Can you enjoy Diablo 4 offline? Is the game always online? In today’s world, it’s becoming increasingly common for video games to choose always-online requirements over consumer-friendly offline modes.
Can You Play Offline in Diablo 4?
Blizzard Entertainment designed many of the game’s mechanics around multiplayer. Unfortunately, you must have an active internet connection to play Diablo 4. As of right now, there is no offline mode available for Diablo 4. It’s unfortunate, as many players still don’t have a stable internet connection. What happens if you lose your internet for a weekend?
From a business standpoint, it obviously makes sense. They want you to interact with the community and, hopefully, the in-game store to buy cosmetic skins for your character.
If you want an ARPG with offline capabilities, I highly recommend Grim Dawn or Last Epoch. They both have dedicated offline modes!
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Does Diablo 4 Require Multiplayer?
While Diablo 4 does require you to play online, meaning you’ll meet and likely interact with other players occasionally, you don’t have to group up and play with anyone. If you want to play completely solo, you can avoid the ARPG’s many multiplayer features, like world events.
At no point in the experience does the game force you to party up with anyone to complete an objective. It’s usually more manageable in a group, however.
What is the Best Solo Class in Diablo 4?
While most people choose the Necromancer for solo play in Diablo 4, I recommend something different. Personally, I say choose the Barbarian. As a Barbarian main, I’m absolutely biased, but their high survivability and damage output make them a force on the battlefield.
With the right build, a solo Barbarian can easily tackle most, if not all, of the game’s dungeons and events. Plus, they have some of the best transmogs in the game!
The Guide Hall typically enjoys Diablo 4 solo and would definitely opt into an offline mode if one ever becomes available. We’ll have new game guides for you soon!