The new season is coming to Diablo 4 with many changes detailed in this article.
Itemization Changes
- The pool of affixes on items will be smaller but more relevant and potent
- Legendary items from level 95+ monsters will always be 925 item power
- Gems have been simplified but have a longer crafting progression
- Crafting, salvaging, and rewards have been returned
- Unique items will be tradable, but any changes to them will make them account-bound
New Features
- The Pit, a new endgame activity with dynamic monster spawns and ambushes
- Helltide revamp with a new "threat meter" mechanic
- Codex of Power system with more Unique items earlier in the experience
- Tempering and Masterworking for item customization
- Further camera zoom-out functionality
Class Changes and Balance
- Class changes and balance updates are also planned for Season 4, but details were limited in the sources provided
- Season 4 Theme and Reception
- The Season 4 theme remains a mystery, but the overall changes seem well-received based on the previews
Season 4 begins exactly on May 14 at 10 a.m. PT
