Expansion Trailer
Continue your journey through Sanctuary in Diablo® IV with Vessel of Hatred™, the first expansion to the critically acclaimed action RPG. Become the apex predator of the jungle as the all-new Spiritborn class. Expand your map to journey into the new region of Nahantu in search of Neyrelle, who is both suffering the fate of her choice to imprison the Prime Evil Mephisto, and seeking a means to destroy him. Recruit Mercenaries, equip Runewords, use the Party Finder and team up to take down the Dark Citadel, & more Instantly unlock Vessel of Hatred™ when you purchase any edition of the Lord of Hatred™ Expansion.
SPIRITBORN
The Spiritborn, apex predator of the Nahantu jungle, is poised to strike. With expert agility and mobility, they strike down foes with visceral ferocity, utilizing glaives, quarterstaves, and polearms as an extension of themselves. They channel the immense power and abilities of the four Spirit Guardians in battle, able to adapt to whatever is the swiftest path to dominance.
SPIRITBORN
The Spiritborn, apex predator of the Nahantu jungle, is poised to strike. With expert agility and mobility, they strike down foes with visceral ferocity, utilizing glaives, quarterstaves, and polearms as an extension of themselves. They channel the immense power and abilities of the four Spirit Guardians in battle, able to adapt to whatever is the swiftest path to dominance.
Expansion Features
Explore the new friends, foes, challenges, and evils that await you in Vessel of Hatred.
New Region
Discover Nahantu
Expand Sanctuary to discover new Towns and bygone civilizations shrouded in the vast jungle of Nahantu. Battle courageously through new dungeons and Strongholds and take on new enemies from ferocious demons to warring Tribes, the likes of which could only thrive amidst the hellish overgrowth of Kurast or the barren desert of Teganze.
Continue the Campaign
More Story, More Evil
Your search for Neyrelle takes you deep into an ancient jungle in an attempt to uncover Mephisto’s malicious agenda and put his corruption to an end once and for all. But be warned - within infernal jungle mists await gruesome new foes, plotting your demise. Your survival, and the fate of Neyrelle’s soul, hang in the balance.
New Mercenaries
Recruit Powerful Allies
Discover and recruit new Mercenaries to join you on your quest. These powerful allies fight alongside you, grow in power as they progress, and help you in combat with unique abilities.
Dark Citadel
NEW PvE Co-Op End Game Activity
Party up to take on a new multi-faceted dungeon with powerful challenges and promising rewards. First of its kind to Diablo, this dungeon will require eager warriors to team up and take down the challenge together.
Tons of base game updates
Experience the many vast updates introduced with Vessel of Hatred and permanent, quality of life updates to the base game. Includes leveling adjustments, new max levels, a new difficulty system, Paragon adjustments, Realm Wide Paragon level shared across characters, and itemization updates. You can also empower your favorite classes with new skills and passives, and find allies to accompany your adventures with the new Party Finder.
Choose Your Edition
Instantly unlock Vessel of Hatred™ with purchase of any edition of the Lord of Hatred™ expansion. Explore the latest campaign, discover the region of Nahantu, and become the ferocious Spiritborn today.
Legal Requirements/Platform Details
Lord of Hatred and Vessel of Hatred Expansion require Diablo IV base game. Internet connection and Battle.net account required to play.
¹ After purchase, instantly available items will be delivered in-game after next login.
² World of Warcraft Decor Items require World of Warcraft subscription or game time, sold separately.
May require purchase of World of Warcraft: Midnight in some regions, also sold separately.
Upgrading editions will not re-grant in-game items already unlocked on your account.
Lord of Hatred and Vessel of Hatred Expansion require Diablo IV base game. Internet connection and Battle.net account required to play.
¹ After purchase, instantly available items will be delivered in-game after next login.
² World of Warcraft Decor Items require World of Warcraft subscription or game time, sold separately.
May require purchase of World of Warcraft: Midnight in some regions, also sold separately.
Upgrading editions will not re-grant in-game items already unlocked on your account.
1 Extra Stash Tab ¹
2 Additional Character Slots ¹
3 World of Warcraft® Decor Items ² ¹
High Heavensguard Paladin Cosmetic Bundle ¹
Infernal Apostle Warlock Cosmetic Bundle ¹
Skartaran Basilisk Mount Bundle ¹
Skorch, Mini Chimera Pet ¹
3,000 Platinum ¹
Umbral Knights Cross-Class Armor Bundle (6 Class Armor Sets) ¹
Steed of the Shining Realm Mount Bundle ¹
Tymn, Echo of the Spire Back Trophy ¹
Avel’hud, Nucleus of Perdition Reactive Back Trophy ¹
Ascent of the Just Town Portal Skin ¹
Embrace of Evil Town Portal Skin ¹
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Diablo® IV base game to play Vessel of Hatred™?
Yes. You must have the Diablo® IV base game to experience the Vessel of Hatred™ content. For new players who don't already have Diablo® IV, you can purchase the Diablo® IV base game or purchase the Diablo® IV: Age of Hatred Collection which includes the base game and Vessel of Hatred™ expansion playable immediately, plus Lord of Hatred™ Standard Edition.
Can I purchase more than one edition? Will I get more rewards?
You will need to purchase the expansion once per platform you want to play on. For example, to play on both Xbox and Battle.net you would need to purchase Lord of Hatred™ on each of those platforms separately. You will not get additional rewards for multiple purchases. If you want to upgrade the edition you purchased, upgrades to Deluxe and Ultimate Editions will be available in-game.
How do I equip my instant unlock rewards from purchasing Lord of Hatred™ ?
After purchase, instantly available items will be delivered in-game after next login. Pets can be unlocked in-game then equipped via the Wardrobe, along with the class armor sets. Mounts can be unlocked in-game, then view your mount collection to equip the Basilisk Mount.
Will I experience any updates even if I don’t purchase the expansion?
Yes! There will continue to be base game updates that Seasonal and Eternal characters can access outside of the expansion content.
How do I redeem my World of Warcraft® Housing Items?
Items will be delivered and instantly available in-game after next login after purchase. World of Warcraft® Decor items require World of Warcraft®: Midnight and World of Warcraft® subscription or game time, each sold separately. Decor items will be visible in your Housing Collection regardless of Midnight ownership.
Legal Requirements/Platform Details
Lord of Hatred and Vessel of Hatred Expansion require Diablo IV base game. Internet connection and Battle.net account required to play.
¹ After purchase, instantly available items will be delivered in-game after next login.
² World of Warcraft Decor Items require World of Warcraft subscription or game time, sold separately.
May require purchase of World of Warcraft: Midnight in some regions, also sold separately.
Upgrading editions will not re-grant in-game items already unlocked on your account.
Lord of Hatred and Vessel of Hatred Expansion require Diablo IV base game. Internet connection and Battle.net account required to play.
¹ After purchase, instantly available items will be delivered in-game after next login.
² World of Warcraft Decor Items require World of Warcraft subscription or game time, sold separately.
May require purchase of World of Warcraft: Midnight in some regions, also sold separately.
Upgrading editions will not re-grant in-game items already unlocked on your account.