Diablo 4 Season 9: Exact Global Release Times and What’s New in Sins of the Horadrim
Ready to jump back into Sanctuary? Diablo 4 Season 9, called Sins of the Horadrim, is almost here and it’s bringing a ton of new content and challenges for both seasoned veterans and fresh adventurers. Whether you’re looking to master new spells, test your builds, or just see what’s new, here’s exactly when you can dive in — plus what you can expect once the gates open.
- Release times for Diablo 4 Season 9 in all major time zones
- New mechanics: Horadric Spells, Strongrooms, Jewels
- Endgame challenge: Escalating Nightmares and Exalted Astaroth
- Battle Pass updates and rewards explained
Diablo 4 Season 9: Release Time in Your Region
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 1. That’s when Sins of the Horadrim officially launches across all platforms. The release will be simultaneous worldwide, so here’s when you can log in:
- 10 a.m. PDT — West Coast North America
- 1 p.m. EDT — East Coast North America
- 2 p.m. BRT — Brazil
- 6 p.m. BST — UK
- 7 p.m. CEST — Western Europe/Paris
- 2 a.m. JST (Wednesday, July 2) — Japan
- 3 a.m. AEST (Wednesday, July 2) — Australia (East Coast)
No matter where you are, you’ll be able to join the hunt for Astaroth and his new amalgam right on time.
What’s New in Sins of the Horadrim?
Season 9 is all about fresh mechanics and intense endgame content. The headline feature is the new seasonal questline, where you’ll hunt for corrupted blood relics and eventually face off against the infamous Astaroth. As you move through the story, you’ll unlock Horadric Spells — customizable spells crafted from three components:
- Catalyst: The core ability of the spell
- Infusion: Alters the spell’s elemental damage
- Arcana: Adds extra effects, with up to three arcana per spell
With so many catalysts, infusions, and arcana to mix and match, you can really tailor your magic to your playstyle.
Horadric Strongrooms & Jewels
Once you wrap up the main quest, it’s time to test your skills in Horadric Strongrooms. These micro-dungeons appear inside Nightmare Dungeons and offer a two-phase challenge: activate a Horadric Gateway, survive a monster ambush, then clear the strongroom itself in a timed encounter. Your reward? Horadric Tomes and Jewels that can be socketed into your gear for powerful new buffs and effects.
Escalating Nightmares: The Ultimate Endgame Test
If you’re looking for a real challenge, try Escalating Nightmares. You’ll have to clear three Nightmare Dungeons back-to-back, with all their affixes stacking as you go. Survive, and you’ll face an Exalted Astaroth — a tougher version of this season’s main villain. Think you can handle it?
Season 9 Battle Pass & Rewards
The reliquaries are getting a refresh this season. The Sins of the Horadrim battle pass is free for all players and includes 200 Platinum, a new horse mount, and other goodies. For even more rewards, check out the Armor, Beasts, and Weapons paths — but remember, these extra paths require a purchase to unlock their full potential.
That’s the essentials! Whether you’re here for the new spells, the loot, or just the thrill of the hunt, Season 9 looks packed with action. Ready to see what the Horadrim have in store?
