Diablo 4 early access dates, platforms, and how to get access

Get an overview of Diablo 4 early access on PS5, PS4, Xbox, and PC and exactly what parts of the game you can play if you're lucky enough to jump in early.

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Diablo 4 early access is a great way to get a headstart on everyone else and see just what Blizzard’s RPG has to offer. With an expansive open world to explore, five different classes, a number of enemies to fight, and dungeons to make your way through, you will want to be in the best position when it comes to tackling the endgame and PvP.

We’ve already found the best Diablo 4 pre-order deals. But, what do you need to know to get yourself in and playing Diablo 4 early? This article will cover all the key details so you can jump in and choose which of the Diablo 4 classes you want to main, and which of the Diablo 4 world bosses you want to set your sight on first.

Diablo 4 early access dates

Diablo 4 early access begins on Thursday, June 1 at 4 pm PT/ 7 pm ET/ June 2 at 12am BST on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Early access will be available for players who purchase the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition and let you experience the full game from start to finish.

The five Diablo 4 classes – Rogue, Sorcerer, Necromancer, Druid, and Barbarian – will all be playable during early access. Plus, you will also be able to explore the full Diablo 4 map, level up, and complete the story, seeing all the characters and getting through the many quests and Diablo 4 dungeons on offer.

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Diablo 4 early access platforms

Diablo 4 early access is available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. This means you can jump in early no matter where you are playing.

If you haven’t grabbed the game yet, you can grab the console versions below.

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How to get access to Diablo 4 early access

You can access Diablo 4 early access by purchasing either the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition of the game on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. If you do purchase the standard version of the game, you won’t get access to the full game ahead of everyone else.

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That covers everything you need to know about Diablo 4 early access and how you can get in and play what is sure to be one of the best PS5 RPG games and best Xbox RPG games. For even more details and information about Diablo 4 if you are jumping in, check out our guide on the lower and higher Diablo 4 World Tiers, as well as our Diablo 4 walkthrough for even more guides and help.

Echo Apsey is a writer with five years of experience covering the PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, as well as the best games and franchises. You'll find plenty of guides on Call of Duty, XDefiant, Spider-Man 2, Starfield, Mortal Kombat 1, and more. Additionally, they regularly update The Loadout's PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass games lists. You can also find reviews and features on games and console hardware. In their time writing, they have attended industry events like Gamescom and WASD. Additionally, they have conducted interviews with the teams behind Lords of the Fallen, Blue Protocol, Dying Light 2, and more since beginning their writing journey at university.