Diablo 4 Announces Release Schedule for Vessel of Hatred DLC

Blizzard has officially revealed the release date and time for Diablo 4's highly anticipated Vessel of Hatred expansion, giving fans the opportunity to mark their calendars and prepare for its launch. Despite a challenging start, Diablo 4 has managed to build a solid player base over the past year, thanks to significant updates that have improved the game’s experience. Season 4 introduced major loot system overhauls that were met with player praise, and Season 6 is expected to bring similarly exciting changes to progression.

In addition to the updates planned for Season 6, the Vessel of Hatred expansion is fast approaching. This DLC brings a fresh campaign that picks up where the main story left off, with Neyrelle grappling to control Mephisto's Soulstone.

Players will journey into the jungles of Nahantu, the homeland of the new Spiritborn class. Mercenary NPCs are also making a comeback, and Blizzard is introducing an all-new cooperative endgame activity called the Dark Citadel, offering both challenging encounters and greater rewards. Fans eager to dive into this new content can now rejoice as Blizzard has confirmed the official release schedule for the expansion.

While the Vessel of Hatred launch date is set for October 8, the exact time of release varies depending on where players are located. In a social media post, Blizzard outlined the global rollout, revealing that the expansion will be available starting October 7 at 4 PM Pacific Daylight Time in the U.S. The post includes a map that converts this time for players in different regions, such as Sao Paulo, London, and Sydney.

Vessel of Hatred Release Schedule and Preorder Bonuses

Ahead of the launch, players still have the option to preorder the Vessel of Hatred expansion and receive exclusive bonuses, including the Mother’s Lament Legendary Gem for Diablo Immortal and a new pet for Diablo 4—Alkor the Snow Leopard. Preorder customers will also be able to preload both the Season 6 patch and the Vessel of Hatred DLC in advance, ensuring a smooth experience on release day. Preloading for Battle.net players begins on September 30 at 4 PM PDT, while console players can start a few days later on October 5 at 4 PM PDT.

With the Vessel of Hatred expansion expected to keep Diablo 4's positive momentum going, the game has already proven to be a major success for Blizzard. Recently, it was revealed that players have spent a staggering $150 million on microtransactions since the game's release, even after the initial controversies surrounding the launch. Although some players remain critical of the pricing for certain in-game items, Blizzard’s microtransaction model has undoubtedly contributed to the game's financial success.

For fans eagerly awaiting new content, Vessel of Hatred promises to expand the Diablo 4 universe while offering thrilling new challenges, making it a must-play addition to the game’s evolving landscape.