The Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred offer a unique gameplay experience found nowhere else in the world of Sanctuary. This is an alluring activity to complete, though it’s not without its challenges. But, what are the Fields of Hatred in Diablo 4? Well, this guide will cover everything there is to know right now about these Diablo 4 PvP arenas. We’ll also go over the Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred locations and rewards, available in these unique gameplay zones.
It’s possible that you’ll come across the Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred as you’re completing quests and exploring the Diablo 4 map of Sanctuary, though it will be risky to head in. Though each of the Diablo 4 classes are distinct and powerful in their own right, they’re not all equally powerful. Understanding the current Diablo 4 class tier list to find the best class will no doubt come in handy if you dare enter the Fields of Hatred.
What are the Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred?
In Diablo 4, Fields of Hatred are designated PvP areas in the open world that have been corrupted after Lilith’s return to Sanctuary. Within them, you can battle other players for the chance to earn desirable rewards.
Details about the Fields of Hatred were first revealed in the Diablo 4 Into the Endgame developer diary, which you can watch below.
Found in the open world of Sanctuary, this Diablo 4 endgame activity will see players able to engage in PvP combat. Killing other players and monsters, alongside completing activities in the zone will grant Shards of Hatred. As players collect more Shards of Hatred, they will be able to bring them to an Altar of Extraction where the Shards can be cleansed into Red Dust. Beware though, as players will be notified when an Altar of Extraction is being used and may head over to steal them.
If you die inside the Fields of Hatred, you will drop any Shards of Hatred you have collected, giving other players the opportunity to steal them for themselves. However, Red Dust will not be dropped when you die.
Described as “not a place for honor” in a developer update Q&A, the Fields of Hatred are not matchmade against groups, though there are different player “buckets” based on character levels. Therefore, while you can run into both solo players and groups in the Fields of Hatred, players will all be of a similar level.
Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred locations
There are two Fields of Hatred locations in Diablo 4 to be found in the world of Sanctuary. While Blizzard are yet to reveal the specific locations and they weren’t accessible during the beta period, we know that these are fairly large zones.
From looking at the map, there are two large red zones to the west of Sanctuary in the Dry Steppes and Kehjistan. It’s possible that these two areas are the Fields of Hatred locations, particularly as they weren’t available during the beta which gave us access to the full region of the Fractured Peaks.
Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred rewards
The Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred rewards include Red Dust for refining Shards of Hatred which can be spent at merchants for a variety of items, including cosmetics.
While Blizzard is yet to reveal the specific rewards for taking part in Fields of Hatred, we know that players will earn Red Dust after refining Shards of Hatred. Red Dust can be used at merchants in towns to buy cosmetic items and other rewards. It’s possible that the cosmetics will be unique Fields of Hatred cosmetics, either tailored to the theme of these zones or only acquirable through the activity.
That’s all you need to know about the Diablo 4 Fields of Hatred and PvP in Blizzard’s latest demon-slaying ARPG. With a better idea of the Fields of Hatred locations and rewards, you’re going to want to prepare as soon as the Diablo 4 release date lands. Be sure to use our Diablo 4 walkthrough so you can be ready on day one and geared for the Diablo 4 Season 1 release date as soon as possible.
