Diablo III's annual "Fall of Tristram" event, slated to conclude on February 1st, has sparked player requests for an extension. However, community manager pezradar has confirmed this isn't feasible due to the event's hard-coded nature, precluding server-side adjustments.
This announcement follows another concerning delay: Diablo IV Season 34's launch, impacting player weekend plans. Pezradar apologized, explaining a last-minute 24-hour notice necessitated a schedule change. The delay stems from issues with the automatic season scheduler that prematurely ended Season 33 in early January. The team is developing new code to ensure smoother transitions between seasons, prioritizing the safe transfer of player progress. Improved communication with players regarding future scheduling is also promised.
Separately, Wolcen Studio revealed Project Pantheon, a free-to-play combat RPG incorporating extraction shooter mechanics. A closed alpha test begins January 25th in Europe, expanding to North America on February 1st. Game director Andrei Cirkulete describes the game as a blend of extraction shooter tension and RPG combat dynamics, drawing comparisons to Diablo and Escape from Tarkov. Players will assume the role of a Death messenger, striving to restore order to a ravaged world. The studio eagerly anticipates player feedback.
