The Vessel of Hatred expansion has brought a tidal wave of fresh content that will leave even the most seasoned adventurers wide-eyed.Blizzarddidn’tjust sprinkle a few new mechanics into the game they unleashed a storm of features thatredefinewhat it means to roam Sanctuary.

Review: Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

Return to Sanctuary to put an end to the Lord of Hatred.

From the haunting depths of the Kurast Undercity to the thrilling cooperative challenges of the Dark Citadel raidVesselof Hatred is a love letter to thefranchise’score ethos:biggerbattles, richer stories, and better loot. Butthat’snot all! New gameplay mechanics like the long-awaited Party Finder tool make teaming up with fellow demon-slayers easier. Andlet’snot forget the revamped leveling systems and class abilities breathe new life into your favorite heroes. So, ifyou’reready to dive back into a world dripping with terror, powerandfun,Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatredis calling.

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8New Spiritborn Class

As agile, jungle-inspired warriors from the Nahantu region, Spiritborn fighters are in tune with nature, channeling ancient spirit guardians like the Jaguar, Eagle, Gorilla and Centipede. Each guardian adds distinct abilities that shape gameplay style, allowing for flexible strategies depending on which spirit you lean into.

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Ifyou’reall about speed and high-impact moves, the Jaguarguardianis for you.Preferprecision and swift movement? The Eagle boosts your mobility and ability to deal lightning damage. On thetankierside, the Gorilla grants solid defense while inflicting physical pain.There’salso the Centipede, which offers life-stealing andcrowd controlabilities.This makes it a great fit for players who want battlefield control with sustained health​.

7Mercenaries

Mercenaries areindeedone of themajornew features, specifically designed to add more depth and support for solo play.Younot onlygeta coolset of combat skillsbut alsounique passive abilities when you hire Mercenaries.

You’llfirst unlock Mercenaries through an encounter with Raheir, a shield-bearer. From there, you may take on quests to recruit three more Mercenaries, each with distinct abilities and combat roles. YouBuickup something called Rapport as a reward for finishing different tasks thrown at you and your Mercenary. You can then use your Rapport skill points to unlock abilities in theMercenary’sunique skill tree and additional perks.

Spiritborn Class in Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

6Leveling is Now Easier

Anothercool thingabout DiabloIVis that leveling is now easier.The previous level cap of 100 is reduced to 60, aiming to make maxing out characters faster.

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This change lets you experiment with different classes more easily and enjoy the game without facing a lengthy grind. After hitting level 60, you may continue progressing with a reworked Paragon systemthat’snow cappedat 300 levels.

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5Better Looting System

In the Vessel of Hatred expansion, the looting system has seenmajorchanges that streamline gameplay and make it easier to get ideal gear. Rare items now drop with fewer affixes, making lower-tier items less appealing after level 60.Alsoyou can’t upgrade Sacred Legendary items anymore, as theyare now describedas“Legacy”items.

Legendary items at level 60 now drop at a set Item Power 750.There’salso the overall reduction in armor, healthand damagestats, meaning less need for constant calculations to maximize damage.

Mercenaries in Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

4Party Finder

The Party Finder tool in the Vessel of Hatred expansion allows you toeasilyform groups with other players and tackle specific game content together. Whetheryou’rein the mood for boss runs or world events, this toolhas got you covered.

You can browse available parties and join in on theactionor set up yourownlisting to invite others for a specific activity. Finding the Party Finder is quick and easy.Just goto the Social menu, which you canfindin the top corner of your map interface.

Leveling Level 60 in Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

3Dark Citadel

Another exciting feature in Vessel of Hatred is the Dark Citadel.Thisadds a high-stake, teamwork-driven dungeon experience to the endgame challenges. This dungeonisn’tjust any typical boss-run,it’sa full-scale, multi-phase co-op raid with unique design elements.

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Within its walls, players will have to split into teams to tackle three different wings, each filled with intricate challenges and ruthless enemies,all leading upto an intense, final boss battle. To enter the Dark Citadel, you must have reached the level 60 cap, marking the entry into endgame content.

2Kurast Undercity

TheKurast Undercityis a thrilling new challenge dungeonsetbeneath the Nahantu region. With its winding floors and time-bound mechanics, you’ll be on a race against the clock as you fight to reach the end of the dungeon.

There are several floors in the dungeonandeachis packedwith enemies, known as the Afflicted, who try to drain your timer and prevent you from reaching the District Boss. Thankfully, slaying these enemies –especiallythe more powerful“Greater Afflicted” –adds precious seconds to your countdown, allowing you to extend your run.

1New Abilities - Mighty Throw, Dance of Knives, E.t.c.

You already knowthere’sa new class in the Vessel of Hatred expansion.But you also havenew abilitiesat your fingertips when you chooseany of the original classes – Barbarian, Druid, Sorcerer, NecromancerandRogue.With a new skill like Mighty Throw, you inflict severe damage on enemies when you throw your weapon at them.

If you like playing with knives, you will have a swell time with a skill like Dance of Knives as a Rogue.Youjust have to throw a bunch of knives at your enemies and watch them do their thing.

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