Following the wrap-up of Diablo 4’s Season 8 Public Test Realm, Blizzard has rolled out the 2.1.4 update for the main game. Though it’s a relatively minor patch, it’s packed with essential bug fixes and a few exciting additions that players will want to check out.
Throughout the year, Diablo 4 has seen its fair share of patches as Blizzard continues to keep its flagship action RPG in top form. The game is currently running on a seasonal model, dropping major content updates every few months to keep the player base engaged. Season 8’s PTR ran from March 11 to March 18, offering players a sneak peek at upcoming changes. Initial feedback suggests that leveling in the new season will be a bit of a slow grind, but nothing’s set in stone until its official release on April 29, depending on ongoing feedback.
Blizzard detailed the changes brought by the latest patch on its website, and there are certainly some noteworthy highlights. Players whose systems meet certain requirements will now have access to support for Intel XeLL and XeSS Frame Generation. They’ve also introduced resolution scaling as a default setting to enhance performance, though players can still turn this feature off if they prefer. You’ll find these new Intel enhancements tucked away in the graphics settings, ready for experimentation.
The rest of the update includes various bug fixes, with much attention given to the Season of Witchcraft update. Although the new update might not be groundbreaking, it’s nice to see these issues addressed. With the Season 8 launch delayed to April 29, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy what Season of Witchcraft has to offer.
Blizzard’s dedication to Diablo 4 seems unwavering, with a long future ahead. Even Diablo 3 is receiving updates, so fans can expect a similar commitment to its successor. As we look forward to Season 8, Blizzard has also unveiled some difficulty tweaks, hinting at a more challenging experience to address concerns that the game has become too easy. With April 29 just around the corner, players are no doubt on the edge of their seats waiting to dive into what promises to be an engaging new chapter.
Diablo 4 Update 2.1.4 Patch Notes (March 18)
Game Updates
- Intel XeLL and XeSS Frame Generation support has been added, made available in the graphics menu for PCs with eligible hardware.
- Resolution scaling will automatically be enabled for improved performance, tailored to individual hardware specifications.
Bug Fixes
Season of Witchcraft
- Fixed a bug preventing the completion of the Scour event under certain conditions.
- Resolved a glitch where Herb node icons vanished from the minimap during the Scour event.
- Improved auditory cues for Treasure Goblins in Headhunt zones.
- Addressed an issue causing Druids’ Boulder projectiles to be destroyed by Cocoons.
Miscellaneous
- Fixed an error allowing Inquisitors to teleport to towns in specific scenarios.
- Resolved an issue that prevented renaming loadouts when the Mature Language Filter was disabled.
- Implemented various improvements in performance, stability, and visuals.
With these updates, Diablo 4 continues to evolve, and players can expect a richer and more refined gaming experience. As updated seasons drop and patches roll out, Blizzard promises an engaging journey for all fans of the franchise.
