Diablo 4 has just received the Hotfix 4 & 5, and folks can now check out what the new patches bring shortly before the game’s full release. The latest Diablo 4 version focuses on a few handy changes, such as improved performance, stability, and a host of bug fixes. In particular, the fix of an annoying issue with elite monster packs. Let’s review the Diablo 4 Hotfix 4 & 5 patch notes.
Patch Notes for the Diablo 4 Hotfix 4 & 5 Updates
Hotfix 4 & 5 – June 4, 2023 – 1.0.2
A server-side hotfix was rolled out this evening. Hotfixes occur in the background and will not require a client-side patch.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where elite monster packs in some dungeons were spawning at a higher frequency than expected.
- Further stability and bug fixes.
In the meantime, if you want to take a look at the previously released updates for the game, you can scroll down the post.
Hotfix 3 – June 4, 2023 – 1.0.2
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where Astaroth would destroy the house before moving to it, which would prevent completion of the “As the World Burns” quest.
- Fixed an issue where Multiple Darcels would spawn during the “Stolen Artifice” quest, which would block quest progression.
- Further stability fixes
Hotfix 2 – June 2, 2023 – 1.0.2
Gameplay Changes
- Reduced the drop rate to 0 for the Elixir of Death Evasion recipe after it’s already learned.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue with items inheriting Junk status from gems socketed into them.
- Fixed an issue where Sorcerer’s could teleport underground in Serpent’s Passage.
- Miscellaneous stability and crash fixes.
Hotfix 1 – June 2, 2023 – 1.0.2
Sorcerer
Class Specialization
Flame Shield Enchantment
- When Flame Shield is initially equipped into an Enchantment slot, it’s placed on full cooldown.
Rogue
Class Specialization
Inner Sight
- After Inner Sight’s unlimited Energy expires, there will be a 4-second delay before another enemy becomes marked.
Items
Shout Skill Cooldown Reduction
- This affix will no longer appear on items.
Miscellaneous
- Monster health values have been increased in later World Tiers.
Diablo 4 will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Windows on June 6.
