The publisher says the collection packages the Diablo IV base game together with the Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred expansions and will be available both at retail and digitally through the Nintendo eShop worldwide.
Background and context
Diablo IV, developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment, originally launched in June 2023 on PC and consoles and has since expanded with multiple story-driven content drops.
The newly announced Age of Hatred Collection brings the core game and two expansions to Nintendo’s next-generation handheld-home console, with a confirmed release date of September 15, 2026.
What Blizzard announced (rewritten)
In its announcement, Blizzard said the Age of Hatred Collection will land on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 15, 2026, and that the bundle includes the base Diablo IV experience plus the Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred expansions.
The publisher also highlighted that players will be able to explore new regions such as the jungles of Nahantu and the shores of Skovos using the console’s Joy-Con 2 controllers as they confront the Lord of Hatred across Sanctuary.
Availability and platforms
Blizzard confirmed the title will be sold both physically at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop at launch, with availability stated as worldwide.
The announcement explicitly references the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and the Joy-Con 2 Controller as supported input on the platform.
Why this matters
Bringing Diablo IV and its expansions to a Nintendo platform marks a notable expansion of the franchise’s reach on handheld-capable hardware.
Blizzard Entertainment is the long-running developer behind the Diablo series, which dates back to the original Diablo in 1996, and the Xbox/PlayStation/PC releases of Diablo IV established the title as a major cross-platform RPG entry.
Expectations and next steps
Blizzard’s announcement sets a firm date for Switch 2 owners interested in Diablo IV content: September 15, 2026.
Further details on pricing, physical edition contents, and technical performance on Nintendo Switch 2 will likely follow from Blizzard and retail partners in the lead-up to launch.