Summary

  • The Fell Council, previously seen in Diablo 2, is returning as bosses in Diablo 4's new mode, Infernal Hordes, adding to the game's depth.
  • In addition, Season 5 of Diablo 4 will introduce new content like Burning Aether currency and Spoils of Hell chests with Legendary items.

Diablo 4 has shown new footage of the Fell Council, one of the game's new bosses, which was seen for the first time in Diablo 2. The council will join the game with the start of Diablo 4's fifth season, addressing players' requests to see more Diablo 2 flavor in the latest entry of the series.

This isn't the only return of characters seen in previous Diablo games, as Diablo 4 players know some names like Ashava the Pestilent, a giant demon with massive blades on its arms, who was previously seen in Diablo Immortal. Another character familiar to fans is Lyndon the Scoundrel, a Diablo 4 NPC who appeared in Diablo 3 and the Reaper of Souls expansion. It's impossible not to mention Butcher, a demon who gave Diablo 4 players nightmares, who was seen before in Diablo, Diablo 3, and Diablo Immortal. For Diablo 4 Season 5, Blizzard is bringing back faces familiar to seasoned Diablo players.

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During the Campfire Chat broadcast on August 1, Diablo 4 revealed footage of the Fell Council. Formed by Geleb the Flame, Bremm the Maelstrom, Wyand the Shadow, Maffer the Cruel, and Ismael the Accursed, the characters will be the bosses of Diablo 4's new mode, Infernal Hordes. When players beat the enemy waves, three random members of the Fell Council will appear for battle. According to Diablo 4, there will be 10 possible variations of this encounter, which the devs believe will "create many different flavors of the boss fight."

Diablo 4 Bringing Back Diablo 2 Characters in New Game Mode

For veteran players, the presence of the Fell Council is nothing new, as Diablo 4's new enemies were one of the threats seen in Diablo 2. In the second game in the franchise, the council members were once generous men who led Zakarum. Their fight to contain Mephisto was unsuccessful, and they were all corrupted and transformed into agents of evil with powerful abilities. Eventually, Diablo 2 players had to send the group straight to hell.

When Diablo 4's fifth season begins, players who defeat the Fell Council will receive Burning Aether. With this currency, players will be able to buy Spoils of Hell, chests into which Diablo 4 will place Legendary and Unique items, Summoning Materials, and Gold. But this won't be the only new feature of the fifth season, which will bring content such as more questlines, a new battle pass, and the anticipated rework of Diablo 4's Uniques.

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Diablo 4
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Top Critic Avg: 88 /100 Critics Rec: 93%
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June 5, 2023
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Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
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Blizzard
Publisher(s)
Blizzard
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Diablo® IV is the ultimate action-RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish dungeons, and legendary loot.

Embark on the epic campaign solo or with friends, meeting memorable characters through a gripping story in a beautifully dark world, or explore an expansive end game: battle iconic bosses for powerful loot, fight back the encroaching onslaught of Hell in Helltides, master the Forge to create your ultimate weapons and progress powerful characters, with cross-play and cross-progression on all available platforms.

Welcome to Hell

Discover the critically acclaimed franchise that defined the Action RPG genre. As the battle between the High Heavens and Burning Hells rages on, hatred devours Sanctuary as evil spreads and a new wave of cultists and worshippers arise to embrace Lilith’s coming. Only a brave few dare to face this threat and bring light to the all-consuming darkness.

Expansive Open World

Forge your own path through the corrupted lands of Sanctuary, an ever-growing, fully explorable world teeming with challenges, quests, enemies, and loot. Join your fellow adventurers, rescue and retake besieged towns, delve into nightmarish dungeons and uncover lost secrets as you fight back evil. The many zones of Sanctuary are yours to explore, and with rotating areas of extreme peril like World Bosses and Helltide, danger lurks at every turn.

Immersive Character Development

Create and customize your character to face the encroaching darkness. Choose from one of five classes and build your hero with skills, abilities and cosmetics, creating a champion that is uniquely your own. Grow stronger as you progress through powerful Skill Trees and develop even more unique end game specializations with Paragon Boards.

Legendary Gear, Epic Battles

Discover and experiment with a vast arsenal of powerful weapons, armor and more to fight back against the demons threatening Sanctuary. Explore unique combinations, create your own upgrades and collect a plethora of powerful tools to battle in immersive, action-packed combat against the deadliest of enemies.

Seasons & Events

The tales of Sanctuary continue to unfold. Create Seasonal Characters and join in fresh adventures - master new mechanics and take on the latest threats in each new Season. Complete harrowing feats of the Season Journey and earn new Battle Pass rewards. Plus, sharpen your swords and get in the spirit of the seasons when Limited-Time Events sweep through Sanctuary.

End Game Undertakings

There’s even more Diablo® IV to explore as you reach higher levels and more fearsome World Tiers. Face the greatest challenge yet as you take on the most powerful demons in The Pit, steel yourself against Uber Bosses to reap uber unique rewards, fight back overflowing armies of Hell as Helltides emerge across Sanctuary, battle larger-than-life World Bosses, and master the Forge to create the mightiest weapons fit for a hero.

Cross-Platform Play
All platforms
Franchise
Diablo
Number of Players
1-2 players
Genre(s)
Action RPG, Hack and Slash
How Long To Beat
26 Hours
PS Plus Availability
N/A
File Size Xbox Series
158.25 GB
Local Co-Op Support
1-2 players (console only)