
Along with its monetized battle pass tracks, Blizzard also says it's planning a rotating assortment of gear for Diablo IV's cash shop. Some perks unlocked through the season, like unique items and powers, join you in Diablo IV's base game after the events wrap up. Since seasons only last three months, the accelerated pass is geared toward anyone who starts the season late, retroactively unlocking tiers for a boost.

Ashes can be redeemed for seasonal blessings (buffs) for experience points, gold, potion extensions, or Obols. The free battle pass is available to everyone, adding 27 tiers with rewards like Smoldering Ashes and other cosmetics. Blizzard's seasonal pass offers a free path to completion, along with paid routes and additional perks.

Seasons will require a new character, and though your older characters are still accessible, they can't participate in these additions.Įvery quarter adds a seasonal journey to support you through Diablo IV's new additions, which include challenges and rewards that work towards completing the battle pass using its experience point system, Favor. After playing through once, every new character can skip the campaign and begin the seasonal update immediately.

Diablo IV's quarterly updates are for post-launch adventuring, so you'll need to complete the base game before jumping in.
