Diablo Immortal: MAX SOCKETS are HERE! (Update Preview!)

Introduction

Ready for more adventures in Diablo Immortal? A fresh patch is set to launch next week, and it promises some long-requested quality-of-life improvements and class balancing. Set items are getting a huge boost, while two of the strongest classes, Tempest and Necromancer, will see a decrease in damage. Let’s break down the highlights.

Set Item Overhaul

One of the most welcome changes involves set items—the sought-after green gear pieces. Previously, rolling a piece with three attributes and three gem sockets could feel like a never-ending grind. After this update, any exceptional set item you find will automatically have the maximum number of sockets. That means you’ll always get three gem slots when you drop a high-tier set piece.

Retroactive Gear Improvements

The developers are also applying this fix to gear you already have. If your set item meets the attribute requirements but only has two gem slots, it will jump to three as soon as the patch is live. This is a big win for anyone who’s spent hours trying to perfect their set loadout.

Tempest and Necromancer Tweaks

Players have flagged Tempest and Necromancer as especially strong since new Essences went live, and it appears the developers agree. The update will cut their damage potential by around half, preventing certain one-shot scenarios in PvP and high-level PvE. While some might be unhappy about losing those massive hits, it creates a more even battlefield.

Seasonal Events and Survivor’s Bane

If you’ve been wondering about Survivor’s Bane, it’s still in the game—just tucked into the Feast of Valenti event. Instead of a separate tab, Survivor’s Bane rewards now help you earn Bloody Hearts, which feed into the Feast of Valenti progress bar. Although some fans miss the old structure with separate rewards, it’s still a great way to gather legendary items and try for new Essences.

Mark Your Calendar

The full patch notes will drop on Monday at 6 a.m. Pacific Time (9 a.m. Eastern Time). Expect details on class balance, event changes, and any other surprise features the developers have in store. Keep an eye on official channels (and your favorite content creators) for the complete rundown.

Final Thoughts

This update aims to fix long-standing gear issues and adjust classes that overshadow others. The guaranteed gem sockets will save you time and frustration, and the class nerfs will create a fairer experience overall. If you’ve been looking for a reason to jump back into Diablo Immortal, this might be it. Make sure to farm your last few big hits on Tempest or Necro before the patch hits!

Good luck out there, and may the loot gods smile on you.