Blizzard Entertainment's 11-year old action role-playing gem, Diablo 3, is about to undergo a significant transformation. As Blizzard prepares to call it curtains on its long-running dungeon crawler, a slew of updates, part of Diablo 3's last season, are now available for testing in the Public Test Realm.
The season brings a bunch of improvements and content, with the crown jewel being the "Solo Self Found" mode - one of the most requested features for the game.
As the name suggests, the Solo Self Found mode will let players embark on a purely single-player journey, devoid of all group interactions. Trading items, gaining experience bonuses from group play, or having teammates for backup are off the table. It's just the player against the brutal, demon-infested world of Diablo 3. Furthermore, to heighten the solo experience, the mode features its very own dedicated leaderboards. For those who dare to take it up a notch, a hardcore version is also on offer.
This stand-alone feature isn't just a welcome addition for Diablo 3 enthusiasts; it's also a beacon of hope for Diablo 4 players, who are clamoring for similar inclusions in the recently released successor.
Accompanying the solo venture is the thrilling seasonal event, Visions of Enmity. Adventurers will discover Diabolical Fissures, enigmatic pocket dimensions that offer treacherous challenges but also tantalizing rewards. Once a demon is defeated in the open world, there's a chance these fissures appear, pulling players into chaotic skirmishes with monsters that brandish unique affixes. These affixes, ranging from debilitating speed reductions to menacing damage-over-time effects, will surely test the mettle of even the most seasoned players.