Diablo 4 fans are eagerly awaiting the release of the game’s next major update, which brings a host of changes to the Vessel of Hatred expansion. The update, known as 2.0.4, is set to launch on October 29 for PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Players can expect the update to go live at 5pm GMT, but will need to download and install the patch before being able to play online.
One of the key changes in this update is a reduction in health for Varyana during her acquisition quest. Additionally, players can look forward to new Nahantu-themed loading screens and improved descriptions for Undercity of Kurast Tributes. Blizzard has also addressed various bugs, such as enemies not appearing and timers not starting.
For the base game, Blizzard has introduced another wave of Bloodbound Guardians in the Realmwalker encounter, along with a doubling of the Realmwalker’s health. The Gem Fragment cap has been increased significantly, and the amount of damage required to force a dismount in the endgame has also been raised.
A particularly exciting addition for PS5 players is the introduction of variable refresh rate (VRR) support. This feature allows players to enable VRR for displays that support it by setting VRR to “automatic” in the console settings. With VRR enabled, the frame rate can exceed 60 if it falls within the VRR range for the display, especially when Enhanced Visuals are disabled.
In addition to these changes, the update includes a host of bug fixes for various aspects of the game. From fixing issues with missing tooltips and icons in the Dark Citadel to addressing problems with mercenaries and quests, Blizzard has worked to improve the overall gameplay experience for Diablo 4 players.
Overall, Diablo 4 update 2.0.4 promises to bring a range of exciting changes and improvements to the game. Players can look forward to a smoother and more polished gaming experience with the release of this update.
