the blue button that says Install. The game will begin to install, and once it’s available, click Play to Launch.
Xbox
Launch the Xbox Store and search for Diablo IV–Server Slam. Select Download.
PlayStation
Launch the PlayStation Store and search for Diablo IV–Server Slam. Select Download.
For those that still have the Diablo IV Open Beta downloaded:
Once the Early Download period begins, an update will be available for you to download. After Server Slam starts, you can begin your journey into Sanctuary.
Note: An Xbox Live Gold or PlayStation Plus subscription will not be required to play Diablo IV during Server Slam in most regions. In Germany, a PlayStation Plus subscription will be required due to rating requirements. Once Diablo IV launches, an Xbox Live Gold or PlayStation Plus subscription will be required to access some of the game’s multiplayer features.
The Latest Diablo IV Patch Notes
From Player Feedback to In-Game Change
The new Beta “Server Slam” will include changes to:
Dungeons
Classes
UI
Quality of Life
Click or Tap here to see the Full Patch Notes (opens in new tab).
Diablo IV Developer Update Livestream
Although the latest Diablo IV Developer Update Livestream has ended, you can still watch the video on demand to gain new insights about the game.
The stream featured game director Joe Shely, associate game director Joseph Piepiora, and associate director of community Adam Fletcher, along with special guest host Rhykker. During the stream, the group of Diablo experts shared details on endgame content, discussed changes made to classes and dungeons based on player feedback and gameplay data, and held a live Q&A session where players could ask questions directly to the developers.
Have you enjoyed this video and hunger for more? The next Inside the Game developer video will broadcast live mid May 2023. Keep an eye out on our news site for more details.
Be Prepared to Play Again
If you have not already pre-purchased the Diablo IV Ultimate Edition for your platform of choice and want to play the new BETA and also take advantage of the Early Access with up to 4 days prior to launch (6 June), visit the shop. (opens new tab)
Want to learn more about Diablo 4? Check out:
⬜ Diablo 4 Home Page (opens in new tab)
⬜ Diablo 4 Patch Notes (opens in new tab)
