“We’re in this for the long haul.” Blizzard has made it clear that Diablo 4 will be supported with new content over the next 10 years. Rod Fergusson, the head of the franchise, advocates for slower, more deliberate expansion releases to build longevity.

Hell doesn’t sleep—and apparently, neither does Blizzard. Since the launch of Diablo 4, players have been caught in a constant cycle of seasons, updates, and new additions while waiting for expansions that dive deeper into its sinister lore. While fans continue to question the game’s future roadmap, Blizzard appears more committed than ever to keeping Diablo 4 alive for another decade.

Diablo 4 Until 2034?

Rod Fergusson, General Manager of the Diablo franchise, told Game File in an interview that Blizzard’s vision stretches far beyond the present. “We’re here for the long term. We’ve been planning long term lately. And I created a 10-year roadmap… although it was really 12,” he revealed.

This isn’t the first time Blizzard has floated the idea of turning Diablo 4 into a long-term live-service title. “It’s really exciting. We’re focusing on what players want,” one of Blizzard’s creatives told Windows Central.

Alongside this statement came a big shift in how expansions will be handled: the next major narrative DLC won’t launch until 2026, deviating from the yearly release rhythm many players had anticipated.

In the meantime, players will have to rely on seasonal content and a series of franchise crossovers lined up for 2025, as outlined in the most recent roadmap. Though some in the community—including Blizzard’s former president—are skeptical of the direction Diablo 4 is heading, the developer seems focused on learning from past missteps and delivering a stronger, more deliberate narrative experience in Sanctuary by spacing out the expansions.

Source: 3DJuegos