US EditionGet Ready to Ride the Light: Diablo 4's Next Expansion Adds Paladin Class, Revamps the Endgame
Lord of Hatred expansion introduces the Paladin class, new gameplay systems, and a new region, with pre-purchase granting immediate Paladin access, Blizzard said.
- On Thursday at The Game Awards, Blizzard announced the Paladin class and revealed the Lord of Hatred expansion set for April 28, 2026.
- The expansion continues the Age of Hatred saga, driving players toward a final stand against Mephisto while Lilith returns after Vessel of Hatred, forcing a perilous alliance.
- Skovos, the expansion's new region, features forests, coasts and ruins tied to Lilith and Inarius, while War Plans and Echoing Hatred revamp progression and the Horadric Cube returns with a new Talisman mechanic.
- Preorders of any edition grant immediate Paladin access plus one extra Stash Tab, two Character Slots and WoW décor, while the Ultimate edition includes 3,000 Platinum and an armor bundle for six classes.
- With one class unrevealed, Blizzard said the mystery second class will reshape the battlefield at launch while the Paladin revives classic Diablo II skills and four Paladin oaths including Juggernaut and Judicator playstyles.
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Blizzard gave "Diablo" franchise fans what they've all been waiting years for Thursday during The 2025 Game Awards: the addition of the Paladin class
Diablo 4 Expansion Lord of Hatred Revealed, Adds Not 1 but 2 New Classes, Including the Paladin | The Game Awards 2025
Blizzard has fully unveiled Diablo 4 expansion Lord of Hatred, confirming that it includes not one but two new classes — and the Paladin is playable now if you pre-purchase.
Blizzard continues the story of "Diablo 4" with "Lord of Hatred". In the expansion, players continue to fight Mephisto – on request as Paladin.
Finally, some will say (of which we are undeniably part). After months of waiting, the second extension of Diablo IV is finally revealed during the Game Awards and will bear the sweet name "Lord of Hatred". A name that leaves no room for doubts as to our opponent, Mephisto, who moreover occupies a central place in the video announcement that comes with two other excellent news: the date of release of the extension and the addition of two additio…
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