Diablo 4 is one of the most anticipated games of 2023, and fans of the legendary action RPG series are eager to get their hands on it. Fortunately, Blizzard has announced an open beta for Diablo 4, which will let anyone try out the game for free before its official release on June 6.
In this blog post, we will cover everything you need to know about the Diablo 4 beta, including how to download it, when it starts and ends, what content is available, and how to earn exclusive rewards.
How to download the Diablo 4 beta
The Diablo 4 beta is available on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. You don't need a code or a pre-order to access it, as it is open to everyone. However, if you pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe or Ultimate Edition of Diablo 4, you can get up to four days of early access to the beta.
To download the Diablo 4 beta on PC, you need to have a Battle.net account and the Battle.net client installed. Then, follow these steps:
- Open your Battle.net client
- Find Diablo 4 at the top of the list on the All Games page
- Open the Diablo 4 Game Page
- Open the 'Game Version' dropdown and select 'Diablo 4 - Beta'
- Click the blue Install button
To download the Diablo 4 beta on PlayStation or Xbox, you need to have a PlayStation Network or Xbox Live account. Then, follow these steps:
- Open the PlayStation or Xbox Store
- Search for 'Diablo 4 Open Beta'
- Select the beta from the results
- Hit the Download button
When does the Diablo 4 beta start and end?
The Diablo 4 beta has two phases: Early Access and Open Beta. The Early Access phase is exclusive to those who pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe or Ultimate Edition of Diablo 4, and it runs from March 15 at 9 AM PT/noon ET to March 23 at 9 AM PT/noon ET.
The Open Beta phase is available to everyone, regardless of whether they pre-ordered or not, and it runs from March 24 at 9 AM PT/noon ET to March 26 at 9 AM PT/noon ET.
What content is available in the Diablo 4 beta?
The Diablo 4 beta is a large vertical slice of the full experience that's coming later this year. It includes both the Prologue and Act 1 of the story and will allow players to level a character up to Level 25.
Players can choose from all five classes in Diablo 4: Sorcerer, Rogue, Barbarian, Druid, and Paladin. Each class has its own unique skills, talents, and playstyle. Players can also customize their characters' appearance, voice, and background.
The beta features a vast open world that players can explore solo or with up to three other players in co-op mode. The world is filled with quests, dungeons, events, secrets, loot, and enemies. Players can also encounter world bosses that require teamwork and strategy to defeat.
The beta also introduces some new features that are new to Diablo 4, such as mounts, camps, clans, PvP zones, trading posts, and seasonal battle passes.
How to earn exclusive rewards in the Diablo 4 beta
One of the main incentives for playing the Diablo 4 beta is that you can earn exclusive rewards that will carry over to the full game when it launches. These rewards include:
- The Beta Wolf Pack: A cosmetic pet that will follow you around in Diablo 4. To earn it, you need to reach level 20 during the beta.
- The Temptation Mount: A demonic horse that you can ride in Diablo 4. To earn it, you need to pre-order the Digital Deluxe or Ultimate Edition of Diablo 4.
- The Hellborn Carapace Mount Armor: A fiery armour set for your mount in Diablo 4. To earn it, you need to pre-order the Ultimate Edition of Diablo 4.
- The Wings of the Creator Emote: A special emote that makes your character sprout angelic wings in Diablo 4. To earn it, you need to pre-order the Ultimate Edition of Diablo 4.
Note that your progress in terms of levels, skills, items, and achievements will not carry over from the beta to the full game.
Conclusion
The Diablo 4 beta is a great opportunity for fans of the series and newcomers alike to experience a glimpse of what Blizzard has been working on