Download Diablo IV now to enjoy the upcoming beta testing phase
Blizzard confirms Diablo IV early downloads from the official Twitter handle of Diablo. Those who have pre-purchased the game can download the game now and access the limited-time beta test, which begins on the 17th of March. In February, there was an official announcement of two betas for the game. The first testing phase starts tomorrow, 17th March and will go on till 19th of March as an Early Access program, and the Open Beta will run from 24th March to 26th March. This marks the first step towards accessing the game and experiencing the Diablo world. Pre-loads are available on each platform with the title of Diablo IV Beta.
Welcome to the Diablo World
Blizzard North initially developed the action role-playing dungeon crawler video game series Diablo. Blizzard Entertainment took responsibility for the series in 2005 following Blizzard North’s shutdown. The series consists of three core games, mainly Diablo, Diablo II and Diablo III.
In the current scenario, the studio is about to release its latest iteration of the Diablo IV series. The game is set for an official launch on the 6th of June, 2023. Well before that, players can enjoy the Open Beta Early Access, then the Open Beta, and lately, on 2nd June, they can have early access to the game and, finally, the game itself.
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Promos on the early access
The non-followers or those who still need to pre-order the game can try the Early Access Open Beta with the help of Promos. Regarding promo, the well-liked Fried Chicken company KFC gave their customers early access beta codes. It was a partnership between Activision Blizzard and KFC; if a customer purchased Double Down or Chicken sandwiches, they would get a code for Diablo IV early access beta in return.
Here is how you can get the Early Access Open Beta
For those using a PC, open the Battle.net client, select Diablo IV – Beta from the dropdown menu of the Game version, and install the game. For the consoles, players need to search for the Diablo IV beta in the digital storefront. Early Access Open Beta allows players to play the three characters: Barbarian, Rogue and Sorcerer. These characters will be playable in the weekend’s early access beta.
Also, exploration of Diablo 4’s first zone, Fractured Peaks, is possible along with the progression of Act 1 of the story and side quests. Challenging World Events, Legion Events and Dungeons are there to experience with the hub city of Kyovashad.
Conclusion
After years of waiting for the game, players can finally prepare themselves for trying Diablo IV. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 4 & 5 and Xbox One and Series X|S. Preload the game now to avoid disruptions in download, and try the Early Access Open Beta, which starts tomorrow.