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Diablo 4's eccentric past seasonal powers might transition from temporary to permanent fixtures, as announced by Blizzard.

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Diablo 4's quirky abilities from previous seasons could transition from temporary to permanent...
Diablo 4's quirky abilities from previous seasons could transition from temporary to permanent features, as announced by Blizzard.

Diablo 4's eccentric past seasonal powers might transition from temporary to permanent fixtures, as announced by Blizzard.

In a recent entry of the Burning Questions video series, the team behind Diablo 4 has addressed the topic of seasonal powers, a feature that has been a highlight for many players since the game's launch. The team, known for their openness to feedback, has expressed their willingness to reconsider the potential return of these powers.

One of the most vocal advocates for this change is Yoshi-P, the creative mind behind Final Fantasy 14. Despite his love for One Piece, Yoshi-P has expressed a dream collaboration to create a Diablo game, and he has spent thousands of hours immersed in the original Diablo. His strong affection for the game is evident, as he has expressed a desire to contribute to its development himself.

Seasonal powers have been a unique and popular feature in Diablo 4, with each season introducing new and exciting abilities. For instance, Season 1 saw the introduction of Malignant Heart powers, while Season 2, Season of the Blood, introduced the Vampiric powers. One of the Vampiric powers that has been particularly missed by players turns the player into a cloud of bats when they Evade.

However, the limited nature of these seasonal powers has been a point of discussion. The team appreciates the experimental and wacky ideas they allow, but they are also aware of the impact bringing them back as permanent fixtures could have on the game's experimental nature.

The team is exploring various options to address this. One possibility is integrating all seasonal progress and non-season-locked items permanently into Diablo 4, while keeping only seasonal-specific rewards and seasonal friend lists limited to the respective season.

Charles Dunn, Diablo 4's class designer, has acknowledged the sentiment shared by many players who miss certain seasonal powers. The team is planning to re-incorporate old seasonal powers into future systems, but they have not yet shared any official details on how this will be done.

As the team continues to work on Diablo 4, they are committed to listening to their community and striving to create an engaging and exciting experience for all players. The potential return of seasonal powers is just one of the many aspects they are considering to achieve this goal. Stay tuned for more updates as they become available.

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