Diablo 4 Patch 2.0 PTR Starts September 4 - Here's What You Need to Know
Players will be able to playtest Diablo 4's Patch 2.0 PTR in less than a week! From September 4–11, Blizzard will open the Public Test Realm for players to sink their teeth into the sweeping system changes coming with Patch 2.0, Vessel of Hatred's release patch.
Patch 2.0 PTR Item Changes Patch 2.0 PTR Class Changes
It is important to note that, for the first two days of testing, players won't be able to fully boost their characters. Blizzard stated that during this time, they'd love to collect data and feedback regarding the leveling experience in Patch 2.0. After that first phase, players should be able to dive into the whole PTR experience, as described in one of Blizzard's Campfire Chat livestream slides down below:
The armies of the Burning Hells grow restless, anxious to inflict more wounds upon Sanctuary. Muster the strength to protect your home, wanderer.
The 2.0 Public Test Realm (PTR) for Diablo IV will be available from September 4–11, offering you the chance to test upcoming changes and features releasing for the base game with the next Season and the Vessel of Hatred Expansion.
The purpose of the PTR is to test updates and features before the launch of Season 6. Then, using your feedback, we’ll adjust the content within before it goes live for everyone. The feedback we receive helps us to fine-tune balance changes, eliminate bugs, and create the best experience possible. Having a PTR gives us a chance to test new systems, and we’re grateful for your assistance.
We have also attached Blizzard's guide on how to install and access the Diablo 4 Patch 2.0 PTR from one of their Season 5 blue posts. As always — and for technical reasons, according to Blizzard — only PC players will be able to access Diablo 4's Public Test Realm:
How to Install the PTR
Here are the steps to join the PTR:
- Open the Blizzard Battle.net App and select Diablo IV from your Games list.
- In the selector above the Play button, there is a game version drop down menu.
- Select
