Diablo IV may not come to Nintendo Switch 2, and not because the console can't handle it

In the original Switch, games as a service didn't work too well

April 25, 2025
Updated: April 25, 2025 at 8:22 AM

Diablo IV may not come to Nintendo Switch 2, and not because the console can't handle it

The new Nintendo console, called Nintendo Switch 2, will be released on June 5 and promises to offer current gaming experiences that were not possible on the first Nintendo Switch. With this evolution, numerous third-party developers have already expressed their intention to support the new platform, opening the door to a considerably wider audience.

Blizzard has no faith in how live service games will work on Switch

Among the companies that see potential in this new console is Blizzard Entertainment, which has begun to analyze the feasibility of bringing Diablo IV to the Switch 2. However, Rod Fergusson, head of the Diablo franchise, has pointed out that while there is a clear opportunity, there are challenges associated with games as a service on this platform. According to Fergusson, this type of experience has proven complicated on the original console, but he hopes that with the new release, this situation will improve.

In a recent interview, Fergusson commented on the possibility of titles like Diablo III and Diablo II: Resurrected being compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 thanks to backward compatibility. He emphasized that the hardware of the new console could support more demanding games, such as Diablo IV. However, he reiterated that the success of this transition will depend on how the features of games as a service are managed within the Nintendo ecosystem.

Meanwhile, Blizzard continues to develop content for Diablo IV, focusing on improving the current experience. The company has announced that Season 8 will feature a collaboration with the popular series Berserk, which has generated expectations among the community. The developers aim not only to introduce new features but also to adjust the difficulty to find a satisfactory balance in the game.

As the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 approaches, Blizzard’s future support for this console and the arrival of new additions to Diablo IV will keep the public’s attention on both fronts.