Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Expansion Unveils Two New Classes Including the Paladin at The Game Awards 2025

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Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Expansion Unveils Two New Classes Including the Paladin at The Game Awards 2025

Blizzard Entertainment has revealed its much-anticipated expansion for Diablo 4, titled Lord of Hatred. The announcement, made during The Game Awards 2025, unveiled the expansion’s release date of April 28, 2026. This new chapter will elevate the ongoing Age of Hatred saga to its climax.

New Classes and Characters

Lord of Hatred brings two new character classes to the gameplay, one of which is the highly requested Paladin class. Players who pre-purchase this expansion will gain immediate access to the Paladin, known for its formidable hammer and shield combat style, harnessing the power of Holy Light.

The second class remains a mystery, with Blizzard hinting at its powerful impact on the battlefield. Alongside returning iconic antagonist Lilith, who makes a shocking return after the events of the previous campaign, players will face the ultimate evil, Mephisto.

The Storyline and Setting

The story in Lord of Hatred follows a narrative where players battle against Mephisto’s deceptions and impending malice. The setting shifts to Skovos, the ancestral homeland of the first civilization and connected deeply to Lilith’s past. This new region features:

Volcanic coasts
Storm-lashed forests
Waterlogged ruins rich in lore

Skovos is now under the rule of The Oracle and the Amazon Queen, integrating fresh landscapes into the Diablo universe.

Gameplay Enhancements

Several gameplay updates are included in this expansion. Key features are:

Revamped Skill Trees, introducing new class-specific options and higher level caps.
A new Loot Filter system for efficient gear tracking.
Enhanced crafting options with the return of the Horadric Cube.
A new Talisman that unlocks powerful set bonuses for late-game customization.

The endgame experience also sees significant upgrades, allowing players to customize their progression paths through War Plans, which let them select preferred activities and strategic modifiers.

The Ultimate Challenge

The expansion concludes with the Echoing Hatred, a rigorous gauntlet featuring relentless hordes of demons, designed to test even the most advanced players. In an unexpected twist, Lord of Hatred will also introduce fishing as a new gameplay element.