Blizzard has officially detailed the performance, resolution settings, and features for Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection on the Switch 2. The bundle launches this week for $69.99, offering distinct Quality and Performance graphics modes alongside cross-progression, cross-play, and mouse and keyboard support via USB.
Players diving into the newly released Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection on Nintendo’s hybrid system will find a comprehensive bundle that combines the base game alongside major narrative expansions. Experience the complete Diablo IV Age of Hatred story spanning multiple campaigns. This bundle instantly unlocks the Diablo IV base game, Vessel of Hatred expansion, and Lord of Hatred expansion. Play through a massive, immersive campaign and master eight distinct classes, including the all-new Paladin and Warlock. With instant access to Vessel of Hatred, take up the Spiritborn class and explore the deadly region of Nahantu, then expand your journey to the Isles of Skovos in Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred. Confront Lilith’s cultists and, as the saga continues, Mephisto’s zealots. Uncover long-buried secrets and grow stronger through robust endgame challenges with full cross-progression and cross-play.
Resolution and Framerate Settings on Switch 2
Technical performance on the new hardware features two distinct graphics settings outlined in a recent forum update. Players can choose between a resolution-focused setup and a higher framerate target depending on their preferred playstyle and display capabilities. According to an FAQ on Blizzard’s forums, there’ll be two graphics settings in the Age of Hatred Collection on Switch 2. This includes a “Quality Mode, running at 1440p in docked, and
Performance Mode”, targeting 40fps across both modes.
Quality Mode: Runs at 30 fps and 1080p in handheld mode, scaling to 1440p in docked mode.
Performance Mode: Targets 40 fps at 1080p in both handheld and docked configurations.
Running the docked Performance Mode requires a compatible display with a refresh rate of 120Hz or higher. Blizzard has also detailed some other features in the Switch 2 version of Diablo IV. This includes touch screen controls, mouse and keyboard support via USB, controller rumble, multiple accessibility features, and GameChat support.
Pricing and Distribution Details
The collection arrives on the platform priced at $69.99 / £62.99. Players purchasing physical copies should note that the retail release for Switch 2 is being distributed as a code-in-box release rather than containing a traditional game card.
And if you’re an existing player, you can also continue your adventure with cross-progression. You’ll need to link your Battle.net account for this. Cross-play is also supported, and purchases across systems carry over.
Online Connectivity Requirements
Blizzard has also clarified you can play without a Switch Online Membership, but you’ll still need an internet connection. Diablo IV is an online game, so an internet connection is still required.
Without a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you can still experience:
- The campaign and side quests
- Open-world activities
- Couch co-op
- The Tower and Leaderboards
- Seasonal Ranks and season content
Without a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you will not be able to join an online party, trade with other players, join a Clan, participate in PvP or encounter other players in the open world.
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