Diablo 4 is a mere two weeks away and if you’re as excited as I am to play the game, you’ll likely wondering how much it will cost you and when exactly you can start playing it. Diablo 4 launches on 6 June but you can get early access to the game if you purchase certain editions of the game. When can you start playing Diablo 4 in early access and just what does that cost you? Here’s a full guide.
Diablo 4 South African Pre-Order and Start Time Guide
Diablo 4 launches with three different versions to choose from. There’s the standard edition game which isn’t anything special. If you buy this version, you’ll only get to play the game on 6 June at the global launch time (see below). However, the standard edition does come with some pre-order incentives including a Light Bearer Mount and Caparison of Faith Mount Armor.
If you spend a little bit extra on Diablo 4 and purchase the Deluxe Edition or Ultimate Edition, you’ll then get early access to the game and several other goodies. Here’s a breakdown of all the versions:
Diablo 4 Pre-Order Incentives
- Light Bearer Mount
- Caparison of Faith Mount Armor
- Battle.net Cosmetics Including
- Inarius Wings and Inarius Murloc Pet for Diablo 3
- Amalgam of Rage Mount for World of Warcraft
- Umber Winged Darkness Cosmetic Set for Diablo Immortal
Diablo 4 Standard Edition
- Diablo 4 Game
- Pre-Order Incentives
- Retail Price: R1999 / R1870 (Nexus Members)
- PS5 Digital Edition: R1379
- Xbox Digital Edition: R1379
- PC Digital Edition: $69.99
Diablo 4 Deluxe Edition
- Diablo 4 Game
- Pre-Order Incentives
- Early Access*
- Diablo 4 Mount and Mount Armor
- Battle Pass Unlock
Diablo 4 Ultimate Edition
- Diablo 4 Game
- Pre-Order Incentives
- Early Access*
- Diablo 4 Mount and Mount Armour
- Wings of The Creator Emote
- Battle Pass Unlock
- Battle Pass 20+ Tier Skips
*Early Access to Diablo 4 kicks off on 2 June 2023 at 01:00 CAT. Standard Edition owners will then be able to start playing Diablo 4 on 6 June at 01:00 CAT.
Diablo 4 Collector’s Edition (Collector’s Box)
There is a Diablo 4 Collector’s Edition available for order. The version is available to purchase internationally (sorry no local launch for this product). If you purchase the Diablo 4 Collector’s Box, keep in mind that it doesn’t include a copy of the game. You’ll have to find a way to import this product. It does contain electronics (the candle is electronic) so there will be some taxes on it too.
The box includes.
- Candle of Creation
- Occult Mousepad
- Cloth Map of Sanctuary
- Pin of the Horadrim
- Diablo IV Collector’s Edition Art Book
- Matted Fine Art Prints (x2) – 18.54″ x 10.79″
Here’s an unboxing of the box.
