Blizzard's Diablo 4 Switch 2 Release Date Reportedly Leaked
A rumored release date for the Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 has surfaced, along with information about the game's expansions.
The highly anticipated Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 is reportedly set to release on September 15th, just days after the annual BlizzCon event. According to a leak from Dealabs' billbil-kun, the game will include both expansions, Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred, in a single Age of Hatred Collection.
This news comes after a previous rumor about the Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 surfaced earlier this month, without a known release date or information about the expansions. The leak also suggests that the game will be revealed at either BlizzCon or next week's Gamescom event in Germany, similar to how Diablo 3's Switch port was unveiled.
The Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 has been a long time coming, with Diablo 4 first releasing in June 2023 and the Switch 2 version being rumored for release last year. The Lord of Hatred expansion was released in April this year, and it is speculated that Blizzard was preoccupied with finishing it before moving on to the Switch 2 version.
The rumored price for the Age of Hatred Collection is £63, which includes both expansions. Blizzard's adoption of a yearly expansion update cycle for Diablo 4 has been a topic of discussion, with the company not quite hitting the expected day and date for the expansions. However, the Diablo 4 team is expected to share more information about the game's future at BlizzCon.
| Platform | Diablo 4 Release Date | Diablo 4 Switch 2 Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| PC | June 2023 | Rumored September 15th |
| PS4 | June 2023 | Rumored September 15th |
| PS5 | June 2023 | Rumored September 15th |
| Xbox One | June 2023 | Rumored September 15th |
| Xbox Series X/S | June 2023 | Rumored September 15th |
The Xbox division that Blizzard is a part of is currently under strain due to a wide-ranging restructuring that has resulted in 1600 job losses and 1600 more roles earmarked for termination. However, Blizzard is reportedly the "top performing" Xbox studio, largely thanks to the success of Diablo 4.
The release of the Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 is expected to be a significant event for the gaming community, and fans are eagerly awaiting more information about the game's future. With the Lord of Hatred expansion now included in the Age of Hatred Collection, players will have access to a wealth of new content and gameplay.
The Diablo 4 team is expected to share more information about the game's future at BlizzCon, and fans are hoping for a glimpse into what's next for the game after the Hatred arc centered around Mephisto.
Source: Eurogamer