Blizzard released Hotfix 1 (version 2.5.0) for Diablo 4 on December 12, 2025, addressing several progression and reward issues that emerged after Season 11 went live.
The update is live on all platforms and should be applied automatically or through the platform store. The patch targets items that could not be Sanctified, an exploit that allowed rewards from the Echo of Lilith encounter to be claimed multiple times, problems with gifted Diablo IV products and expansion access, and general performance and stability improvements. Blizzard posted the full notes on the forums.
This arrives after earlier maintenance, including Patch 2.1.2, which addressed class-specific issues earlier in the year.
Patch Notes – 2.5.0
HOTFIX 1 – December 12, 2025 – 2.5.0
- Fixed an issue where some items could not be Sanctified.
- Fixed an issue where the rewards for defeating Echo of Lilith could be earned multiple times.
- Fixed an issue where players who were gifted Diablo IV Products did not receive them.
- Fixed an issue where some players were unable to access Vessel of Hatred content.
- Various performance and stability improvements.
The hotfix focuses on fixes that could block progression or deny rewards and resolves access problems for gifted editions and expansion content that affected a notable number of players after the season began. Blizzard did not include balance changes or gameplay adjustments in this hotfix. Players still experiencing issues with content access or rewards should use the in-game customer support feature to report problems to Blizzard.
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Diablo IV
Developed by Blizzard Entertainment
Endless demons to slaughter. Deep customization through Talents, Skill Points, Runes, and Legendary loot. Randomized dungeons contained in a dynamic open world. Survive and conquer darkness—or succumb to the shadows.
- Genre: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One
- Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
- Release: 2023-06-06
- Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
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Age Rating:
CLASS_IND 18 / CERO Z / ACB MA 15+ / USK 16 / GRAC 19+ / ESRB M / PEGI 18
- IGDB Rating: 76.9/100
