Summary

  • Diablo 4's new Berserk crossover cosmetics and items cost around $150 to unlock them all.
  • The cost of the entire Berserk set will run players 16,500 Platinum, though they will have to purchase 18,500, or $150.
  • The update has sparked outrage and backlash due to these high cosmetic prices.

Players aren't exactly thrilled with the price of Diablo 4's new Berserk-related items, which dropped this week. When added up, players will have to fork out $150 if they want to purchase every new cosmetic item. The new update has been teased by Blizzard for quite some time, though fans are now pushing back hard due to just how expensive Diablo 4's latest "free" update actually is, all things considered.

Limited-time updates and events are nothing new for Diablo 4, with the hack-and-slash game taking a seasonal approach to new content. Over the last year or so, players have witnessed Diablo 4 change in big ways, with all kinds of new enemies, missions, quests, and rewards being added to the game. Diablo 4 received its first big expansion last year, Vessel of Hatred, which shook things up considerably. Diablo 4's newest update adds a lot of cosmetic items into the mix, but not everyone is happy about the prices.

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Diablo 4's Berserk crossover is here, marking an exciting yet controversial time for the game, with the cost of the new update causing outrage from players. Reddit user HilltopHood shared a breakdown of the cost of Diablo 4's new Berserk update to the rest of the game's online community, prompting hundreds of comments. Many were offended by the price, with one fan explaining that with $150, they could buy several other new games and still have some cash left over. Others argued that buying cosmetics in a game like Diablo 4 is "pointless."

Players Call Out Blizzard For Cost of Diablo 4's New Update

Bundle prices range between 2,500 and 2,800 Platinum, Diablo 4's premium currency. The cost of the entire Berserk set will run players 16,500 Platinum, though they will have to purchase more currency than they need, actually totaling 18,500, or $150. This is hardly the first time Diablo 4 has made waves over its pricing structure, with the game deploying several pricey cosmetic packs and items in the time it's been out. This is an issue that dates back years though, with Diablo 3 also causing controversy. Things were especially dicey with Diablo 3's auction system, which allowed players to spend real money on weapons, charms, and other items directly from other players, a system which was eventually removed.

There is still excitement for Diablo 4's new Berserk event, though it's certainly been dampened due to these prices. Players are currently wrapped up in Diablo 4's Season 8 cycle, which brought some new upgrades and additions to the game. From class balancing changes to new items, the grind never truly stops in Diablo 4. A fully-fledged DLC expansion is not set to release until 2026 for Diablo 4, though considering Blizzard's willingness to collaborate, it seems likely players can look forward to more wild and "out there" updates as 2025 continues.

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Action RPG
Hack and Slash
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Top Critic Avg: 88 /100 Critics Rec: 93%
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Released
June 5, 2023
ESRB
Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
Developer(s)
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.

Engine
Proprietary Engine
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op
Cross-Platform Play
All platforms
Cross Save
All platforms
Franchise
Diablo
Number of Players
1-2 players
Steam Deck Compatibility
Verified
Genre(s)
Action RPG, Hack and Slash
OpenCritic Rating
Mighty
Local Co-Op Support
1-2 players (console only)
How Long To Beat
26 Hours
X|S Optimized
Yes
File Size Xbox Series
158.25 GB
PS Plus Availability
N/A