Diablo 4 season 1 releasing soon: Here’s how to prepare for upcoming season, checklist

Diablo 4, or Diablo IV season 1 is now at the doors. Merely 10 days away. For those unaware of the good news, "Season of the Malignant," will be released on July 20. It will mark the first season of the highly anticipated Diablo 4 or Diablo IV.

Therefore, some tasks need done beforehand, so treat it like a checklist and complete these, if you haven’t yet.

Diablo 4 season 1 checklist

Completed the campaign yet?
Have you completed the campaign yet? It is the most crucial part here. If you've already unlocked the Tree of Whispers and got the credits, you're on the right track.

Unlock that horse
While finishing the campaign grants you a horse quest, unlocking your horse is technically a side quest that you might miss if not paying enough attention. Unlocking the horse on one character allows you to use it from level 1 on all subsequent characters.

Uncover the entire map
The game maker has made significant changes to the Renown system, most importantly – the map. Therefore, you need to explore and uncover all areas of the map to make it functional and collect Renown.

Pick a class
Although this task can't be completed in-game, it's equally important as the others on this list. Choosing a class before the season starts allows you to plan your gameplay and explore different playstyles.

Grab every Altar of Lilith
Collecting all Altars of Lilith grants permanent stat boosts, carrying over to future seasons. In Season of the Malignant, all Altars unlock for new characters, granting Renown bonuses.

FAQs
Q1. When was Diablo 4 launched and where can you play the game?
A1. It was launched on June 6, 2023 but it was not full launch. Moreover, it is available to play across the top gaming platforms like Windows (PC), PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox One/Series X and S.

Q2. What is the Renown system?
A2. The Renown system is a new system in Diablo 4 that allows you to progress through the seasonal journey. You earn Renown by completing challenges, killing enemies, and finding items.