Diablo IV: Is it ACTUALLY Worth It in 2026? (Honest Review)

"Is Diablo IV finally worth your time and money in 2026? After playing the new Paladin class for 6 straight days, I’m breaking down everything a new or returning player needs to know. From the level 60 grind to the new 'Lord of Hatred' expansion systems, this is a bridge for casual players to understand the endgame.

We cover:

The new Paladin 'Oath' system and builds.

How to navigate the complex endgame crafting (Masterworking/Sanctifying).

Why the campaign is still the best way to start.

Unlocking Torment 4 difficulty.

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[00:00] Intro: Why I played Diablo 4 for 6 days straight

[01:10] My background as a 15+ year WoW veteran

[01:43] The new Paladin class & "Lord of Hatred" expansion

[02:17] Leveling 1-60 & how Paragon Levels work

[03:22] Why new players MUST play the campaign first

[04:32] Interface and World Map overview

[05:05] Paladin Skills & The "Oath" system (Zealot, Juggernaut, etc.)

[07:12] How to respec your build for free at any time

[08:56] Difficulty Levels: Moving from Hard to Torment

[10:07] Seasonal Ranks & Following the game's roadmap

[11:05] The Journal: Don't miss the crucial Seasonal Quest

[12:43] World Activities & Hell Tides explained

[13:10] A deep dive into the Paragon Tree

[15:35] Gear Rarity: Legendaries vs. Ancestrals vs. Uniques

[18:27] Using the Armory to save your loadouts

[20:35] Unlocking Rank 3 and Mid-game progression

[21:50] Unlocking Torment 1: How "The Pit" works

[25:29] Boss Lairs: How to find and loot endgame bosses

[27:53] Advanced Crafting 1: The Occultist & Codex of Power

[30:58] Advanced Crafting 2: Blacksmith (Tempering & Masterworking)

[33:10] The Heavenly Forge: Sanctifying your final gear

[36:26] Final Verdict: Is Diablo IV 100% worth it today?

[38:19] High-Level Gameplay: Clearing Pit Tier 55 (Unlocking Torment 4)