Diablo IV unleashed its first season, Season of the Malignant, throwing players into a world overrun with Malignant monsters. The new seasonal mechanic had players capturing these corrupted creatures and crafting Malignant Hearts, which turned regular builds into absolute powerhouses. Boss fights like Varshan tested everyone’s limits, while world events became must-see action.
The biggest shock? A Necromancer was the first to defeat Uber Lilith, an ultra-hard version of the final boss, sparking a frenzy in the community. Players raced to replicate the winning build, and Blizzard responded with constant balance patches to keep things interesting.
Between dungeon runs, world bosses, and endless loot hunts, Season of the Malignant made sure Diablo IV‘s launch year was anything but boring. Sanctuary may have been on fire, but players couldn’t get enough of it.