End Game Guide | Diablo 4 Wiki

End-game content starts when a player completed the main campaign and laid the foundation of the game's basic mechanics. Adapted in general exploration and covered the majority of the world. A vast majority of player base is not only mentally prepared by understanding the core gameplay of the game after completing the main campaign, but the said majority is also statistically prepared in terms of building their characters. During post-game content, players will have at least a decently built character with proper gears, levels, and skills which we will be touching on in the later sections and we call these post-main campaign builds.

Regardless of the quality of post-game builds, ranging from mediocre to good ones, the said builds will play pivotal roles when transitioning to proper or meta-defining builds. Since players are allowed to respec (the ability to reset skill allocations) their characters on the fly in exchange for Gold. It is worth noting that no matter which class a player will choose, the said class will be capable of tackling end-game content thus players will have the freedom to choose the class they desire. A specific class is not required to play just to clear end-game content.

End-game content is essentially an engaging gameplay loop wherein players will go through higher World Difficulty Tiers to further improve their builds by gaining more levels, upgrading their skills, and getting new equipment sets. Higher difficulty World Tiers indeed provide more experience, letting players reach higher levels quicker. Concerning this, playing in the said higher difficulty tiers will allow players to collect new tiers of equipment as well. Equipment with better stats and effects compared to its predecessors.

There's a prize though in playing under higher World Tier difficulties, enemies will generally be stronger and tankier and we can observe this in other games as well. Essentially, the higher the difficulty tier the more better rewards that rewards its player base. Now that you do have a brief idea of the gameplay loop works, it is time for the nitty-gritty of the things you should be doing to help you approach and ultimately fare well in end-game content.

Reaching Level 50 and Clearing Cathedral of Light

Once you have completed the main campaign, your priority should be reaching level 50, unless you have already achieved that milestone. If you have surpassed level 50 before finishing the campaign, you won't encounter any difficulties in this regard. However, there is a crucial dungeon called the Cathedral of Light Capstone Dungeon located in the northern part of Kyovashad that you need to tackle. The enemies within this Dungeon range from levels 50 to 53, making it a challenging endeavor if you are not at or near level 50. Hence, it is essential to increase your level accordingly if you haven't reached that threshold. If your level is already at 50, that's perfect. Even if it exceeds 50, there's no issue and this will give you leverage as well. Once you have achieved the appropriate level, proceed to enter the Dungeon and complete it. This accomplishment will unlock access to World Tier 3, where a majority of the endgame activities await you. Prepare yourself as this is the start of end game content. It is a long and perilous journey, however, surely provides a rewarding experience. Most importantly, do not forget to enjoy. End-game requires perseverance however, having fun should be your priority. Keep your progress steady and proceed according to your own pace without any need to rush.

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World Tier 3 Difficulty & Tree of Whispers Quests

In World Tier 3, there are three activities available for you to engage in and we will start on the Tree of Whispers quest first. Tree of Whispers is a set of quests that rangas from periodic Helltides encounters and Nightmare Dungeon farming. The Tree of Whispers presents random objectives that constantly shift across different zones in Diablo 4. These objectives can be compared to bounties where you need to defeat monsters, complete dungeon runs, and so on. Each activity rewards you with a specific number of points.

Once you have accumulated points, you can return to the Tree of Whispers and exchange them for a cache of goods. These caches can contain Two-Handed Weapons, Chest pieces, or even higher-tier caches with superior gear. It is advisable to prioritize obtaining the higher-tier caches whenever possible. This serves as an easy method to acquire quality equipment, especially if you are encountering difficulties farming them in World Tier 3 initially. Furthermore, completing the Tree of Whispers activities once is crucial as it grants you a Nightmare Sigil. This sigil enables you to access Nightmare Dungeons, which are additional challenging dungeons to explore and we will go through what Nightmare Dungeons are next.

Nightmare Dungeons Farming

Nightmare Dungeons are distinct variations of standard dungeons that require the use of Nightmare Sigils. The Sigil can be located in the Consumables section of your inventory and allows you to transform a specific Dungeon into a tier of Nightmare Dungeon. Initially, you begin at Nightmare Tier 1, accompanied by a unique buff that also carries negative effects. These effects can range from enemies exploding upon death to the presence of a companion who intermittently summons lightning from the sky. Various positive and negative effects enhance the challenge of running these Nightmare Dungeons.

Engaging in this particular activity offers several compelling reasons. Firstly, these Dungeons are consistently populated with sizable groups of Elites. These Elites possess a higher likelihood of dropping rare items, making them an abundant source of potential Legendary Items. By eliminating a greater number of these enemies, your chances of obtaining Legendaries increase. It becomes a numbers game, and Nightmare Dungeons prove to be an excellent avenue for securing powerful loot.

Improving your Paragon System

Furthermore, completing Nightmare Dungeons offers the opportunity to allocate experience points to enhance your Paragon Glyphs, progressively strengthening them over time. Let's delve into what the Paragon System entails. As you surpass level 50 and advance in the Paragon System, you will invest points into your Paragon Board. This grants you additional Stats, and periodically, you will encounter sockets on the board where you can select Glyphs, each with its unique effects. These Glyphs are loot drops obtained randomly from various activities in Diablo 4, such as engaging in Tree of Whispers or Nightmare Dungeons. Once you acquire a Glyph of your preference, you can slot it into the corresponding socket on the board.

As the Glyph levels up, its corresponding effect becomes increasingly potent. You have the freedom to assign any Glyph you desire to the Paragon Board, even if it differs from the one you are currently using. If you wish to experiment with different Glyphs and enhance their levels, you have the flexibility to do so. The higher the Nightmare Tiers you challenge, the more experience your Glyphs will accumulate. However, it's important to note that as the tiers increase, enemies will become more formidable, necessitating a stronger Diablo 4 Build to overcome them. Nevertheless, by leveling up your Glyphs, you will earn experience at an accelerated pace, hastening your progress toward reaching higher levels.

Participate in Helltides

Let's discuss Helltides, which are spontaneous events occurring in a specific zone on the map, typically lasting around more than an hour. During these events, you venture into these zones and engage in battles with a large group of enemies. Additionally, you can find rare crafting materials exclusively available during Helltides. These materials are valuable for tinkering with your Equipment, making it worthwhile to participate in this activity. It is essential to dedicate time to eliminate enemies and obtain a resource that allows you to unlock chests containing Sacred Legendaries. However, note that the presence of a Sacred Legendary in these chests is not guaranteed. The chances typically range from 80% to 90% of obtaining a Sacred Legendary most of the time.

The chests offer varying amounts depending on their content, such as a more affordable piece of Armor compared to a Two-Handed Weapon or a Jewelry item. Therefore, you need to assess the available options on your map and consider the remaining time to determine your desired rewards from these chests. Once you have made your decision, you can begin farming by slaying enemies and Bosses and participating in events within the Helltides zone to accumulate more of these resources for acquiring additional Legendaries. However, exercise caution while in this area, as extremely powerful Bosses with significantly higher levels than you, roam here. It is crucial to be mindful of the formidable challenges present and aim to avoid dying at all costs during Helltides. Failing to survive carries the consequence of losing half of your accumulated resources.

Farming World Bosses

In World Tier 3, you'll encounter World Bosses, which begin to appear upon completing the campaign. These formidable foes can be confronted alongside other players, regardless of whether you are in a group or simply in their vicinity while you explore. When World Bosses spawn, a marker with a countdown timer will be displayed on your map. Usually, there is a 30-minute waiting period before the battle commences. Therefore, it is important to travel to the designated location and be present when the encounter begins or join in progress if you're fortunate enough, to contribute to the Boss' defeat.

Upon successfully vanquishing a World Boss, you will receive a weekly chest containing a variety of Legendary items and crafting materials. Additionally, the World Boss itself guarantees a Legendary drop. Hence, participating in these encounters whenever the timer is active is highly recommended, as it presents a fantastic opportunity to obtain guaranteed Legendaries. Moreover, engaging in these battles with other players is enjoyable and its difficulty is subpar and less difficult.

Clear All Strongholds and Side Questing

While leveling and farming for superior gears are important, it is crucial to engage in side quests and ensure the conquest of all Strongholds as well. Additionally, make it a priority to discover all the Altars of Lilith if you haven't done so during your initial playthrough, which is highly likely. Utilize our Diablo 4 Map to locate these altars. By doing this, you will earn a reputation with various factions. It is essential to attain at least a Rank 3 reputation to unlock valuable Skills and Healing Potions that will greatly assist you in your Nightmare Dungeons.

However, it is advisable to progress beyond Rank 3 at some point. Reaching the final rank in each faction's reputation offers a significant benefit of acquiring 4 Paragon Points per region. When you combine these points from all regions, it amounts to a total of twenty Paragon Points. The Paragon System plays a pivotal role in significantly strengthening your character, particularly as you progress to higher levels.

Aiming for World Tier 4

Once you reach approximately level 70 and feel confident in your abilities, it's time to tackle the Fallen Temple Capstone Dungeon located in the Dry Steppes. Completing this dungeon will unlock the ability to increase the World Tier Difficulty to 4, granting access to Torment Difficulty. In this elevated difficulty, you will face tougher enemies, gain more experience, and level up faster. Additionally, you'll encounter new and powerful items called Ancestrals, which are a superior version of Sacreds, surpassing even the regular ones. Furthermore, you'll discover unique items exclusive to this difficulty level that cannot be obtained in World Tier 3. That's the general strategy for your endgame progression.

It is highly recommended to engage in Tree of Whispers or Whisper of the Dead Quests until you feel confident in your gear. Once you have obtained adequate equipment, venture into Nightmare Dungeons to gauge your capabilities. If you find the dungeons challenging, focus on completing Whisper of the Dead activities to further improve your character. On the other hand, if you're managing well, continue tackling Nightmare Dungeons to acquire better gear. Occasionally, consider participating in Helltides alongside questing to gain a reputation with certain factions.

Do Fields of Hatred - PVP

If you are looking at the PVP side of things in Diablo 4, you will not be disappointed. Diablo 4 aims to provide a lifetime service keeping their player engage and satisfied. A large chunk of Diablo 4's population, are PVP enthusiasts and Fields of Hatred is their playground. Too tired of grinding and wanted to break the ice momentarily? PVP content may provide a different kind of spice to your gameplay experience. The player vs player experience has its depth of its own. PVE builds as the name implies are tailored to defeat the hardest content in Diablo 4 and keep evolving day by day and new sets of builds are being discovered for players to enjoy. This applies to PVP as well. Diablo 4's player base is dedicated to fine-tuning their builds to perform better in Fields of Hatred.

Imagine how intricate the PVE Builds are and the same goes for PVP builds. Enjoy hundreds of hours experimenting on the said builds keeping Diablo 4's end-game loop worthwhile. But how can players access or unlock PVP? To reach the Fields of Hatred, an area situated in the Dry Steppes region, head towards the southwest. On your map, you can identify this extensive region as the light red zone. The Fields of Hatred serve as a player-versus-player (PVP) zone, granting you the opportunity to engage in combat with fellow players. Upon participating in the said mode, enjoy and earn new currencies that players can exchange for PVP-exclusive items or cosmetics.

Enjoy The Gameplay Loop of Diablo 4

With this guide, you now have a clear understanding of what to focus on in the endgame. If you have alternate characters or wish to create a new class, you can bypass the campaign and immediately delve into Whisper of the Dead activities at a lower tier. This allows you to gain experience while engaging in this activity. However, keep in mind that there are other activities available, such as Dungeons and side quests, which also provide experience. To skip the campaign, access the Main Menu and select "Skip Campaign" for those characters, even if they are already in progress. This option becomes available after completing the campaign on your main character.

How can I access World Tier 3 and what should be the ideal character level for it?

 

After completing the main campaign, players need to clear the Cathedral of Light Capstone Dungeon located in the northern part of Kyovashad and it is advisable to clear the said dungeon with a level 50 character.

What should be the best class to use to clear the end game? Is there a best class?

 

There's a clear answer to it and you will find it pleasing. A certain class is not required to clear the end game and all of the classes available at launch are capable to perform and fare well at the end game. Players will have the freedom to express their desired playstyle.

Why should I play in higher-difficulty tiers such as World Tier 3?

 

Higher World Tiers provide better rewards in general. This covers EXP, Gold, and gears. Note that as the player tackles higher difficulties, the more the enemies grow stronger as well.

What are Sacred and Ancestral Legendary types of gears?

 

When playing under World Tier 3, Sacred gears will start to drop. Sacreds are better versions of the normal legendaries. Sacreds are a higher tier of equipment with better stats in general. World Tier 4 on the other hand allows players to receive Ancestral types which are better than Sacreds.

How many chests can I receive from World Bosses?

 

Players can get a weekly chest from World Boss. Note that chests from World Boss drop Legendary items thus making it a good source of gear thus it is a fine idea to participate in this weekly event to gain as much gear as you can.

Can I get Legendaries as well in Helltides?

 

Players can indeed receive Legendaries from chest rewards in Helltide. It is possible to get a higher form of gear as well like Sacreds but it is based on chances.