Diablo II: Resurrected Receives the Reign of the Warlock Expansion and Launches on Steam

On February 11, 2026, Blizzard Entertainment released the large-scale paid expansion Reign of the Warlock for Diablo II: Resurrected. This is the first major content update for the remaster since its launch, and it does far more than simply add a new playable class. The expansion significantly expands endgame content, refreshes the loot system, and introduces long-awaited quality-of-life improvements. In practice, this is the most substantial update D2R has received to date.

New Class — Warlock

The centerpiece of the expansion is the brand-new class, the Warlock. This dark spellcaster draws power from demonic energies, curses, and chaotic magic to overwhelm enemies. The class is built around battlefield control, summoned allies, and powerful ranged spells, making it a flexible choice for both solo play and cooperative progression.

The Warlock offers several distinct development paths. One focuses on summoning demonic creatures that assist in combat, distract enemies, and deal sustained damage. Another path emphasizes empowering weapons with dark magic, blending physical attacks with bursts of arcane energy. A third playstyle revolves around devastating chaos spells capable of wiping out large groups of enemies from a distance. This flexibility opens up a wide range of build options and encourages experimentation with skill synergies.

Expanded Endgame and New Challenges

Reign of the Warlock significantly deepens the game’s endgame. Blizzard has reworked Terror Zones, increasing their difficulty and introducing new mechanics that force players to rethink their farming strategies. The expansion also adds new high-level bosses and endgame events designed for well-geared characters. Among the most notable additions are the Colossal Ancients—extremely powerful enemies with unique abilities and highly valuable loot.

The expansion introduces more than thirty new items, including unique gear, full item sets, and new runewords. These additions have a noticeable impact on the game’s meta, opening up fresh build possibilities and previously unavailable combinations.

Chronicle System and Long-Term Progression

One of the key new features is the Chronicle system, an in-game progression journal that tracks acquired items and player achievements. It records collection progress, visualizes long-term goals, and provides additional rewards for reaching specific milestones. This system adds a new layer of motivation, encouraging players to continue farming and progressing even after completing the main storyline.

Loot Filter and Quality-of-Life Improvements

A major focus of the update is improving overall gameplay comfort. Diablo II: Resurrected now includes a built-in loot filter that allows players to customize which items are displayed on the ground. This greatly reduces on-screen clutter during intense farming sessions and helps players focus on valuable drops.

In addition, stash tabs have been expanded, materials, runes, and gems can now be stacked, and inventory management has been refined. These changes address many long-standing issues frequently raised by the community over the years.

Steam Release and a Broader Audience

Alongside the expansion, Diablo II: Resurrected has officially launched on Steam as part of the Infernal Edition, which includes the base game and the Reign of the Warlock DLC. This release brings Steam achievements, community features, and a more streamlined update system. Launching on Valve’s platform also makes the game more accessible and may significantly boost its active player base.

The Future of Diablo II: Resurrected

Reign of the Warlock marks a major milestone for Diablo II: Resurrected. The expansion introduces the Warlock class with multiple playstyles, expands endgame content, adds the Chronicle progression system, modernizes loot handling, and improves inventory and stash management. Combined with the Steam release, this update brings Diablo II: Resurrected back into the spotlight of the ARPG community and aligns the classic experience more closely with modern standards—while preserving the atmosphere and challenge that made it legendary.