Diablo IV's Vessel of Hatred Expansion Delayed: What You Need to Know!

Exciting times are here for Diablo IV fans! The highly anticipated *Vessel of Hatred* expansion is set to launch, but not without a slight hiccup. Blizzard Entertainment announced a delay due to “a small issue on the backend,” pushing the release time back from its original schedule of 7:00 p.m. ET today, October 7.

This $40 DLC drops one year after the base game and introduces a thrilling new Spiritborn class, along with a fresh area on the map for players to explore. Not only this, but it also promises to continue the intense storyline that left gamers on the edge of their seats after the epic cliffhanger ending of the main campaign. To enhance the experience, a substantial game patch will accompany the expansion's launch.

In a statement on Blizzard's official forums, Adam Fletcher, the global community head for Diablo, explained, “We are looking at a small delay for launch due to a small technical issue on our end. We are still expecting Vessel of Hatred to launch this evening, but we will need some additional time to ensure we have every player start at the exact same time across all platforms.” While players are enjoying the game, new logins will unfortunately be paused until the issue is resolved.

When pushed for a more specific time, Fletcher expressed optimism, stating, “I’m hoping just a couple hours at most, but we shall see.” Player responses were mixed; some were understanding of the delay, emphasizing the importance of a smooth launch over rushing the process.

It's worth noting that live-service expansions often face challenges, including long queue times as servers accommodate a flood of eager players. Serious bugs or connection issues have been known to hinder gameplay, as evidenced by a bizarre glitch during Diablo IV’s initial launch that misled some players into making microtransactions just to get in. Here’s hoping we won’t see any similar issues this time around!

With the excitement around the *Vessel of Hatred* expansion, players remain hopeful for a quick resolution to the delays. As we await further updates, anticipation continues to build for this next chapter in Diablo IV. Stay tuned for more information and get ready to dive into the dark, immersive universe of Sanctuary!