The new action RPG Diablo 4 will offer 5 classes at release. MeinMMO helps you to find the best class for you.
May 4 update: We have added some information.
What classes are there? Diablo 4 comes with 5 different classes:
In Diablo 4, the classes differ not only by different armor or a few spells, but fundamentally from each other. Each even has a special class mechanic that is only available to that class.
Which class is the best? In the beta there were already clear differences between the individual classes. The Necromancer has left all the others far behind, while the Druid is by far the last. You can find the ranking in our class tier list for Diablo 4.
During the beta, however, Blizzard collected a lot of data on class balancing and now wants to implement it. Among other things, barbarian and druid are blatantly buffed, while necromancers and sorceresses get a nerf.
Above all, our list here should give you an impression of which class suits you at all. Because no matter how good a class is, if you don’t like it, it’s not going to be fun or powerful.
How good is the barbarian?
Barbarians can: Barbarians rely on pure melee combat and have little opportunity to attack opponents at a distance. In return, their anger can even trigger earthquakes and call on the spirits of their ancestors for help.
The melee fighters rely on sheer brutality and physical strength to defeat opponents. As a special class mechanic, barbarians can carry 4 sets of weapons at once, which they change automatically when an ability requires a specific type of weapon.
How strong are barbarians? Barbarians have tended to be weak so far, taking a beating and struggling to reach opponents. After all, the buff makes them last longer and cause more damage. Beginners who don’t want to play as a glass cannon are well served with the barbarian.
Barbar suits you if…
Diablo 4: Beta Gameplay – Barbarian
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How good is the druid?
Druids can: Druids use the magic of nature to enchant enemies, strengthen allies or transform into bears and wolves and crush enemies. You can take on different roles and fight in melee or ranged combat.
With their magic, it should even be possible to summon companions for a short time or to arrest opponents. As a special class mechanic, druids can offer sacrifices to spirits to gain permanent buffs.
How strong are druids? Once upon a time, druids were among the best classes that were also difficult to master. In the beta, they were by far the worst class. In any case, as a druid you will have to deal with your skills well in order to find a good build. No class for beginners.
Druid suits you if…
Diablo 4: Werewolf Druid vs World Boss Ashava gameplay
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How good is the sorceress?
Sorceresses can: Sorceress weaves elemental magic, using it to hurl meteorites at foes, conjure blizzards, or throw lightning bolts. They absolutely detest close combat.
With their magic, sorceresses can not only cause damage, but also control opponents. The special class mechanic allows sorceresses to write their own spells by adding passive effects to active spells with additional skill slots.
How strong are sorceresses? Traditionally, magic classes like Sorceress are at the top end of tier lists. Although they take little, they dish out so hard that almost no opponent can reach them anyway: the definition of a “glass cannon”, can dish out a lot, take little. That’s his impression so far, and even with Nerf, sorceresses should end up high on the strength scale.
Sorceress suits you if…
Diablo 4: Sorceress with Shock build against Malnok Base
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How good is the slayer?
Hunters can: Hunters rely on fighting with different weapons in close and long-range combat. They alternate shots with bows or crossbows and attacks with daggers and other melee weapons in spectacular combos.
In addition, Slayers fight with poisons and shadow abilities. As a special class mechanic, Slayers can choose one of three specializations that fundamentally change their playstyle.
How strong are slayers? The previous classes of the Huntress were always rather strong classes, but they are difficult to master. According to previous experience in Diablo 4, the huntress will probably settle in the middle and be easily accessible even for beginners.
Slayer suits you if…
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How good is the Necromancer?
Necromancers can: Necromancers use their magic to summon skeletons and zombies, but also to empower themselves. With corpses, they can cast spells that damage opponents or increase their armor.
Their magic allows the necromancer to either fight actively themselves or send hordes of undead minions into battle. A unique class mechanic, Necromancers have the ability to use the Book of Dead to determine exactly how their spells work.
How strong are Necromancers? In the Beta, Necromancers were by far the strongest class that could even function with just a single button. However, the necromancers have been nerfed quite a bit for this.
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Necromancer suits you if…
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None of the classes suit me – now what?
The 5 featured classes are the first you can play in Diablo 4. There will be more classes at a later date, only when exactly is not yet known.
The 6th class has a high probability of becoming a paladin or crusader – exactly the class most of you want. Such an archetype is still missing in Diablo 4 and is expected to appear with the first expansion.
If you’re still unsure what you want to play, we’ve prepared a quiz for you. Just answer 10 short questions and we’ll tell you what suits you:
Diablo 4: Which class is right for me? 10 questions to help you decide