Diablo 4 was officially announced at Blizzcon 2019.
Many expected the game reveal was going to take please as the internet was riddled with leaks. However, it was still captivating when Blizzard dropped the nine-plus minute cinematic to officially announce the next hell-infused adventure in the franchise.
Blizzard also released the gameplay trailer, which showed the three (current) playable classes, Sorceress, Barbarian, and Druid.
Here is the official gameplay trailer that was revealed at Blizzcon 2019:
Everything we know about the three classes:
Note: The skills list of each class has been compiled by Polygon.com when they were playing Diablo 4 at Blizzcon 2019. The skills may change as development continues for Diablo 4.
Sorceress:
Diablo 1 included a Sorcerer, and then the Sorceress was introduced in Diablo 2, and then swapped out in Diablo 3 for a Wizard. The Sorceress is back in Diablo 4, harnessing the elements into whatever form will reign havoc down upon her enemies.
Her magic includes fire to cast meteors, ice molded into piercing blades, and bolts of lightning to down her foes. Her attacks are range attacks, covering her allies from a distance.
List of the Sorceress’ skills:
Minor Destruction spells:
Frost Bolt
Arc Lash
Lightning Bolt
Fire Bolt
Major Destruction spells:
Charged Bolts
Ice Shard
Fireball
Chain Lightning
Incinerate
Frozen Orb
Defensive spells:
Flame Shield
Teleport
Ice Armor
Blizzard
Conjuration spells:
Frost Nova
Lightning Spear
Hydra
Ice Blades
Mastery spells:
Firewall
Nova
Meteor
Ultimate spells:
Inferno
Conduit
Deep Freeze
The Sorceress has a robust casting list, each spell category for a certain scenario. Players will master the elements of fire, water, and lightning to wipe out the scourge.
Barbarian:
Diablo 1 featured a Warrior class, and that transitioned into the Barbarian class in Diablo 2. Diablo 3 features the Barbarian as well. With unmatched strength, undying courage, and immense skill in close-range combat, the Barbarian class is perfect for someone who wants to smash.
He is the ultimate trope when it comes to battling hellish enemies. The Barbarian will get right in their range, slamming and slicing his way to victory.
List of the Barbarian’s skills:
Basic moves:
Bash
Flay
Lunging Strike
Frenzy
Fury moves:
Hammer of the Ancients
Rend
Double Swing
Whirlwind
Upheaval
Defensive:
Rallying Cry
Challenging Shout
Undying Rage
Ground Stomp
Brawling:
War Cry
Kick
Charge
Leap
Weapon Mastery:
Primal Axe
Rupture
Death Blow
Ultimate:
Call of the Ancients
Wrath of the Berserker
Iron Maelstrom
The Barbarian is geared to take on all comers, rushing into battle weapon first. Players will master the brawn and boldness of the Barbarian while crushing their foes.
Druid:
The Druid was introduced in Diablo 2: Lords of Destruction. This class utilizes the shapeshifting ability, transforming from a man into a beast or werewolf. The Druid manipulates earth, wind, and storm to wreak mayhem upon the undead.
List of the Druids skills:
Basic:
Earthspike
Wind Shear
Storm
Shred
Maul
Spirit:
Landslide
Tornado
Pulverize
Defensive:
Trample
Cyclone Armor
Earthen Bulwark
Ravenous Bite
Debilitating Roar
Wrath:
Hurricane
Boulder
Companion:
Wolves
Vine Creeper
Ravens
Ultimate:
Grizzly Rage
Petrify
Cataclysm
The Druid is an extremely versatile class. Players will enjoy obliterating enemies with spells and claws.
As mentioned earlier, thanks to Polygon for the list of spells, and this spell list is subject to change as Diablo 4 is still in the development process.
