The first Diablo 4 patch adds balance tweaks to almost every class

This story was originally published on June 2. Since then, Diablo 4 patch 1.0.2 has also hosted several hotfixes and other micropatches. The current game build is Diablo 4 patch 1.0.2e, which offers two minor stability and QOL fixes. Diablo 4 Patch 1.0.2d was a larger patch that made several balance changes.

Diablo 4 has only just released, but Blizzard is keeping a close eye on the game with an early Diablo 4 patch 1.02 hotfix.

Announced earlier today, Blizzard confirmed that the small Diablo 4 update was a server-side hotfix that won't require an update. It will, however, likely be a little more noticeable for fans of the Sorcerer and Rogue classes, who both receive minor nerfs in the patch.

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Diablo patch 1.02 puts the Sorcerer's Flame Shield enchantment on full cooldown when it's initially equipped. That feels like more of an adjustment than a nerf, but if you're really min-maxing it might be noticeable. For the Rogue, a more apparent adjustment has been made to Inner Sight, which will now feature a four-second delay after its unlimited energy expires.

Elsewhere, the Shout skill cooldown reduction affix will no longer appear on items. While not a specific nerf to the class, that should be pretty keenly felt by the Barbarians, who make a lot of use of Shout. It's indirect, but likely to change the way the class plays regardless.

Across the game as a whole, top-tier players racing to hit the Diablo 4 max level might notice increased health values on Monsters they fight in later World Tiers. By the time you're cutting around the endgame, however, a few extra HP here and there shouldn't be too much of a concern.

Early access for Diablo 4 is available right now, with full access coming soon - check out the Diablo 4 release times for more information. Until then, prepare for hell with our five-star Diablo 4 review.

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