Diablo 4 Update 1.4.4 Patch Notes: Major Changes and Fixes Coming Next Week

Blizzard has released the patch notes for Diablo 4's upcoming update, set to launch on July 10. Here’s a comprehensive look at what players can expect:

Key Changes

Increase in Sale Price of Summoning Materials

• Blackened Femur, Gurgling Head, and Trembling Hand prices will rise from 20,000 to 50,000 gold.
• Stygian Stone’s price will jump from 70,000 to 150,000 gold.

Adjustments to the Tempering System

• Manual drop rates will be more consistent.
• Tempered affixes will have unique icons for each Tempering category, improving item distinction.

Elixir Drop Rates Reduced

• The overall drop rate for Elixirs, which provide temporary buffs, will be decreased.

Bug Fixes

Accessibility

• Screen Reader functionality with collapsible menus has been fixed.

Gameplay

• Resolved an issue causing loss of boss summoning materials when transferred to new characters.
• Corrected the number of items granted by the Tortured Gift of Amulets in Helltide.
• Fixed various bugs affecting boss summoning, player movement, skill functionality, and game progression in specific areas.
• Addressed issues with specific Aspects and skills not functioning as intended.

User Interface and User Experience

• Adjusted title rewards, with a new title "Frenzied" added for completing Tier 59 of the Battle Pass.
• Various fixes to quest interactions, item appearances, and leaderboard updates.

Miscellaneous

• Audio and visual improvements, alongside enhanced performance and stability.

Looking Ahead

While players will benefit from these updates, the community is also anticipating the start of Season 5 next month. This new season promises exciting features, including a new mode, consumables, Unique items, and more rewarding endgame activities like Helltides.

Blizzard continues to refine and enhance Diablo 4, ensuring a richer and more engaging player experience.