Can you preload Diablo 4?

Diablo IV's release date of June 6, 2023, is soon approaching. With it comes Lillith and her armies of hell to wreak havoc on Sanctuary. Fans have eagerly awaited the next Diablo title, and many intend to play during the early access period and open beta. Those looking forward to it may wonder if you can preload Diablo IV.

How to preload Diablo IV

The answer is yes—you can preload Diablo IV, though currently, this is restricted to early access and open beta. Preloads are available starting March 15, 2023. The instructions below are for PC players, while console players can find the beta and preload through the Xbox and PlayStation stores. Here is how to preload Diablo IV.

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• Open the Battle.net launcher.
• Log in.
• Click the All Games button.
• Select Diablo IV.
• Select Install.

This will start the Diablo IV preload and have you ready to go for when Diablo IV's early access and open beta start. Preloading Diablo IV is a great way to ensure you are ready to play and maximize your time in the beta. If you have already pre-ordered Diablo IV, preload the game before early access starts.

For more information on Diablo IV, check out Does Diablo 4 have a season pass? and Is there character customization in Diablo 4? on Pro Game Guides.