Blizzard has unveiled more details and information about Diablo 4 in its March 2022 blog update. Accorrding to Diablo 4 Environments Art Director Chris Ryder, the upcoming game will feature “five distinct regions and hundreds of dungeons”, including at least 150 or more dungeons to explore.

One of these distinct regions is the Scosglen Coast, which is described as “untamed, wild shorelines and headlands”. The coastal biome is first evidenced by the longer, more directional grasses that react to the driving offshore winds. The beaches are bleak and littered with seaweed, kelp and rotting carcasses. Rugged clifftops ascend high whilst promontories are carved by the continual pounding of waves below.

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Another is the Orbei Monastery, an isolated and secretive feature in the rural Dry Steppes. While the Zakarum’s presence has diminished, the Orbei Monastery carries evidence that places of worship for the Zakarum can still quietly function. Since the location here is in the desiccated plains of the Dry Steppes, the developers aim to push the notion of dusty grasslands with sparse vegetation. They’ve made the conscious decision to add dark rocks that complement the pale blonde and rusty grasses.

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Yet another is Kyovashad, a medieval settlement feels oppressive, frigid, and harsh. This is a place of refuge afforded to those who reside within its boundaries. This is also a militaristic settlement, so upon reaching the gates you are confronted with steep stone, perimeter walls and a deep cavernous moat that wards off any unwelcoming visitors.

Upon entering the town, you see the architecture typical throughout Fractured Peaks. Making use of the wood from the many forests in the region, structures here are clad with natural pine boards and birch shingles. As with most dwellings in Sanctuary these buildings are very much function over form.

Kyovashad has many districts, with each one set dressed in unique culture kits. Here we have the slums where the downtrodden seek shelter from the extreme elements: we support this idea by layering details of frayed cloth, broken shelters, and general unhappiness.

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Diablo 4 is slated to release on PC, but a new release window beyond just “after 2021” has yet to be announced.