Following the conclusion of Diablo 4’s Season 8 Public Test Realm, Blizzard has rolled out the 2.1.4 update for the live game. Though modest in size, this update packs a punch with several bug fixes and introduces some intriguing new elements to the mix.
This year has seen its fair share of patches for Diablo 4 as Blizzard continues to fine-tune its flagship action RPG. The game is structured around a seasonal model, bringing massive content drops every few months to keep players engaged. Season 8’s PTR ran from March 11 to March 18, allowing players to preview the incoming gameplay changes. The word on the street is that leveling up will be more challenging in Season 8. However, there’s always room for tweaks based on community feedback before the season officially kicks off on April 29.
Blizzard recently shared more about these newest updates on their website. Some of the standout features? They’ve now included support for Intel XeLL and XeSS Frame Generation. If your system specs are up to par, you can dive into these new settings under the graphics menu to try them out. Additionally, resolution scaling is now standard, promising enhanced performance — though players still have the option to turn it off if they wish.
Apart from this, the update hones in on various bug fixes, especially tied to the Season of Witchcraft. With the release of Season 8 pushed to April 29, there’s still ample time to enjoy the current season. While this latest update might not be groundbreaking, having these resolved issues is definitely a welcome change.
Looking forward, the horizon for Diablo 4 appears promising. Blizzard’s steadfast support hints at a long-term commitment to the game — they’re even still dropping updates for Diablo 3, after all. In a recent announcement, Blizzard teased difficulty tweaks for Season 8, hinting at a tougher gaming experience to address criticisms that the game is too easy. With the season launch around the corner, players are eager to see what challenges await.
### Diablo 4 Update 2.1.4 Patch Notes (March 18)
#### Game Updates
– Intel XeLL and XeSS Frame Generation support is now available. Players on PC who meet the requirements will find these settings in the graphics menu.
– Resolution scaling will automatically be enabled based on your system specs to boost performance.
#### Bug Fixes
##### Season of Witchcraft
– Resolved an issue where the Scour event couldn’t be completed in specific situations.
– Fixed a problem causing minimap herb icons to vanish during the Scour event.
– Addressed audio issues with Treasure Goblins in Headhunt zones.
– Corrected a bug where Druid Boulder projectiles were destroyed by Cocoons.
##### Miscellaneous
– Fixed teleportation bugs involving Inquisitors entering towns.
– Resolved a glitch affecting loadout renaming when the Mature Language Filter was disabled.
– Improved performance, stability, and visuals across the game.
As Blizzard continues to nurture Diablo 4, it’s clear they’re setting the stage for an exciting next chapter and beyond. Players, prepare for the thrills that await with each new update and season rollout!
