Blizzard has revealed details for Diablo IV's upcoming Season 9, titled "Sins of Horadrim." The Public Test Realm (PTR) for patch 2.3.0 will begin on May 27 at 10 a.m. PDT, giving players an early look at the new seasonal content and changes coming to Sanctuary.
What's Coming in Season 9: Sins of Horadrim?
The development team recently hosted a Campfire Chat to showcase the features arriving with Season 9. During the presentation, they explored the core gameplay loop that will define the Sins of Horadrim experience, including the introduction of new Horadric Powers that will likely offer fresh build opportunities for all five character classes.
These new powers appear to be central to the season's theme, potentially tying into the ancient Horadrim order's lore that has been a cornerstone of the Diablo IV universe. The season name itself suggests players may be dealing with corruption or secrets within the legendary mage clan.
Balance Changes and Gameplay Adjustments
Beyond the seasonal content, the Campfire Chat also covered upcoming balance changes that will affect the game's meta. While specific details weren't provided in the announcement, the full overview including comprehensive patch notes is available on the official Blizzard news site.
These balance adjustments will likely address current class performance issues and potentially shift the power dynamics between different builds, as has been the pattern with previous seasonal updates for Diablo IV.
How to Access the PTR
Players interested in testing the new content can access the 2.3.0 PTR when it goes live on May 27. The test realm typically allows players to experiment with the upcoming changes and provide feedback to developers before the official season launch.
For those wanting to learn more about what's coming in the Sins of Horadrim season, Blizzard has published a detailed PTR overview article on their official news site, which includes the complete patch notes and explanations of the new features.
Stay tuned for more coverage as we explore the PTR content and break down how these changes will impact your demon-slaying adventures in Sanctuary.