Diablo 4 Reveals December 5 Update Patch Notes

Diablo 4 unveils its December 5 update patch notes, introducing the Abattoir of Zir event, enhanced itemization, and player-friendly changes, promising an exciting and improved gameplay experience.

by Indraprakash | Updated Dec 07, 2023

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Diablo 4 Update Patch Notes

Diablo 4 is getting a big update called Patch 1.2.3 soon, bringing lots of changes to the game. This update sets the stage for a new event called the Abattoir of Zir. When Diablo 4 first came out, players had some issues with it, but the game has been improving since then.

The new patch aims to make things even better. One exciting addition is the Abattoir of Zir event, starting on December 5th. In this update, there are also improvements to the way items work, and players can now farm for powerful items called Uber Uniques more reliably.

The developers are also making changes to make the game more enjoyable, like letting players keep their loot even when they mount up. Overall, this update seems like another step in the right direction for Diablo 4, making players happy and excited for what's to come.

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Diablo 4 Reveals December 5 Update Patch Notes

GAMEPLAY UPDATES

  • Starting on December 5, battle legions of Zir’s minions and race against time in a new endgame pinnacle dungeon, Abattoir of Zir. 
  • A full list of possible affixes can now be previewed in the Enchantment menu using the new View Possible Affixes button.
  • Earned Glyph experience from most Nightmare Tiers was increased.

    • Tiers 1-17: No Change.
    • By Tiers 30: From 66 to 79.
    • By Tier 50: From 106 to 139.
    • By Tier 75: From 156 to 239.
    • By Tier 100: From 206 to 339.

  • Introduced further support for NVIDIA Reflex technology. Visit the in-game settings to enable this feature.

BUG FIXES

Accessibility

  • Fixed an issue where the Screen Reader didn’t announce the required pacts for Vampiric Powers.
  • Fixed an issue that made the Screen Reader malfunction on the Steam Deck.

Dungeons

  • Fixed an issue where the Mechanical Box wouldn't respawn if the player was killed by the boss in the Bastion of Faith.
  • Fixed an issue in the Fallen Temple dungeon where the objective to destroy the Idol of the Fallen Temple could not be completed properly if the Idol was destroyed instantly.
  • Fixed an issue where the debuff effects in the Fallen Temple could be avoided when leaving and re-entering the Dungeon.
  • Fixed an issue where enemies from the Sole Survivor event could spawn behind locked doors in the Hallowed Ossuary, blocking event mastery completion.
  • Fixed an issue where Nightmare Dungeons wouldn't properly reset after all revives were exhausted when playing local co-op.
  • Fixed an issue where enemies spawned by Animus-carrying monsters with the Summoner affix unexpectedly carried Animus.
  • Fixed an issue where bonus Elemental Damage affixes of Nightmare Dungeons scaled their damage too low or too high for their respective Tier.

Gameplay

  • Fixed an issue where some attacks made by Echo of Lilith would not properly trigger if the player in the Party that started the encounter died.
  • Fixed an issue where the first Death from Above cast by Echo of Lilith had irregular timing and didn't display an incoming projectile indicator.
  • Fixed an issue where Frostburn and Mother's Embrace could drop as Sacred and not Ancestral from Tormented Echo of Varshan in World Tier IV.
  • Fixed an issue where Gems could still drop from some sources, such as Avarice's chest or Whisper Caches, instead of Gem Fragments.
  • Fixed an issue where Rabies cast by Werewolf companions from the Of the Alpha legendary aspect could miss.
  • Fixed an issue where Druids could continuously run into a wall if Trample was used to move towards a nearby wall.
  • Fixed an issue where Treasure Goblins would sometimes become invincible and run away if the player mounted or unmounted near them. (Treasure Goblins have had enough of your bullying, wanderer.)

Season of Blood

  • Fixed an issue where Blood Harvesters could quickly disappear after spawning.
  • Fixed an issue where the Norvaic enemy could spawn repeatedly in certain co-op situations.
  • Fixed an issue where Seeds of Hatred extracted by being Hatred's Chosen did not count towards a Season Journey objective’s progress.
  • Fixed an issue which made Potent Blood dropped from a Blood Well inaccessible.

  • Fixed an issue where Duriel wouldn’t spawn when the player re-entered the boss arena after respawning.

User Interface and User Experience

  • Fixed an issue where map overlays for Helltide and Blood Harvest wouldn't display properly when entering a region covered by fog of war.
  • Fixed an issue where the tooltip displayed while hovering over certain items could blink periodically.
  • Fixed an issue where the text describing how to unlock Mounts was inaccurate for players who skipped the Campaign.

  • Fixed an issue where navigating to the Season Journey from a Seasonal Aspect wouldn't open the correct chapter.
  • Navigating the Seasonal Stash with a controller will now be more consistent.

Miscellaneous

  • Fixed an issue where visual effects on armor would remain fully visible while using Concealment. (Lilith sees all, foolish wanderer.)
  • Various visual, performance, and stability improvements.

Diablo IV

Diablo IV is a video game that came out in 2023. It's an online game where you play as a character from five different classes like Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Rogue, or Sorcerer. The game, made by Blizzard Entertainment, is the fourth one in the Diablo series.

You can play it on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, and on computers with Microsoft Windows. In the game, you go on adventures, fight enemies, and complete quests. Some things in the game, like the dungeons and the items you collect, are different each time you play. People liked the story and the feeling of the game, and it made a lot of money, $666 million, in just the first five days after it was released.

Diablo IV Gameplay

In Diablo IV, the game is all about getting stronger by defeating tough enemies. You choose a character from different classes, like Barbarian or Sorcerer, and fight using special skills that you can customize with equipment and talents. The enemies are grouped into families with unique themes and styles.

The story focuses on the regular people of Sanctuary instead of fancy politics or kings, making it a more down-to-earth tale. Your character's abilities in battle depend on their attributes and the items they have equipped, affecting both offense and defense.

Diablo IV introduces new powers like Angelic, Demonic, and Ancestral, which add interesting effects to the game. Items come in different rarities, with the rarest ones having special effects. You can trade and craft items, but the most powerful ones are limited. The game also has limited-time seasons that change the game's dynamics. You can buy cosmetic items with real money, but the game needs an internet connection and can't be played offline.

Diablo IV Trailer

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Diablo 4 Reveals December 5 Update Patch Notes - FAQs

1.  What is the main feature introduced in the Diablo 4 December 5 update?

The update brings a new endgame dungeon called Abattoir of Zir, along with improved itemization and player-friendly changes.

2. How has Glyph experience changed in Nightmare Tiers with this update?

Glyph experience has been increased at various Nightmare Tiers, with the most significant boost at Tier 100, rising from 206 to 339.

3. What bug fixes are included in the gameplay updates?

Fixes address issues such as Screen Reader malfunctions, dungeon objective completion problems, and unexpected enemy spawns in various dungeons and events.

4. What NVIDIA technology is further supported in this update?

The update introduces additional support for NVIDIA Reflex technology, which players can enable in the in-game settings.

5. Are there improvements in the user interface and experience?

Yes, the update includes fixes for map overlays, tooltips, and navigation issues, ensuring a more consistent and accurate user experience.