Diablo 4 Season 4 to Introduce Changes to Tormented Boss Rewards

A forthcoming adjustment in Season 4 targets the rewards system for specific bosses in Diablo 4, as revealed by a developer.
Diablo 4 Season 4 to Introduce Changes to Tormented Boss Rewards

Highlights

  • Diablo 4 Season 4 brings fresh challenges with Tormented Bosses, granting level 925 equipment and Resplendent Spark rewards.
  • Players have the opportunity to preview upcoming Season 4 features, including modifications to the Codex of Power and Gem system, on the PTR until April 9.
  • Tormented Boss rewards will be fine-tuned based on player input before the official launch of Diablo 4 Season 4.

A developer for Diablo 4 has disclosed plans to adjust the rewards for Tormented Bosses ahead of Season 4. Season 3 of Diablo 4 has introduced players to new content like the antagonist Malphas, fresh quests, adversaries, and the much-anticipated Gauntlet and Leaderboards. However, anticipation among Diablo 4 enthusiasts is now focused on the forthcoming season and its associated buzz.

Despite its May release date, Diablo 4 Season 4 is already a hot topic due to the unveiling of test servers. With the PTR for Diablo 4 accessible to all, players can sample the content promised for the next season, which includes significant adjustments to the Codex of Power, Gem system, and new features such as the Masterworking upgrade system. The upcoming season also promises new challenges, with recent reports suggesting that the battles ahead will be rewarding.

A developer for Diablo 4 mentioned that rewards for the upcoming Tormented Bosses are set to be tweaked. In a post by Reddit user Oceanfather, the notion that if the new super bosses in Diablo 4 demand more effort, their rewards should reflect this sentiment was raised. To the delight of players, Global Community Development Director Adam Fletcher responded, confirming that adjustments will be made to this aspect of the new bosses before the launch of Diablo 4 Season 4. However, Fletcher did not delve into the specifics of this alteration.

Unveiling the Tormented Bosses: Diablo 4's Formidable New Challenges

Diablo 4 presents various thrilling encounters, such as the showdown with the Echo of Malphas. In Season 4 of Diablo 4, Blizzard will heighten the difficulty by introducing the Tormented Bosses - immensely challenging versions of all ladder bosses that can be summoned by players using Stygian Stones. The Tormented Bosses in Diablo 4 will be at level 200, boasting a substantial health pool, and the elites they summon will be notably stronger. Conquering a Tormented Boss will reward players in Diablo 4 with level 925 gear and a guaranteed Resplendent Spark in their first skill.

The Diablo 4 PTR access extends until April 9, affording players a few more days to explore the extensive Season 4 update. In response to player feedback, Diablo 4 has committed to fixing Uber Lilith in Season 4. The adjustment of rewards for Tormented Bosses also bodes well for the community. As these encounters are set to be more significant in many aspects, aligning rewards accordingly is likely to provide a more gratifying experience for players of Diablo 4.