Blizzard has revealed the Warlock as the new playable class coming to Diablo 4 via the Lord of Hatred expansion. The character favors corrupt arcane powers and a grimmer, more ruthless approach to combat, and footage reveals a cinematic showcase of its style.

Unexpectedly, the Warlock is also being introduced into Diablo 2: Resurrected today, giving veterans and newcomers a chance to try the class in both modern and classic settings.

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  • Class reveal: The Warlock is confirmed as Diablo 4's second expansion class, centered on dark sorcery and offensive curses rather than conventional holy or elemental magic.
  • Dual rollout: In a surprise move, Blizzard is releasing the Warlock in Diablo 2: Resurrected on the same day as the Diablo 4 announcement, bridging the series across eras.
  • Trailer highlights: A cinematic clip accompanies the reveal, demonstrating the Warlock's unsettling aesthetic and combat flair—anticipate shadowy spells, debuffs, and aggressive summons.
  • Playstyle expectations: Early impressions suggest an edgier, high-risk high-reward build focus that will appeal to players who prefer manipulation of enemies and self-sacrificing mechanics.
  • Expansion context: The Warlock joins the roster as part of Lord of Hatred, which will expand Diablo 4’s class options and narrative scope when it launches.

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