In Diablo 4's Open Beta, players will once again return to Sanctuary to face the horde of the Burning Hells. If you want to get in as soon as humanly possible, then you will need to pre-download Diablo 4's Open Beta either for the Early Access version (if you've pre-ordered) or the one open to everyone from 24 to 26 March 2023.
This guide explains details surrounding Diablo 4's Open Beta pre-load, including when you can start the pre-loading process and the download size.
Update on 23 March 2023: We've updated this article with the official pre-load dates and times for Diablo 4's Open Beta weekends.
You can now pre-download Diablo 4's open beta on all platforms! Updated the download size.
Diablo 4 Open Beta Pre-Load Dates & Times
In an updated blog post, Blizzard officially revealed the pre-load dates and times for the Diablo 4 beta weekends:
- Early Access: Early Download begins Wednesday, March 15 at 9 a.m. PDT
- Open Beta: Early Download begins Wednesday, March 22 at 9 a.m. PDT
Players who have already downloaded for Early Access do not need to download again for Open Beta. Those who have pre-purchased Diablo 4 will receive Early Access to the Open Beta from 17 to 19 March 2023. On the following weekend, the Open Beta will be available to everyone from 24 to 26 March 2023.
How to Download Diablo 4 Open Beta
Check out the exact instructions on how you can download the Diablo 4 Open Beta once it becomes available.
Download Diablo 4 on PC:
- Launch the Battle.net client. If Diablo IV is not already in your Favorites bar, you can add it by clicking on the + icon. Alternatively, you can find Diablo IV by accessing the All Games page. You’ll see Diablo IV at the top of the list.
- Once you get to the Diablo IV Game Page. Click the blue button that says Install. The game will install and once it’s available, click Play to Launch.
Download Diablo 4 on Xbox
- Launch the Xbox Store and search for Diablo IV–Open Beta. Select Download.
Download Diablo 4 on PlayStation
- Launch the PlayStation Store and search for Diablo IV Open Beta. Select Download.
Diablo 4 Open Beta Download Size
The actual Diablo 4 Beta download size is around 74 GB, as we have confirmed on our Xbox Series X.
The Open Beta download size may also vary from platform to platform. Diablo 4 will be available on PC, PS4/PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S consoles, after all.
While you wait for the Diablo 4 Open Beta pre-load to become available, why not watch the latest Developer Livestream Update focusing on the upcoming beta, the Armor system, and Strongholds?
So there you have it, the Diablo 4 Open Beta pre-load dates speculation, alongside the expected download size, so you can jump into Sanctuary as soon as humanly possible. We will endeavor to update this article once exact dates and times become available.
For more Diablo 4, be sure to check out our dedicated section or some of our Guides & Tutorials just below:
Diablo 4 Class Builds - Best Barbarian Build | | Best Necromancer Build | Best Sorcerer Build | Best Druid Build | Best Rogue Build | All Classes Tier List | Best Class For Beginners | Build Calculator |
Class Mechanics: Sorcerer Enchantment System | Barbarian Arsenal | Rogue Specialization | Necromancer Book of the Dead | Druid Specialization |
Items - Healing Vial | Item Slot Types | Transmogs/Wardrobe | Salvage Items | Durability & Repair | Trading Items | All Unique Items & Stats | Set Items | Item Quality/Rarity Levels | Elixirs | Butcher's Cleaver |
Features: Beginners Guide | Impressions From Beta |
Quests: Ritual Tower Key | Forgive Me Side Quest | Traveler's Prayer Side Quest | Secret Of The Spring Riddle | Raising Spirits Side Quest |
General D4 Guides: Legendary & Gold Farming | Town Portal | Inventory Size | Stash Size | Beat Lilith's Lament | Beat Den Mother Boss | Beat Lord Avitus Boss | Beat Blood Bishop Boss | Reset Dungeons | Gathering Legions Guide | The Butcher Boss | Leave Dungeons | All Stronghold Locations |
Diablo 4 Tech Guides - Ray Tracing Support | Couch Co-Op | Server Regions | PC Requirements & File Size | Diablo 4 Servers Down? | Connection Issues Fix | Crashing Issues Fix | Unable To Install or Patch | Low FPS Fix | Error Code 34202 Fix | Disable Fog & Glare | Stuck in Queue Fix | Console Issues | PC Issues | Enable & Disable Chat Bubbles | Hit Max Level Fast | Best PC Settings High FPS | Error Code 395002 Fix | Error Code 316719 Fix | D4 on Steam Deck |
Crafting/Vendors - Jeweler | Gambling & Obols | Occultist | Alchemist | Blacksmith | | Monster Parts | Skins | Ore | Plants |
Legendary Aspects - Codex of Power | Sorcerer Legendary Powers | Barbarian Legendary Powers | Rogue Legendary Powers | Necromancer Legendary Powers | Druid Legendary Powers
Activities - Strongholds | Nightmare Dungeons | Silent Chests | Altars of Lilith |
Story & Lore - Campaign Length | Who is Lilith? | Who is Inarius | Deckard Cain | Secret Cow Level |
Zones - Fractured Peaks Overview | Scosglen | Kehjistan | Dry Steppes | Hawezar | All Waypoint Locations |
Mounts - Temptation Mount | Diablo 4 Class Dismount Mechanics | Unlock & Customize |
Seasons - Battle Pass Price | Diablo 4 Season Duration |
Gameplay Systems - Armor System | Clans | Primary Stats & Effects | Shrines & Buffs | Renown & Reputation | Max Level & Paragon Cap | World Tier Difficulty Levels | Followers/Mercenaries |
World Bosses - Ashava | Avarice | Wandering Death | Beat Ashava | Ashava Spawn Location |
Diablo 4 Misc - Statue of Inarius Price & Specs | Wolf Pack Cosmetic | Codes | Diablo 4 Free-to-Play? | Mother's Inked Title | Collector's Edition | How To Respec | Stagger Mechanic | Patch Notes | Asmongold Diablo 4 Beta Thoughts |
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