Blizzard Entertainment has launched a series of celebrations marking the 30th anniversary of the legendary Diablo franchise, reaffirming the series’ enduring legacy in the action RPG genre.
The festivities included a 40-minute spotlight presentation focused on new content and updates for current Diablo titles—yet for many fans, major questions about the future of the series on Nintendo platforms remain unanswered. Diablo has long been a staple for Nintendo players, with both Diablo III: Eternal Collection and Diablo II: Resurrected finding considerable success on the Nintendo Switch since their releases in 2018 and 2021, respectively.
As the Nintendo Switch approaches the end of its lifecycle, anticipation grows regarding the next-generation hardware—often referred to as Nintendo Switch 2—and whether Blizzard’s blockbuster franchises will continue their support on the new platform. In an interview conducted by Eurogamer’s Robert Purchase during Diablo's anniversary events, Blizzard representatives declined to comment on the possibility of Diablo IV or an updated edition of Diablo II: Resurrected launching for Nintendo Switch 2.
While a formal statement was not offered, the continued interest in expanding to new platforms was evident. Nathan Lyons-Smith, executive producer for Hearthstone, addressed questions from journalists about the company’s broader console strategy.
Lyons-Smith stated that as Blizzard explores the console and handheld markets, their aim is to reach as wide an audience as possible—signaling that Nintendo hardware remains a topic of internal discussion. While rumors have circulated since April 2025 regarding a potential release of Diablo IV for Nintendo Switch 2, concrete announcements remain elusive.
Series general manager Rod Fergusson acknowledged fan speculation, noting that a Switch 2 version of Diablo IV is "something to look at," but explained that live service technical requirements pose notable challenges for a direct port. Blizzard is not new to supporting Nintendo’s platforms.
Overwatch—the team-based shooter originally known as Overwatch 2—is confirmed to arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.
The studio’s ongoing engagement with the Switch audience maintains optimism that the Diablo franchise may continue to expand on next-generation Nintendo devices. As the official 30th anniversary of Diablo approaches in 2027, fans can continue to enjoy fresh content, including new character classes like the Warlock in Diablo II: Resurrected on the current Nintendo Switch.
The future remains promising for collaboration between Blizzard and Nintendo, but players may need to wait longer for definitive news on Diablo IV or further Diablo II releases for Switch 2. For now, Nintendo Switch users can revisit the dark dungeons of Sanctuary and look forward to Blizzard’s evolving roadmap—while the industry watches for official announcements in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations and eShop updates.
The festivities included a 40-minute spotlight presentation focused on new content and updates for current Diablo titles—yet for many fans, major questions about the future of the series on Nintendo platforms remain unanswered. Diablo has long been a staple for Nintendo players, with both Diablo III: Eternal Collection and Diablo II: Resurrected finding considerable success on the Nintendo Switch since their releases in 2018 and 2021, respectively.
As the Nintendo Switch approaches the end of its lifecycle, anticipation grows regarding the next-generation hardware—often referred to as Nintendo Switch 2—and whether Blizzard’s blockbuster franchises will continue their support on the new platform. In an interview conducted by Eurogamer’s Robert Purchase during Diablo's anniversary events, Blizzard representatives declined to comment on the possibility of Diablo IV or an updated edition of Diablo II: Resurrected launching for Nintendo Switch 2.
While a formal statement was not offered, the continued interest in expanding to new platforms was evident. Nathan Lyons-Smith, executive producer for Hearthstone, addressed questions from journalists about the company’s broader console strategy.
Lyons-Smith stated that as Blizzard explores the console and handheld markets, their aim is to reach as wide an audience as possible—signaling that Nintendo hardware remains a topic of internal discussion. While rumors have circulated since April 2025 regarding a potential release of Diablo IV for Nintendo Switch 2, concrete announcements remain elusive.
Series general manager Rod Fergusson acknowledged fan speculation, noting that a Switch 2 version of Diablo IV is "something to look at," but explained that live service technical requirements pose notable challenges for a direct port. Blizzard is not new to supporting Nintendo’s platforms.
Overwatch—the team-based shooter originally known as Overwatch 2—is confirmed to arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.
The studio’s ongoing engagement with the Switch audience maintains optimism that the Diablo franchise may continue to expand on next-generation Nintendo devices. As the official 30th anniversary of Diablo approaches in 2027, fans can continue to enjoy fresh content, including new character classes like the Warlock in Diablo II: Resurrected on the current Nintendo Switch.
The future remains promising for collaboration between Blizzard and Nintendo, but players may need to wait longer for definitive news on Diablo IV or further Diablo II releases for Switch 2. For now, Nintendo Switch users can revisit the dark dungeons of Sanctuary and look forward to Blizzard’s evolving roadmap—while the industry watches for official announcements in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations and eShop updates.
