Diablo 4 Survey Reveals Battle Pass, Microtransaction Plans

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Diablo 4 remains tentatively planned for release in 2023, but fans of the Diablo franchise are increasingly curious regarding certain design decisions that Blizzard has yet to address about the game. Specifically, the heavy monetization of Diablo Immortal has fans wondering whether Diablo 4 will be similarly built around microtransactions. Blizzard has committed to optional cosmetics and full expansions but hasn't been specific. A new survey, however, may reveal details about Diablo 4 that Blizzard has yet to address directly.

The survey in question was shared on Reddit by an account that was quickly deleted. The survey is in German and of unspecified origin, though it is assumedly from Blizzard or a partner. If the survey is fake, Blizzard has not said it is. The survey asks the surveyed to choose one of three versions of Diablo 4 that they'd purchase. Each version has different pricing, as well as different content included within. These options reveal the possibility of Diablo 4 including a variety of different monetized content.

Diablo 4 Could Have the Same Problem as Diablo Immortal

The biggest revelation is that Blizzard is at the very least considering offering a battle pass in Diablo 4. The survey refers to a battle pass that grants access to «premium rewards for playing.» There's also a clarification that the battle pass will only have cosmetics available as rewards. While it isn't altogether shocking that Diablo 4 could have a battle pass, it's still definitive evidence of Blizzard planning for the new game to have robust live service-caliber support post-launch.

In addition to the battle pass, the other style of monetization for Diablo 4 implied from the survey is a premium currency. It's referred to as Platinum